Jump Rope For Heart teaches students how physical fitness benefits the heart and shows them that volunteering can be a fun and positive experience for the whole community. The need to educate children about the importance of physical activity couldn’t be timelier. According to recent studies, about one-third of children ages 2 to 19 are overweight and obese.
“By including physical activity into their daily routines, kids can significantly reduce the onset and burden of heart disease, “said Trent Probst, Elementary Physical Education Instructor. “By raising money through Jump Rope For Heart, we are preventing heart disease and obesity for the next generation of Americans. Kids are literally jumping into a heart healthier life while becoming passionate about raising money for other kids with sick hearts.”
For over 32 years, Jump Rope/Hoops For Heart has raised more than $810 million for the fight against heart disease and stroke. Millions of students have jumped rope and learned about heart health and how nutrition and physical activity can help prevent heart disease and stroke. Jump Rope For Heart is co-sponsored by the American Heart Association and the American Alliance for Health, Physical Education, Recreation and Dance.
As an incentive, students that raised at least $50 would have the opportunity to throw a pie in Mr. Probst's face. Those that raised at least $150 would have the opportunity to throw a pie at Mrs. Blakeley, principal. In total, JC Elementary students were able to raise $6,189 for the organization, with 45 students getting the chance to throw a pie. Below you'll find photos from the assembly.
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