Jump Rope for Heart

Please see the following note about Jump Rope for Heart from Mrs. Galbraith.  We are excited to be able to participate in this rewarding opportunity this year!



Over the next few weeks, we will be learning about how to take care of our hearts, spreading the message to friends and family, and helping others when we can!  Megan Dodd from the American Heart Association came to our school to share Heart Healthy messages to kick off our event.

The American Heart Association's goal is to improve the cardiovascular health of Americans.  They will challenge our kids to start living a healthy lifestyle now to prevent problems later; and give them an opportunity to participate in a service learning project that funds the fight against heart diseases and stroke - #1 and #5 cause of death in our country.

Your child will bring home some information for your review.  It includes a donation envelope as well as a parent letter detailing the Jump Rope for Heart information.  This fundraiser is not mandatory, but many students have been excited about the opportunity to help those (especially kids) with heart defects and 'sick' hearts.

The Keystone Elementary Jump Rope for Heart event days are February 10th (Day 1) and  February 12th (Day 3).  All donations (cash, checks, and online) will be due to Mrs. Galbraith on February 10th by 3:00pm.  Please join us in teaching our students the importance of being heart healthy for life!

If you have any questions please feel free to contact me at agalbraith@benton.k12.ia.us.

Help your student become a Heart Hero!