Buckskin Elementary students raise over $1,500 for Kids Heart Challenge
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The third and fourth grade physical education classes at Buckskin Elementary jumped rope to raise funds for the American Heart Association through the Kids Heart Challenge, formerly known as Jump Rope for Heart, on Friday, Feb. 15.
This is the 40th year for events being held across the nation. A total of $1,503.88 was collected by 29 Buckskin students to support the fight against heart disease and stroke. The students learn jump rope skills, heart health and how nutrition and physical activity can help them live longer, healthier lives.
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Larah Henson was the top fundraiser, collecting $163 for the event. Students raising $100 or more were Brooklyn Bolender, Zayne Knisley, Landen McNeal and Natalie Stroud. All the students will receive thank-you gifts for their participation, and the school will receive a gift certificate to purchase physical education equipment.
Buckskin Elementary would like to thank all the students, staff, parents and supporters for making this event a huge success.
This is the 40th year for events being held across the nation. A total of $1,503.88 was collected by 29 Buckskin students to support the fight against heart disease and stroke. The students learn jump rope skills, heart health and how nutrition and physical activity can help them live longer, healthier lives.
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Larah Henson was the top fundraiser, collecting $163 for the event. Students raising $100 or more were Brooklyn Bolender, Zayne Knisley, Landen McNeal and Natalie Stroud. All the students will receive thank-you gifts for their participation, and the school will receive a gift certificate to purchase physical education equipment.
Buckskin Elementary would like to thank all the students, staff, parents and supporters for making this event a huge success.