11th Annual Jump Rope for Heart and Hoops for Heart

On Friday, April 5, students at Daniels Run participated in our 11th annual Jump Rope for Heart and Hoops for Heart events.  The events, sponsored by the American Heart Association, are held to educate our students about heart health.  As heart disease is the leading cause of death in the United States, this event allows us to help donate towards the research and education for those suffering from heart problems. 

 

It all kicked off with students from Kindergarten through 3rd grade jumping ropes to raise money.  There were several stations and challenges where our students could show off their jump rope skills.  As you can see from the pictures, the students had a great time in a variety of skills ranging from long jump ropes to hula hoop challenges. 

 

            Next up was the Hoops for Heart portion of the event for students in grades 4 through 6.  These students had a chance to participate in 5 separate basketball challenges.  Students had a chance to show off their free throw shooting and dribbling skills, and even had a station to play knockout with their group.

As a school, we raised nearly $3000.00, all of which goes directly to the American Heart Association.  We want to thank all of our generous families that participated in the fundraiser, and the American Heart Association would like us to extend their appreciation as well.  

As part of the participation in the fundraising, the American Heart Association distributes thank you gifts for all students that raised money for their cause.  These thank you gifts will arrive in 4 -6 weeks.   Mrs. Ullrich and Mr. Kahnell would especially like to thank all of our wonderful parent volunteers that came out to help out with both events.  As always, we cannot hold these school wide events without the help of our fabulous parents that are willing to donate some of their time with our students.  Thank you!