Fourth and fifth graders across all four elementary schools in Pelham combined to raise more than $25,000 for the American Heart Association through the annual Jump Rope for Heart fundraiser.
Pelham elementary school youngsters jumping for the American Heart Association.
Photo Credit: Contributed/ Deborah KarsonFourth and fifth graders from four Pelham elementary schools raised money for the the American Heart Association by jumping and pumping.
Photo Credit: Contributed/ Deborah KarsonPelham elementary school pupils raised more than $25,000 for the American Heart Association.
Photo Credit: Contributed/ Deborah KarsonPelham elementary school youngsters jumping for the American Heart Association.
Photo Credit: Contributed/ Deborah KarsonPelham elementary school youngsters jumping for the American Heart Association, raising more than $25,000.
Photo Credit: Contributed/ Deborah KarsonEach year, the schools’ physical education teachers organize the event, in which students collect sponsors and donations before jumping rope to raise funds and awareness.
The money that is raised goes to help children with heart-health issues.
In addition to the fundraiser, the students develop healthy habits and learn about the value of community service, according to school officials.
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