National wellness grant brings new health resources to Brownsville students
American Heart Association funds support student and faculty well-being at Albert Bridge School
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National wellness grant brings new health resources to Laurence Harbor students
American Heart Association funds support student and faculty well-being at Memorial Elementary School Only 1 in 4 children in the U.S. gets the recommended amount of daily physical activity, and … Read more
Seven-year-old Kayleigh Williams has the heart of a fighter
Stafford County, VA seven-year-old Kayleigh Williams has a resilient heart: one that’s survived complications, surgeries, diseases and other big challenges with a fighting spirit. Before she was born, her mother, … Read more
Fletcher Elementary School students learn about the importance of fundraising and heart health
The American Heart Association’s Kids Heart Challenge in-school program supports mental and physical health for students. Fletcher Elementary School students got active and celebrated an important cause during an assembly … Read more
Spring-Ford Intermediate 5/6 Center Achieves National Recognition for American Heart Challenge Fundraising Efforts
The Spring-Ford Intermediate 5/6 Center, part of the Spring-Ford School District in Montgomery County, has been honored as the No. 5 school in the nation for its outstanding participation in … Read more
Carrsville Elementary receives financial grant to boost physical activity
American Heart Association grants ignite new health initiatives in schools The American Heart Association’s school-based programs, Kids Heart Challenge™ and American Heart Challenge™, awarded nearly $400 to Carrsville Elementary School … Read more
Loudoun County Public Schools superintendent leads national initiative to champion health in schools
Dr. Aaron Spence supports critical work to improve student well-being through the American Heart Association Superintendent Council. Aaron Spence, Ph.D., superintendent of Loudoun County Public Schools is working with the … Read more
1 Million Dollar Transformational Gift Creates Big Change in Delaware
The American Heart Association is excited and humbled to announce, Thom Harvey, Chairman & CEO of Harvey Hanna & Associates (HHA) and his wife Robin have donated 1 million dollars … Read more
Watkins Mill Elementary School receives grant in support of whole-body wellness
Arlington, VA — Reducing sedentary behavior and increasing physical activity is key to immediate and long-term health for children. That is why the American Heart Association, devoted to a world … Read more
St. Joseph School – Fullerton receives Kids Heart Challenge grant funds for health resources
The American Heart Association’s school-based youth programs, Kids Heart Challenge™ and American Heart Challenge™, awarded $1,291 to St. Joseph School – Fullerton in Baltimore County, to purchase bocce and badminton … Read more
John D. Jenkins Elementary School Receives Grant for Health Resources
Kids Heart Challenge and American Heart Challenge grant allow school to target whole-body wellness in support of physical and emotional health The American Heart Association’s school-based youth programs, Kids Heart … Read more
Channel 5 Boston profiles Massachusetts boy spreading heart-health awareness with his dog
A Massachusetts boy who is on a mission to spread the word about American Heart Month was profiled on WCVB Channel 5 Boston this week. Jameson Gagnon, 12, of Abington, … Read more
Massachusetts schools prioritize physical activity to boost students’ well-being during uncertain year
METHUEN – Studies have shown physical activity can lessen children’s anxiety and depression – two issues that have been of increasing concern to parents and educators during the pandemic. The … Read more
Massachusetts middle schooler raising awareness, money for American Heart Month
A fifth grader from Abington, Mass., is on a mission to raise money and awareness in the fight against heart disease in honor of his parents and grandmother. The Abington … Read more
Stay Healthy and Happy During School Closures with our Virtual Challenge
The American Heart Association’s Kids Heart Challenge launches virtual program to prioritize mental and physical health. Calling all Schools in the Greater Washington Region: With the stress of schools … Read more