Morinville Public School participates in Jump Rope for Heart

Morinville Public School photo

By Shelley Winger
Morinville Public School students are spending the next month skipping their way to better
heart health while supporting a good cause. The school is participating in Jump Rope for
Heart, a program that encourages physical activity while raising funds for the Heart and
Stroke Foundation.
The challenge kicked off with a school assembly, where students learned about the program
and why it matters. The assembly included skipping demonstrations from the school’s own
Dragon Tamers, giving students inspiration and ideas for their own practice.
Jump Rope for Heart encourages children to be active while learning about heart health and
the importance of giving back. Students are taking part in a month-long effort to raise funds,
combining fitness, teamwork, and community involvement.
Fundraising is ongoing, and community members can contribute online at
https://jumpropeforheart.crowdchange.ca/118979. Donations support research, education,
and programs that help prevent and treat heart disease.
The event will culminate on March 11 with Jump Event Day. Students will put their skipping
skills to the test and celebrate the efforts of the past month. Teachers and staff are
encouraging participation from all students, whether they are actively skipping or cheering
on classmates.
In the weeks leading up to the event, students are practicing different skipping techniques,
from single rope jumps to group routines. Many are setting personal goals, and some classes
are planning creative challenges to showcase during Jump Event Day.
Parents and community members are invited to support the students by attending the event
or making a donation. The school hopes that the combined efforts of students, staff, and
families will make a meaningful impact on heart health research and education.
Jump Rope for Heart has a long history across Canada, involving hundreds of thousands of
students each year. The program not only raises money for heart health, but also
encourages children to stay active, learn new skills, and work together as a team.
Morinville Public School, part of the Sturgeon School Division, has a history of promoting

wellness and community involvement. Initiatives like Jump Rope for Heart provide an
opportunity for students to combine fun, fitness, and giving back to the community.
As the month progresses, the school community looks forward to seeing how much the
students can achieve while supporting a cause that touches so many lives.