Jump Rope & Hoops for Heart!

💕WE DID IT!!!! 💕
We reached and exceeded our goal of $12,500.  Our students raised $13,112!  WOW!!!  I am SO proud of our students; they are truly making a difference in the lives of kids and adults with sick hearts. Check out the pictures from our Jump Rope and Hoops for Heart events.  😍
Congratulations to our top fundraisers...the Kings & Queens of Hearts!



 






 

 



 

 
 







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