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Third-grader from Riley Elementary named American Heart Association advocate after Kids Heart Challenge fundraising
Summary
Riley Elementary third-grader Lucas Bridal was recognized by the district and the American Heart Association for advocacy and fundraising in the Kids Heart Challenge; school officials shared participation and resource-access statistics for the district's involvement in the program.
The Board of Education recognized Lucas Bridal, a third-grade student at Riley Elementary School, for his advocacy and participation in the American Heart Association's Kids Heart Challenge.
The Riley principal (presenting) said Bridal and his family helped raise more than $1,000 for the program and that a student from Riley was named a national "heart advocate" and would share a video about heart-healthy habits with children across the country. The principal said "approximately 1,600 students have access to heart and brain health resources" through the program; 379 students and families accessed online heart-and-brain health resources to "build a healthy home," 53 students and families watched videos on life-saving skills (CPR), and 41 students and families watched a video about warning signs of stroke. The principal said the program also offers teacher incentives, such as equipment grants.
Heather Liparo, identified in remarks as the district's developmental director for school engagement, was named as a contact involved in the partnership with the American Heart Association.
Why it matters: The recognition highlights a district program aimed at student health education and community fundraising, and administrators provided participation numbers showing districtwide reach. The board presented a certificate of recognition and praised the student for his advocacy.
No formal board action was required to issue the recognition.
