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American Heart Association praises HILLSBORO R-III schools, urges CPR/AED readiness
Summary
Carrie Walker of the American Heart Association recognized local schools for student fundraising, reviewed CPR and FAST stroke-response basics, urged support for cardiac emergency response planning (CERC) and flagged state grant opportunities for AED and CPR training.
Carrie Walker, an American Heart Association representative, told the HILLSBORO R-III School Board that district schools raised more than $20,000 for the association and reached more than 1,800 families through the Kids Heart Challenge program.
"You guys have a fond spot in my heart," Walker said, praising teachers and staff for their partnership and describing the national reach of the program. She said the association has trained millions in hands-only CPR and that recognition of stroke signs using the FAST acronym (Face, Arm, Speech, Time) can speed emergency care.
Walker noted that three district schools—Primary, Elementary and Intermediate—earned top fundraising ranks and that the district returned $2,000 in awards to be used for PE equipment or related needs. She encouraged the board to support CERC (cardiac emergency response plan) legislation and said the state has set up a grant program that may make the district eligible for AED and CPR training funds.
The presentation included a personal example Walker said illustrated the importance of training: her knowledge of stroke signs helped her recognize and respond when a family member showed symptoms. The board did not take formal action on the presentation but acknowledged the program and opportunities for state grant funding.
