March 4, 2016 at 2:29 p.m.

Middle school students shoot hoops to help save lives

Middle school students shoot hoops to help save lives
Middle school students shoot hoops to help save lives

On Feb. 25 and 26 James Williams Middle schoolhosted a Hoops For Heart event to raise money for the American Heart Association, which funds research, programs and education to fight heart disease and stroke.

JWMS students raised over $950 for the American Heart Association, the School District of Rhinelander announed. Eighth grader Emily Malone was the top fundraiser in the school raising an incredible $570 for the cause. Staff members volunteered their time and joined classes to challenge students to $1 mini-games which raised $50 during the two day event.

"I'm so pleased with the success of this year's event," said Amanda Rezny, Hoops for Heart coordinator. "We all had a lot of fun, a lot of staff got involved, and the kids enjoyed learning about the importance of heart healthy lifestyles and how they can play a role in saving lives."

Hoops for Heart is a program that promotes physical activity and heart health through playing basketball. It is co-sponsored by the American Heart Association and SHAPE America-Society of Health and Physical Educators.

To make a donation or to find out more about Hoops for Heart, call your nearest American Heart Association office at 1-800-AHA-USA1 (1-800-242-8721). You can also visit online at heart.org/hoops.

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