May 12, 2026
Powhatan Elementary School wrapped up the Kids Heart Challenge at the end of April with a rescheduled special awards ceremony. During American Heart Month in February, the school highlighted the importance of taking care of their hearts by being physically active every day, eating fruits and vegetables, sleeping at least 10 hours at night, and staying away from smoke. They also learned the warning signs of a stroke, practiced how to do hands-only CPR, and completed several cardiovascular activities.
During the awards ceremony, the students from each grade level with the highest fundraising totals got the opportunity to push a pie in the face of brave staff members. In total, 99 students registered for the challenge, raising $16,373.13 for the American Heart Association. In addition, 33 families learned hands-only CPR, and all students K-5 learned hands-only CPR in class. A big thank you to Savanah Beatley, school engagement director for the American Heart Association, for joining the celebration.
#WeArePCPS #TeamPowhatan
During the awards ceremony, the students from each grade level with the highest fundraising totals got the opportunity to push a pie in the face of brave staff members. In total, 99 students registered for the challenge, raising $16,373.13 for the American Heart Association. In addition, 33 families learned hands-only CPR, and all students K-5 learned hands-only CPR in class. A big thank you to Savanah Beatley, school engagement director for the American Heart Association, for joining the celebration.
#WeArePCPS #TeamPowhatan