Past projects 2
Drumming Fitness
Funded Aug 2, 2017My project just got funded and I got word that my materials will be sent soon. I can't wait to see how my students react to this cool equipment! Thanks for making a difference at our school and helping middle school students to love being active. I'll post pictures soon. Thanks again to you all!”
With gratitude,
Ms. Petretich
Middle School Fitness and Fun
Funded Nov 4, 2016My students and I want to thank you for your generous donations. My middle school students were so amazed and thankful that people who didn't even know them chose to give to our project. You would've thought it was Christmas the way they reacted to our new equipment!
My students were immediately drawn to the new equipment. The exercise mats are very high quality- they are thick and durable and my students commented, "They're so squishy!" They are so much more comfortable then the gym floor for doing curl ups and other floor exercises. The medicine balls have been a huge hit as well. My students use them in several partner exercises and in individual exercises when we do stations. Our new pull up bar is a great asset as well- I've shown students who can't do pull ups how to modify to work the same muscles and they are motivated to "get it".
With these resources I have been able to expand the fitness portion of my physical education classes. I am already seeing increases in strength and stamina and with these engaging pieces of equipment I know they will continue to see improvement in their individual fitness level. Thank you again for helping us get some quality equipment that has really captured my students' interest.”
With gratitude,
Ms. Petretich