February was American Heart Month, and the elementary students of the Pella Community School District did their part to help support those with heart disease.

Madison Elementary P.E. Teacher Katie Gravert says more than $30,000 was collected for the American Heart Association through the Kids Heart Challenge. Gravert says in addition to the cause, classes were focused on teaching healthy habits for heart health, including lessons about exercise and diet.

She’s thankful for the community’s support and looks forward to growing the program next year.