Email 1 - Jump-start your planning! 

Hi Teachers,

Welcome to Jump Rope for Heart! We're thrilled to have you on board for this journey of fun, fundraising, and heart-healthy excitement. Over the next few weeks, leading up to your Jump Event and beyond, we'll be sharing a series of four emails packed with valuable insights, inspiration and practical tips to help you plan and execute an unforgettable Jump Rope for Heart program for your students! 

JUMP YOUR WAY 

Jump Rope for Heart is your chance to unleash your creativity and shape your Jump experience to fit your school's unique personality and schedule. Whether you want to transform your playground into an action-packed arena or keep it simple with fun activities during gym class, the choice is yours! We have a treasure trove of resources to help you along the way. 

To get your creative gears turning, we wanted to share a fantastic example from St. Gregory Catholic School that rocked Jump Rope for Heart last year. Teacher Coordinator, Stephanie shared that on Event Day, they host their event outside creating different activity stations to get students moving (think skipping, hula hoops, relay races, obstacle courses, and more!). After their event, they host a school assembly where they present a slideshow with pictures to recognize staff, students, and family efforts! Stephanie says, “Everyone gets so creative with how they raise funds from bake sales to a staff salad bar!”. 

Whatever you do to make Jump special this year, be sure to take pictures and submit your story to our “Share & Inspire” contest, presented by Desjardins, for your chance to win the $5,000 grand prize or five additional prizes of $1,000. Click here to learn more! 

PERSONALIZE YOUR SCHOOL PAGE 

Now, let's dive into the exciting world of online fundraising! We've prepared a step-by-step resource to ensure you make the most of your school's fundraising page. You can personalize your page, share an inspiring story and update your photo to create excitement for your school and community. 

EDUCATE YOUR STUDENTS ABOUT THE EASY HEALTHY HABITS 

Jump Rope for Heart isn't just about raising funds; it's also an opportunity to teach your students healthy habits and the importance of taking care of their hearts and brains. This year we have some fun and engaging new resources to help bring EASY Healthy Habits to life in your classrooms. Click here to learn more! 

Stay tuned for our next email where we'll share some fabulous ideas to kick off your event. 

Your friends, 

The Jump Rope for Heart Team 

P.S. Need an extra dose of inspiration and resources to make your Jump Rope for Heart event a success? Look no further than our Teacher’s Resource section! 

Email 2 - Let's Kick Off the Excitement!

Hi Teachers,

Excitement is in the air as we approach your Jump Rope for Heart kick-off event! Your kick-off is where you will share the Jump Rope for Heart program with your students and generate excitement to start fundraising and tracking healthy habits online. 

HOST A KICK-OFF ASSEMBLY 

One way to get started is by hosting a Kick-Off Assembly for the entire school. It's a chance to rally your students, spread enthusiasm, and set the stage for an incredible event. We've got you covered with engaging videos (gift/no gift) and PowerPoint resources. Get creative and encourage students and teachers to showcase their jumping skills!  St. Gregory’s shares that to get the school excited they have some volunteers from their local high school join their Kick-Off Assembly to demonstrate some skipping skills! 

BOOST SCHOOL SPIRIT 

Another way to build excitement at your Kick-Off is by introducing Spirit Boosters —exciting milestones designed to reward and motivate your students as they progress toward their goals. Here are a few creative examples from other schools to spark your imagination: 

• Splash-tastic Teacher: If your school meets its fundraising goal, challenge your teacher to a refreshing surprise.   
• Principal on the Wall: Challenge your students to set a healthy habit goal. Imagine the laughter and camaraderie as students tape their principal to a wall and watch them "stick" to their commitment to promoting healthy habits. 
• Recess Extravaganza: Encourage students to practice healthy habits or reach a school fundraising goal to earn an additional recess where they can get their hearts pumping. 

ENGAGE OLDER STUDENTS 

Jump Rope for Heart provides a fantastic opportunity for older students to showcase their leadership skills. Engage them in the event by forming a Jump student committee. These passionate students can help run the kick-off assembly, create posters, read school announcements, manage event-day stations and more! Not only will they gain valuable leadership experience, but they will also support you in making your event a resounding success. Check out our resource guide for ideas and inspiration on how to involve your Jump student committee. 

NEXT STEP 

Remember, after your Kick-Off Assembly, it's time to send the Parent/Guardian Letter (gift/no gift) home to inform families about your school's participation in Jump Rope for Heart and officially kick off the fundraising campaign. Encourage students and their families to embrace the opportunity to make a difference by supporting a cause close to their hearts—literally! 

Your friends, 

The Jump Rope for Heart Team 

P.S. Need more inspiration and resources to make your Jump Rope for Heart event a success? Look no further than our Teachers Resource section! 

Email 3 - There’s one week until Event Day!

Hi Teachers,

Can you feel the excitement in the air? Your Event Day is only one week away, and we couldn't be more thrilled to celebrate with you and your amazing students! 

CREATE SOME BUZZ 

To spread the word and let parents know that Event Day is approaching, we've prepared a social media asset you can share on your school's social media channels or school webpage/app. Simply click here to access our social templates, download and save, and then spread the news far and wide. Remember to add a fun caption encouraging parents to support their children's fundraising efforts and join the excitement on Event Day. 

PULLING & USING REPORTS 

Our online reporting system allows you to gain valuable insights into your school's fundraising journey. Here's a  How to Guide (coming soon)  to help you access reports to learn who your school's top fundraisers are, what classroom is leading and who is tracking their healthy habits! You can use these insights to execute your Spirit Booster, create special announcements and award mystery prizes included in your registration kit. 

EVENT DAY  

Remember, Event Day is all about celebrating and having fun while promoting heart-healthy habits. Our Activity Guide has some fun ideas to make the day extra special! Your event day can be as a whole school, classroom-based, in Phys Ed classes or as an outdoor extravaganza. Please ensure diversity in activities to accommodate all children's abilities. Together, let's create an inclusive and joyful experience for every student. 

And don’t forget to take lots of pictures and submit a minimum of 200 words about how you made Jump special to our “Share & Inspire” contest, presented by Desjardins, for your chance to win! Click here to enter! 

We hope you have an amazing Event Day! 

Your friends, 

The Jump Rope for Heart Team 

P.S. Need more inspiration and resources to make your Jump Rope for Heart event a success? Look no further than our Teacher’s Resource section! 

Email 4 - A Heartfelt Thank You!

Hi Teachers,

On behalf of the entire Jump Rope for Heart team, we want to thank you for participating in Jump this year! 

We hope that you had a fun-filled Event Day and that every student understands the incredible impact they have made and the importance of healthy habits. Their contributions have not only helped others but have also played a significant role in protecting their own heart and brain health. Thank you for being a champion of this important cause! 

Your school page will remain open for two weeks after your Event Date and will count toward student fundraising prizes and your school Give-Back amount. 

Thank you prizes: If your school participated in the thank you prize program, once your school's fundraising has closed, students who have earned gift cards will receive them directly via the email address used when registering. Gift cards will be distributed 2 - 3 weeks after the close of fundraising. 

School Give-Back Program: If you selected a cheque or a Wintergreen gift card, your Give-Back will be sent according to the following schedule: 

• For Jump Event Days that are held prior to December 31, 2023, Give-Backs will be sent in March 2024. 
• For Jump Event Days held between January 1 and April 15, 2024, Give-Backs will be sent before the end of the school year. 
• For Jump Event Days held between April 16 and June 30, 2024, you will receive your Give-Back in September 2024. 

We value your feedback and would greatly appreciate your input on the program. Your experience, insights and suggestions are invaluable to us as we continuously strive to improve and provide the best possible experience for teachers and students. Please take a few moments to complete our survey by clicking here. 

Once again, thank you for your outstanding commitment to Jump Rope for Heart! We are grateful for your partnership and look forward to continuing to educate youth on healthy habits and the importance of physical activity for heart and brain health in the years to come! If you would like to join us again next school year, click here to register! 

With heartfelt gratitude, 

The Jump Rope for Heart Team