WHAT: The American Heart Association and MVB Bank will present all new physical education equipment to Skyview Elementary School in Morgantown as part of its Kids Heart Challenge™ program. MVB Bank is the “Recess Reboot” sponsor of the equipment.

WHO: American Heart Association – West Virginia and Pennsylvania staff; Representatives from MVB Bank, sponsors of the equipment; and Skyview Elementary leadership, staff and students. Interviews and photo opportunities will be available.

REMARKS: Kandyce Tubbs, Community Reinvestment Act & fair lending officer, MVB Bank; Teresa DeVono, regional vice president – development and school engagement, American Heart Association – Pennsylvania/West Virginia; Crystal Cook, school engagement director, American Heart Association – West Virginia; Jennifer Cox, principal, Skyview Elementary School; and Courtney Wheeler, assistant principal, Skyview Elementary School


WHERE: Skyview Elementary School, 668 River Road, Morgantown, WV

WHEN: October 27, 2025; 10 a.m. – Presentation ceremonies begin; 10:11 a.m. – demonstration of new equipment


MORE: For nearly 50 years, the American Heart Association has been working with educators in elementary, middle and high schools across the nation to help educate students about healthy living. The Kids Heart Challenge and American Heart Challenge are service-learning-based fundraising programs that give students the opportunity to feel good, while doing good. It’s a way for students to better their life — all while changing someone else’s. Students, families and staff also learn valuable life skills, including how to make smart food choices, the importance of avoiding vaping/tobacco and the lifesaving skill of Hands-Only CPR.

Learn more at www.heart.org/getstarted.


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About the American Heart Association
The American Heart Association is a relentless force for a world of longer, healthier lives. Dedicated to ensuring equitable health in all communities, the organization has been a leading source of health information for more than one hundred years. Supported by more than 35 million volunteers globally, we fund groundbreaking research, advocate for the public’s health, and provide critical resources to save and improve lives affected by cardiovascular disease and stroke. By driving breakthroughs and implementing proven solutions in science, policy, and care, we work tirelessly to advance health and transform lives every day. Connect with us on heart.org, Facebook, X or by calling 1-800-AHA-USA1.


For Media Inquiries: Kevin Pauley: (304) 444-6494; kevin.pauley@heart.org
For Public Inquiries: 1-800-AHA-USA1 (242-8721) heart.org and stroke.org