At the end of each school year, the top three schools with the most virtual miles to China will be awarded the following cash grant to help improve their health and fitness facilities:
1st Place: $2,500
2nd Place: $1,500
3rd Place: $1,000
Here are some suggestions on how this grant may be utilized:
- Install a walking trail for students to use around school grounds
- Buy more PE equipment (jump ropes, balls, parachute, games)
- Buy indoor activities for use during bad weather (Dance Dance Revolution™ or Wii® Fit™)
2009-2010 Winning Schools:
1st Place: Washington Elementary (Washington County) – 702.6 miles per student
2nd Place: Neola Elementary (Duchesne County) – 475.5 miles per student
3rd Place: East Elementary (Washington County) – 299.9 miles per student
2008-2009 Winning Schools:
Rolling Meadows Elementary, West Valley City
Altamont Elementary, Altamont