Berea Elementary Receives American Heart Association CPR Grant
The Greenville school is one of three state recipients chosen to receive a new CPR and first aid training kit.
Updated on Oct. 26, 2026 in Heart Disease
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Berea Elementary School in Greenville has been awarded a CPR in Schools grant by the American Heart Association. The grant provides essential training resources to prepare the school community for cardiac emergencies.
Why it matters
Schools are critical sites for emergency preparedness because of the high incidence of cardiac events occurring outside of medical facilities. Equipping students and staff with these skills ensures a faster response to potentially life-saving situations.
Nationwide, more than 23,000 children experience cardiac arrest outside of a hospital each year. This grant award reflects the American Heart Association's effort to reach more communities through its Kids Heart Challenge program.
The players
American Heart Association
This national voluntary health organization is dedicated to fighting cardiovascular disease and stroke through research, education, and public health advocacy.
Berea Elementary School
This educational institution located in Greenville serves as a primary hub for learning and community engagement in the local area.
The details
The grant includes a comprehensive CPR in Schools training kit that covers cardiopulmonary resuscitation, automated external defibrillator use, and basic first aid. These resources are designed to be reusable for training students, school staff, and local families.
Timeline
October 26, 2026: The American Heart Association awarded the grant to the school.
Health Landscape
This initiative follows the structure set by the Kids Heart Challenge program to increase emergency readiness in academic environments. By deploying these kits, the American Heart Association aims to bridge the gap between bystander intervention and formal medical care for children.
The availability of this training kit allows students and staff at the school to act immediately if a cardiac event occurs on campus. Families may also benefit from the program's resources as the school integrates CPR and first aid education into the community.
The takeaway
Cardiac emergencies require immediate action, making school-based training a vital component of public health preparedness. Parents and staff should inquire with their local administration about future opportunities to participate in CPR and AED instruction.
Further reading
Learn more about the latest resources for preventing cardiac emergencies in the Greenville Heart Disease section.
More information
For additional program details, visit the Kids Heart Challenge program information portal.
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