The annual tradition of the ‘King Or Queen of Hearts’ kicks off again for another year of fundraising.
“It’s a fundraiser that we do and we involve all of the clubs around the school,” Student Body Historian Emily Boothe said. “Each club has to pick two representatives, and then whichever club raises the most money gets [an] ice cream party. All of the money goes back to [the] American Heart Association.”
Representatives from each club will be given a sash that can be decorated and a bucket to collect donations from staff and students.
“Having a physical representation of their role allows them to take greater ownership of their efforts, motivating them to go further in their fundraising,” Boothe said. “The sashes and buckets also add a sense of excitement and visibility, helping to draw attention to the fundraiser and encourage more donations. Ultimately, this combination of creativity, engagement, and visibility will contribute to the overall success of the event by increasing enthusiasm and participation.”
Last year, they raised about $800 for the American Heart Association.
“We always aim [to raise] about $1,000,” StuCo adviser Brandon LaFountain said. “We do this [fundraiser] because we like to diversify the types of community outreach or involvement that we do. It may not be an active involvement in the organization, but monetary gains are really important for them to use.”
With the fundraiser being a way for clubs to compete to raise the most money, many club members volunteer to participate in this annual fundraiser.
“I’ve seen my role models become Kings and Queens of Hearts,” HOSA President William Deng. “They’re usually in the top positions of clubs, officers, and presidents, and I thought I could be someone like that too. I’m always trying to [follow] in their footsteps. I’m excited because I’m [going to] be able to show off my spirit while donating to charity, and [supporting] to support our school.”
