Quincy Public Schools' "A Matter of Heart" Initiative
Quincy Public Schools is proud to partner with Brewster Ambulance annually to provide all QPS 8th graders with the opportunity to learn lifesaving skills through the "A Matter of Heart" initiative. This program, which takes place in school for a week in late January/early February, teaches students how to perform CPR, help someone who is choking, and use an AED. The program culminates in a free CPR/AED certification class offered to 8th-grade students in February.
Through "A Matter of Heart," Quincy Public Schools aims to empower students with the knowledge and skills to respond effectively in emergencies and potentially save lives. This initiative is just one example of the district's commitment to providing students with a well-rounded education that prepares them to be responsible and engaged citizens.
We thank Brewster Ambulance for their ongoing partnership on this initiative and we also extend our thanks to the QPS Health Services team for spearheading this effort every year. Please contact Andrea Huwar, QPS Coordinator of Health Services, at 617-984-8899 with questions about this program.
See scenes from the 2024 program on the QPS YouTube Channel »
2023-2024 Program
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In-school training for all 8th graders during the week of January 29, 2024
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Focus on choking, CPR, and AED use
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Free certification class for 8th grade students was offered on Saturday, February 3, 2024, at Central Middle School.
Space at the certification class is limited and available on a first-come, first-served basis.
We kindly request that if you sign up for this limited-space event you make every effort to attend. We want to ensure that everyone interested has an opportunity to participate, so your attendance is crucial not only for your benefit but also to respect the availability of the event for others in our community. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation.
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Information for the 2024-2025 program will be available in December 2024.
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