I had the privilege of serving as a judge this morning at Ruskin Elementary School on Jamba Jump Day. Ruskin is one school in a statewide effort to break the World Record for Most People Jumping Rope at the Same Time. Schools all across the state were jumping for 10 minutes this morning to break the record held by Australia of 59,000 people jumping at once.
It was inspiring to watch Ruskin's nearly 650 students all on the playground at one time with jump ropes. I helped ensure that those who stopped for more than 10 seconds did not get counted in the official tally. The students, and some teachers, got a great workout. I even jumped myself for 30 seconds.
Ruskin is a great example of a school that provides a complete body and mind education. They have been recognized by the State of California for their Ruskin Fit program, which challenges students to exercise for 30 minutes every day and keep a log. Today's jump rope event fits nicely with their stated goal of developing both the body and mind.
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