Water Makes My Heart Happy - Ms Brockner's 5th Grade Class at Sullivan West Elementary School

What happens when 5th graders learn about nutrition and get to write their own music?In the winter of 2026, students at Sullivan West Elementary School in Jeffersonville, NY partnered with STEAM teaching artists Beth & Scott Bierko to explore healthy hydration, real food choices, and the science behind how our bodies work—and turned what they learned into an original, catchy song all about the power of water.Through the Real Food Songwriting Program, students connected wellness, creativity, and teamwork while meeting learning goals across science, health, language arts, and music. The program’s hands-on, joyful approach helps students remember healthy habits long after the final note is sung.🎤 Song: “Water Makes My Heart Happy” - Written and performed by Ms. Brockner’s 5th Grade ClassFrom head to toe, this upbeat performance celebrates staying hydrated, skipping sugary drinks, and fueling your body the real-food way—so press play and sing along to this heart-healthy tune! 💧❤️🎵This project was made possible by the generous support of:• The Rowley Family Foundation• The Bonacic Family Foundation• Sullivan County Discretionary Fund• 98.3 WSUL Heart-A-Thon ❤️• SC BOCES AIE CoSerInterested in bringing this engaging, student-centered program to your school or district?  Visit steamfund.org and contact Gary Siegel to learn how The Real Food Songwriting Program can work for your school and community.Special thanks to everyone at Sullivan West Elementary School and our friends at A Single Bite for making this experience so meaningful!