Salmon in the Classroom Contests

The Franklin Conservation District's Salmon in the Classroom program has joined forces with the Washington Grain Commission (WGC) to educate students about salmon, dams and the wheat industry. With WGC’s support the District is able to sponsor several art contests to participating schools.

Salmon Wheat Art Contest

This fun art project allows students the opportunity to learn about the role wheat farmers play in Washington State’s economy. Students will gain a better understanding of the types of wheat that are grown locally. This project also educates students about the coloration of salmon and how it changes as the salmon grow and travel from the river to the ocean and back again.  Salmon and wheat in Washington State rely on the river system and are both cherished products of our state.  This contest is open to Franklin, Walla Walla, Adams, Lincoln and Grant County schools participating in the Franklin Conservation Districts Salmon in the Classroom Program.

2009/2010 Salmon Wheat Art Winning Entries

1st Place:  Charity Abuba, Longfellow Elementary, Pasco

2nd Place:  Maddy Jacobs, Mesa Elementary, Mesa

3rd Place:  Connie Field's 5th grade class, Lind Elementary, Lind

**pictures to soon follow