Salmon in the Classroom
The Salmon in the Classroom program, established in 1991 by WDFW, was created as an educational project to encourage respect for water resources and promote responsible behavior towards the environment. The Franklin Conservation District began sponsoring the Salmon in the Classroom Program in 2002 for schools in Franklin County. Since then the program has expanded and the FCD currently sponsors 24 tanks across Eastern Washington.
This program provides:
- All necessary equipment to raise salmon
- Organized field trips
- In-class salmon dissections
- WILD about Salmon teacher workshop (including Salmon in the Classroom GLAD Unit)
By becoming salmon stewards, students are more aware of local waterways and more conscious of and knowledgeable about water quality issues. The program also informs students how the agricultural community supports realistic, science-based salmon recovery efforts.
Salmon Wheat Art Contest
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 FCD is able to sponsor an annual art contests to participating schools.
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 schools participating in the Franklin Conservation Districts Salmon in the Classroom Program.
2011 Wheat Art Contest Winner
