The Salmon Spot

History: 

Each fall, salmon education in the classroom is 4J/EEP's most popular program with both students and teachers. Students have the opportunity to raise salmon in the classroom and benefit from having a live phenomena to question and wonder about for a prolonged period of time. This allows students to deepen their understanding of the keystone species-Chinook Salmon and their importance on our planet.

Any Eugene 4J teacher can choose to participate in this exciting fall project free of charge. We supply all of the equipment, provide training to help you set up and maintain your tank, provide ready to go lessons and how-to materials, as well as provide online resources-see below.

In addition, 4J elementary teachers who raise salmon also have the opportunity to take their classes on a Salmon Watch field trip in October and November, typically to Fish Creek, near Lake Creek Falls. Trip dates are limited and there are some requirements in order to qualify for these popular trips. 

Special Requirements & Considerations:

• Only one grade level per building, priority to 3rd or 4th grade, not available for 5th grade due to Outdoor School opportunity.

While we primarily focus our curriculum on 3rd and 4th grade classrooms, activities and resources can be typically be adapted to your grade levels.

Note: If you are new to salmon education, double check with your building mates about "the usual" grade level that participates in this opportunity. 

• ALL new participants are required to attend a short workshop October-Tank Care training (with extended contract).

• A follow up email will be sent in the next couple weeks to those who fill out the interest form with more info. 

• Salmon Watch Trips are scheduled late October-November. Stay tuned.

• 4J/EEP Salmon Education is a grant funded project through the 4J/EWEB Education Partnership. We ask that you register your interest in order to receive communications via email and access to our distance learning package.