Trout in the Classroom

Fifth grade students raised trout in the classroom. They were responsible for testing the water quality, maintaining the filter and tank, making observations and then plan for their release. You can see this in action on the following powerpoint.

Trout in the Classroom PowerPoint

Habitat Restoration by the Garden Club

May & June 2016

There are several planters on the roofdeck near our greenhouse. Unfortunately, the plants in them died, so we replaced them with native plants. We choose a variety of species that attract butterflies and other pollinators.

5th Grade Adventures on the Snow Goose !!!

Over the past two days our students went on a fantastic field trip run by the Chesapeake Bay Foundation. On their boat, the Snowgoose, students explored the Patapsco River. We learned about the problems affecting this ecosystem, and learned how this ecosystem directly impacts the Chesapeake Bay watershed and the surrounding ecosystems. Students explored the river for evidence of biodiversity and conducted many water quality tests. We tested the water for dissolved oxygen levels and salinity levels. We dredged for oysters and learned why oysters are such an integral part to the ecosystem.