We will be raising these fish for the rest of the school year, and we will be releasing them into a local river in the middle of May. Trout in the Classroom is a national program, with schools participating throughout Maryland, Pennsylvania, New York and many other states. The goal of the program is to help students foster a conservation ethic and to appreciate water resources. The Trout in the Classroom project works to protect local water resources by maintaining the number of trout.
Students will engage in many Trout in the Classroom activities. So far, two classrooms have been trained in testing the water for the correct pH, ammonia, and nitrite levels. As the trout continue to grow the student's responsibilities will increase.
We are excited to see our trout grow! If you are in school, feel free to stop by and take a look.