The fish unit has been a part of the science curriculum for many years. In 1996, all areas incorporated the fish theme into classes to make an integrated unit. In Life Science the students learn about the popularity of fishing, enjoyed by both males and females. During labs they learn about the external and internal anatomy of the fish and learn the skill of being able to identify at least 15 different game fish common to this area.
Students learn the proper way to clean, prepare and release fish.
Other activities included in classes relate to careers, how to cook fish and various speakers. In language arts , students will be researching, writing, and publishing informational reports or presentations on a fish theme. The papers will be introduced in science and researched and written in language arts. Students present a three minute group presentation over information they have learned from research on a specific fish topic. These presentations may range from fish facts, how and where to catch them, and or ways to prepare them.