Fish Consumption
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Fish School Stewardship Program Community & School-based Activities Connecting with Media Sources Ideas for Teacher Presentations Contact for Fish School Project
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Connecting with Media SourcesMany of your fellow citizens will know little about the benefits and risks of eating fish. The Fish School project offers an excellent opportunity for you and your students to do a tremendous public service in your community by educating them so that they can make wise decisions about the fish they catch, purchase, prepare, and consume. Your students' projects will help draw attention to this important health issue. You can reach a broader audience by communicating with your local media outlets. Here are some suggestions. To Begin 1. Find out which local reporters/writers typically cover public health issues. Good reference sources include local newspapers, news stations, morning shows and the local PBS station. 2. Prepare a story that can be shared with the media/community members.
Creating Awareness 1. Contact the media at least one week before your students' "health expo." Encourage reporters to attend the presentation/exhibit and to write or speak about the experience.
2. Follow-up with media contacts If media writers/reporters have any additional questions, we will be glad to serve as technical resources. They can contact the following Illinois-Indiana Sea Grant Program Staff:
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