Loudoun County Public Schools takes time on Monday, April 8, to allow students and staff to observe the total solar eclipse taking place during school hours. This event is anticipated by many, and is not a common occurrence either. The next time that a total solar eclipse will take place is in 2044, which is a ways away. LCPS has provided solar glasses to view the eclipse safely, and some time will be allowed during the beginning of fourth block to let everybody watch this exciting event.
Some science focused Champe students are expressing true appreciation for this event, and their excitement is definitely valid. Senior Tanvi Joshi shares what about this eclipse is so interesting to her, “honestly I thought that during the solar eclipse it would have gone completely dark,” said Joshi, “but really it was kind of like a shadow casted.”
Though the eclipse only lasts for a few minutes, the amount of people that travel to observe it for longer and at its fullest, and the anticipation leading up to the event, as well as the fun that comes along with an uncommon space phenomenon makes it worth it.
