Timpview High Hosts Schoolwide Eclipse Party

April 10th, 2024 /
Spencer Tuinei /
News, Schools, Secondary Schools, Timpview High

On the bright morning of April 8th, 2024, Timpview High School was abuzz with excitement—not for a typical day of classes but for a rare celestial event that captured the imagination of the entire school community. Staff equipped students with special eclipse glasses, themed t-shirts, and Moon Pie cookies as they gathered on the football field to witness a solar eclipse and take a commemorative photo. This awe-inspiring phenomenon won’t grace our skies again until the year 2044.

The event kicked off at 11:46 am, as students were released from their classes to partake in this extraordinary experience. The school grounds transformed into an open-air arena viewing party, courtesy of the science department’s innovative planning. Spearheaded by Maren Unrau, a dedicated Earth and Space Science Teacher, and supported by Maria Peterson, the Astronomy Teacher, the eclipse viewing was not just a break from the routine but a culmination of a planned curriculum integrating this real-world event into the educational experience of Timpview’s students.

The school’s administration wholeheartedly embraced Maren Unrau’s initiative to celebrate this celestial event. Peterson, alongside her students, had earlier created informational and promotional materials that dotted the school, igniting curiosity and anticipation. Maren was not present at the event, as she was witnessing the totality in Texas, but Peterson operated an educational booth, enlightening attendees with fundamental scientific principles related to the eclipse.

By linking classroom curriculum with real-world phenomena, the science department enhanced the learning experience, fostered a sense of community, and shared excitement among students and teachers alike. And that is a sight worth seeing, too.

We extend our heartfelt appreciation to the students and faculty who made this event a resounding success.