Due to the total solar eclipse, students from primary and secondary schools in Montreal will take part in an education day on April 8th. The school management determines which teaching day scheduled in the calendar will be resumed as a replacement for this vacation.
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“Out of concern for the safety, well-being and diverse realities of Montreal students, the decision to reschedule an education day was made jointly with the two other school service centers on the island of Montreal,” reads a newsletter from the Montreal School Service Center (CSSDM).
However, childcare in primary schools remains open “according to the usual regulations”.
“From 2 p.m. to 4:45 p.m., the activities offered will take into account the solar eclipse and the recommendations of the Quebec Ministry of Education,” the press release also states.
Warning about observing the total solar eclipse
Glasses certified for solar eclipse viewing are being distributed free of charge to students by Montreal schools.
According to CSSDM, “The eclipse remains a fantastic opportunity to experience concrete learning with students in an exceptional context.”
However, it is still essential to do so in safe conditions and therefore it is strongly recommended to protect the eyes with solar eclipse glasses “conforming to the international standard” to be able to observe them directly, claims the Quebec government.
For more information on solar eclipse viewing measures, visit the Quebec government website.
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