- Valdosta City Schools said they will be extending Spring Break by one day.
- The extension is due to the upcoming solar eclipse on Monday, April 8.
- School will resume Tuesday, April 9, 2024; read the district's announcement below.
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VCS ANNOUNCEMENT:
Valdosta City Schools will be extending Spring Break by one day due to the upcoming Solar Eclipse on Monday, April 8. The entire district will be closed Monday, April 1 through Monday, April 8 and will reopen on Tuesday, April 9, 2024.
For information on how to safely view the Solar Eclipse, visit https://science.nasa.gov/eclipses/safety/ [science.nasa.gov].
We hope you all have a safe, fun and relaxing Spring Break and look forward to seeing everyone on Tuesday, April 9, 2024 as we prepare to finish the academic year strongly!
MORE ECLIPSE INFO:
April 8 will provide millions of Americans with a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity: the chance to witness a total solar eclipse without leaving home.
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Nearly 31 million Americans will be on the total solar eclipse path of totality. Millions of others will be within a short drive of the path of totality.