SWEPCO AND DE QUEEN HIGH SCHOOL TEAM UP FOR THE GREAT AMERICAN SOLAR ECLIPSE

North America is gearing up for a rare event as a total solar eclipse graces the skies. Southwestern Electric Power Company (SWEPCO) is proud to announce its collaboration with the De Queen school district and American Electric Power (AEP) meteorologists to bring educational resources and activities to the local community.

Working closely with Arkansas Teacher of the Year, Beau McCastlin, a communication director at De Queen school district, he and his dedicated students partnered with SWEPCO to produce an educational video about the total solar eclipse.

The video features De Queen student journalists and AEP Meteorologist Ed Kieser, who offer valuable information about this rare astronomical event.

On Friday, April 5, the educational video will be screened for all students at De Queen High School (DQHS), further enriching their understanding of the upcoming solar eclipse and ensuring they are prepared to view it safely. The video is also available for any classroom or home school student to watch at www.youtube.com and search The Great American Eclipse, presented by SWEPCO and DQTV.

SWEPCO awarded a $1,000 grant to the school district for the enhancement of educational programs within the DQTV classroom. This contribution underscores SWEPCO’s dedication to supporting local communities and fostering learning opportunities for students.

For more information about SWEPCO’s involvement in the total solar eclipse events, visit SWEPCO.com/eclipse.