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When?
For the first time in nearly 40 years, a total solar eclipse will be visible across the United States. While our location in Colorado will not be a total eclipse, we will be 93% totality! Over the course of the day on Monday, August 21st we will be able to observe the moon between the Earth and the sun and blocking the light.
For safety reasons, students will not be able to play outside during this time, but will have the opportunity to use special solar glasses to experience this phenomenal event. Please look at times below to help with scheduling your class "field trip."
Times:
- 10:23 am - Start of partial eclipse
- 11:47 am - Maximum eclipse
- 1:14 pm - End of partial Eclipse
See more detail at NASA Eyes Online
When Should I take my class out? What permission and supervision is needed?
The ideal time for students to view the eclipse is from 11:35-11:55 am (about 20 minutes). Changes will be made to lunch and specials schedules to ensure all students can participate.
Supervision ratio of 1 adult to 6 students has been suggested. Teachers will be responsible for locating their own volunteers to reach that ratio for their own classroom.
Eye Safety
All students, teachers and volunteers will need to wear special glasses to view the eclipse. Staring at the sun can cause serious retina damage. Adult volunteers are primarily responsible for making sure young students keep their glasses on during the event.
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