IRCSD Eclipse 2024

Celebrate this once-in-fifteen-lifetimes event with family, friends, and community as nature’s theater plays across North America!

What is a Solar Eclipse and why is it a big deal?   

A total solar eclipse happens when the Moon passes between the Sun and Earth, completely blocking the face of the Sun.  It is rare that a total eclipse will be visible to millions of people in North America.  Many people may travel to be in the pathway of the total eclipse to view it in person. Click to learn more from the resource NASA Total Solar Eclipse 2024.  The Indian River Central School District is in the “path of totality.”  Partial eclipse with darkness begins approximately 2:10 pm, with total sun coverage from approximately 3:22-3:26 pm. Partial eclipse ends at 4:35 pm as the Moon continues to unveil the Sun once again to daytime light.  

Why wear Solar Eclipse Viewing Glasses? 

Looking at the Sun without special glasses can damage your eyes. Anyone looking at the Sun should wear ISO 12312-2 glasses (not normal sunglasses).  Safely viewing a solar eclipse requires some planning ahead.  Indian River Central School District will provide safe Eclipser Solar Glasses  for students, staff, and the extended IR community.  Each student and staff member will be provided a pair of Eclipser Solar Glasses prior to the big day.  Additional solar glasses are available on a limited supply for family or community members.  Please request by using the form here IRCSD Solar Glasses Request Form.  More information will be coming about pickup times and locations for glasses.

Experience the sounds and sights of nature’s theater as the Moon passes across the Sun right here in Philadelphia, NY.