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Solar Eclipse Safety
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There are certain inherent risks, dangers, and hazards, known or unknown, associated with viewing the Sun directly and/or the Solar Eclipse on April 8, 2024, including but not limited to permanent eye damage and other bodily injuries.
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Students are not required to participate in viewing the Solar Eclipse on April 8, 2024.
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Solar glasses, only ISO 12312-2 certified or those approved by the American Astronomical Society, must be worn at all times while viewing the Solar Eclipse on April 8, 2024. For more information, please visit AAS.erg
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Adult supervision is required to ensure the solar glasses are used properly. Please remind your child that the solar glasses must remain in their book bag until they arrive home.
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Never look at the Sun without solar glasses, as permanent eye damage may occur. Regular sunglasses are not a safe alternative.
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Never view the sun through a telescope, binoculars, or camera without appropriate solar filters.
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Dispose of and do not use your solar glasses if they are scratched, torn, punctured, or otherwise damaged.
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