AKRON – On April 8, Tippecanoe Valley School Corporation will release all school buildings 30 minutes later than usual.
While classes will proceed as scheduled, this adjustment in timing allows students and staff to fully engage with this rare celestial event, according to a news release from TVSC.
Recognizing the exceptional educational opportunity presented by the solar eclipse, TVSC is implementing proactive safety measures to ensure a valuable learning experience for everyone involved. Each student and staff member will receive eclipse glasses meeting ISO 12312-2 international standards and endorsed by the American Astronomical Society (AAS) to safeguard their eyes during observation. These precautions emphasize the district's commitment to prioritizing the safety and well-being of its school community, according to the release.
The decision to extend school hours during the solar eclipse highlights TVSC's commitment to innovative and immersive education and safety for all students, families, and staff. The eclipse timeline starts around 2:30 p.m. and lasts until around 4 p.m. Since the peak eclipse will occur around 3:09 p.m., close to dismissal time, school dismissal times will be slightly delayed. Middle school will be released at 3:50 p.m., high school at 4 p.m. and both Akron and Mentone will dismiss at 4:15 p.m.
If parents plan to pick up their student(s) early on Eclipse Day, they should make arrangements with the school as soon as possible.