A solar eclipse is a wondrous natural event, and we want to ensure that Penn Manor students and staff have a safe and enjoyable experience on Monday, April 8. During the eclipse, we will experience a period of diminished light, similar to twilight, beginning at 2:06 p.m. and peaking at 3:22 p.m. before ending at 4:34 p.m.
Penn Manor is not altering school schedules on April 8 and is not providing special eyewear for viewing the eclipse. It is important to emphasize that students must never look at the sun directly, even while the eclipse is under way.
Teachers may want to consider creating a safe pinhole camera to view the crescent sun indirectly during the eclipse. This simple technique projects the image onto the pavement or sidewalk. Here’s how to make a camera.
We also encourage staff members and students to safely watch the eclipse live via NASA’s live video stream. Here are additional eclipse educational resources.
The eclipse has impacted the schedule for high school athletic events at Manheim Township High School for April 8. The softball game will start at 5:15 p.m.; the track meet will start at 5 p.m.; and baseball will start at 5:15 p.m. (JV) and 7 p.m. (varsity).
Thank you for helping to make this event a safe and enjoyable experience.