2024 Total Eclipse

On Monday, April 8, North America will experience a total solar eclipse, and because of the moon's path, North Texas is positioned to witness one of the best possible views of the eclipse.

Prior to the day of the eclipse, students will have time to learn more about the science of the eclipse. Depending on the grade level and content, lessons will be shared with teachers to use with their students to explore this phenomenon.

The total solar eclipse is a rare occasion. The next one visible in North America will occur in 2044 and will be visible only in Western Canada, Montana and North Dakota. Because of the moon's path, witnessing a total solar eclipse in North Texas is a once-in-a-lifetime experience.

The only safe way to look directly at the uneclipsed or partially eclipsed Sun is through special-purpose solar filters, such as eclipse glasses. To provide students and staff with the ability to watch the event free of harm to the eyes, special eclipse glasses will be provided to every student and staff member thanks to the support of local businesses and organizations.

The Northwest ISD Education Foundation graciously donated more than 25,000 glasses for NISD students.  Along with NEF, The Perot Museum, Houston Museum of Science and History and Jolley Orthodontics donated additional viewers, which provide the ability for everyone to safely view the solar eclipse in advance of totality occurring and throughout this historic experience.