More N.J. schools will close before solar eclipse due to worries about kids looking at sun

At least four more New Jersey school districts will dismiss students early Monday due to safety concerns during the solar eclipse.

School district leaders said they are worried students will look at the sun without protective glasses or devices and seriously damage their eyes. Some also said they are concerned about traffic dangers at dismissal time when drivers may be distracted by the eclipse.

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