As an outreach to support one of their core programs, the Warwick Lions Club provided free vision screening to our kindergartners as a community service. The Lions offer this service as the first few years of a child’s life are critical in the development of good vision. Children should have their vision checked for issues such as misaligned eyes and problems that need correction with eyeglasses. These problems are not always evident by simply looking at a child. Young children often compensate for vision problems so well that parents, teachers, and pediatricians are unaware of a problem. Many common vision-robbing conditions can be effectively treated if detected in a child’s formative years. A handful of students received referrals to follow up with their doctors as eye issues were detected.
AuthorMrs. Johnna Maraia, is the Principal of Sanfordville Elementary School in Warwick Valley Central School District in Warwick, New York. Archives
August 2018
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