Elks Preschool Vision Screening ProgramA Clear Vision of Success
By Jennifer Hemmeyer The Cedar Mill News September 2014 “I want to be a risk taker.” At age five, Ella Osborne had a clear vision of what it takes to be successful. She overheard her mom and dad discussing the Miss Oregon pageant. Ella…
Eye tests now a school requirement
By Josephine Woolington The Register-Guard JULY 30, 2014 Children ages 7 and younger who need their vision checked before school starts can get a free screening this weekend. The Eugene and Springfield public libraries are holding several vision screenings for 3- to 7-year-olds, starting…
Early Detection Leading to Success: Ella Osborne Crowned Miss Oregon
When asked by her mom to take off her glasses for a picture, 6 year old Ella Osborne, who was crowned Miss Oregon Princess at the National American Miss pageant this past May, simply replied, “Mother, I have to be myself. And who I…
In the news: Oregonlive.com
“Vision screenings become mandatory for Oregon children ages 7 or younger who are in school or preschool” Check out the great feature on Oregonlive.com featuring fantastic coverage about the See To Read kick-off event and a terrific video.
“See to Read” Kickoff Event
Oregon Elks, Lions and public libraries are working together this summer on “See to Read!”– a program offering free vision screenings for preschool children at libraries across the state. Thank you to all the children and families who came out for a great day…
Importance of Vision Screening
At least 15 percent of all preschoolers have an undetected vision problem that needs to be treated with glasses. A new Oregon law, which goes into effect this July, mandates that all children aged 7 and younger show proof of vision screening. “See to Read”…