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Some Facts to Consider...

1 in 4 American children has an undetected vision disorder. Vision problems are the most prevalent disorders among children.
80% of what is learned is gained through vision.
Only 14% of children nationally have received an eye exam prior to entering school at five years of age.
 
Good eyesight plays a significant role in a child's social, academic, and emotional development.
Most young students with eye problems don’t realize their eyesight is poor.
Prior to Realeyes™, there was not a standardized school curriculum in Ohio that emphasized the importance of good eye care and the value of sight.
60% of children with special needs have an undetected eye disorder. 
1 in 2 high school seniors has not had an eye exam.