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EYE EXAMS ON OCTOBER 21, 2026
Free Vision Screenings & Glasses at School
The NYC Department of Education (DOE) and Department of Health provide free on-site eye examinations and prescription eyeglasses for students to ensure vision problems do not hold back classroom learning.
Key Program Features
Comprehensive Exams: Full vision testing conducted right at school by licensed eye care professionals.
Free Prescription Eyeglasses: Qualified students who need vision correction receive a free pair of designer frames of their choice.
No Cost to Families: Services are fully covered by student health insurance or program funding—there are no out-of-pocket fees for parents.
Results Sent Home: Written reports of exam findings and recommendations are provided directly to parents.
Why It Matters
Up to 90% of classroom learning is visual. Early vision exams catch conditions like lazy eye (amblyopia), nearsightedness, and focusing difficulties that regular nurse screenings can miss.
Scan the QR Code for parental consent forms to sign up when the program visits our school on October 21, 2026.
Please ensure that your child does not sign up for this Teen Club program! It is not affiliated with any NYC school, they do not deliver on their promises of pay/excursions and they are currently under investigation for work trafficking and other concerns. Spread the word so our children can stay safe!
CoVo Mission Statement:
We provide scholars with creative outlets and transferable learning opportunities in all subject areas to strengthen their academic foundation and develop their critical thinking and problem solving skills. Scholars become critically conscious self-starters when immersed in a nurturing and culturally responsive environment that fosters inquiry and discovery.
CoVo Vision Statement:
Community Voices Middle School 356 believes in the philosophy of “Speaking Success into Existence” through teacher collaboration by empowering scholars and their families to take ownership of their achievements in order to become change drivers for our diverse and dynamic world.
Achievement:
All of our students achieve at high academic levels. Our teachers set high expectations and design compelling curriculum using college readiness standards. Scholars are exposed to experiences that help them to tap into their creativity and thus take ownership of their achievements.
Collaboration:
Students get involved and work in partnerships in order to achieve a common goal. We take joint responsibility for our scholars’ success.
Character Development:
Our school community models the values, skills and a sense of social responsibility necessary to become productive citizens. Through the use of social and emotional programs, scholars are taught to think about ways their behavior impacts themselves and others in order to make effective decisions.
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Sexual Harassment Information
https://www.schools.nyc.gov/about-us/policies/non-discrimination-policy/title-ix
Respect for All
https://www.schools.nyc.gov/school-life/school-environment/respect-for-all
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