NEW YORK—The back-to-school season is officially upon us. Across the country, students are headed back to the classroom; some have already started the fall semester, while others are in the last few days of their summer breaks, but either way, a large portion of Americans are thinking about the upcoming school year. As teachers, families and students get organized, it’s an important time for the optical community to remind them how important eye health is for a successful academic year. This week, we’re taking a look at what some independent ECPs are doing to get into gear for the school year.

Premier Eye Associates in Collingswood, N.J., is taking part in a Back to School Community Event with its local South Jersey Coping Clinic, through which students can receive free vision screenings, haircuts, medical checkups and school supplies. Plus, patients can donate to the great cause. Image via premiereyedocs on Instagram


In Coventry, R.I., Acuity Vision & Eyewear Center is hosting a school supply drive with local Sweet Liberty Farm. Image via acuityvisionri on Instagram


Back-to-school eyecare is important for teachers, too—here’s a reminder from the team at Sager Eye Care Center in Plantation, Fla. Image via sagereyecare on Instagram


Gilmer Eye Care in Gilmer, Texas, took to Instagram to remind parents about the importance of back-to-school eye checkups. Image via gilmereyecarecenter on Instagram


In Chesapeake, Va., Navigation Eye Care is hosting a special back-to-school sale throughout August. Image via navigationeyecare on Instagram


Eyecare on the Square in Cincinnati hosted a special Back to School Night with food, drinks, tie dye, raffles and eyecare education. Image via eyecareonthesquare on Instagram