Lesson Plans
Eying the Future
Grades: Grades 6-12
Subject Area: Health, English Language Arts
Made Possible By: Latinos en Optometry and Transitions Optical
Support students in learning about the importance of eye health and vision care, as well as the career opportunities available in optometry. And share the bilingual family letter with parents to extend the conversation to the home.
NEW: Share the “Eyes on the Future: Exploring Career Paths in Optometry” guide with students for additional information about career opportunities in this field.
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Complete Teaching Kit Grades 6-12
Activity Sheet
Career Handout
Parent/Caregiver Letter (English/Spanish)
Career Paths in Optometry
Latinos en Optometry Website
Dr. Angelica Cifuentes on dry eye condition and optometry specialty (English)
Dr. Angelica Cifuentes on dry eye condition and optometry specialty (Spanish)
Dr. Alireza Somji on sports vision optometry
Dr. Sandra Fortenberry on careers in optometry education
Survey Report: Practicing optometrists' thoughts on their profession
Curricular Standards