As summer winds down and backpacks start filling with school supplies, there’s one important back-to-school checklist item many parents overlook: a comprehensive youth eye exam. At Modern Vision Solutions in Omaha, NE, our team knows that clear vision is about more than just seeing the board—it’s about giving kids the foundation to learn, grow, and thrive.
Why Kids’ Eye Exams Matter
Many families assume that school vision screenings are enough. While those screenings are valuable, they only measure whether a child can read letters on a chart from a distance. These quick checks miss many vision issues that can affect learning, reading, and focus.
In contrast, a comprehensive pediatric eye exam at Modern Vision Solutions looks at the full picture:
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Measuring the length of the eye from front to back
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Capturing detailed images of the eye’s structures
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Assessing overall eye health, not just clarity of vision
Identifying issues early—like nearsightedness, farsightedness, or astigmatism—can make a huge difference in a child’s ability to keep up in class.
The Link Between Vision and Learning
Research shows that as much as 80% of classroom learning is visual. From reading and writing to using technology, children rely heavily on their eyesight. Undiagnosed vision issues can look like attention struggles, learning delays, or lack of focus, when in reality a child simply can’t see clearly.
That’s why back-to-school eye exams are so critical. They ensure that children are equipped with the tools they need to succeed academically—and to feel confident in and out of the classroom.
Why Families Choose Modern Vision Solutions
At Modern Vision Solutions, Dr. Meagan Anderson and our team are committed to making kids comfortable while delivering the most advanced testing available. Parents appreciate that they can bring the whole family in on the same day, making it easier to prioritize eye health for everyone.
Whether your child needs glasses, contacts, or just reassurance that their vision is healthy, our Omaha clinic provides comprehensive care tailored to every child.
Very Local Business Spotlight | Modern Vision Solutions, Omaha, NE
Lauren Taylor: Get ready for another very local business spotlight. I’m Lauren Taylor. Today’s very local business spotlight is at Modern Vision Solutions and I’m talking to optometrist Dr. Meagan Anderson. Dr. Anderson, I can’t even believe it, but school is almost back in session. So, when’s the best time for parents to schedule eye exams for their kids?
Dr. Anderson: Yeah, so now is actually the best time to get those exams scheduled. With school starting in just less than a month or so, it’d be a great idea to get those on the schedule and then if kids need like glasses or contacts, it’s a good idea to get those ordered now so they’re ready.
Lauren Taylor: But schools also offer vision screenings. So, isn’t that the same thing?
Dr. Anderson: It’s actually not. There’s a huge difference between the vision screening at school versus like the in-office exam that we do here. So, with the vision screening, what they have the kids do is just cover up one eye, kind of look at a chart across the wall, and read the letters, and that’s it. But with our exams here, we do a lot more. So we actually measure the length of the eye from the front to the back. We take images of all the structures of the eye. Really check out the whole eye health.
Lauren Taylor: So why Modern Vision Solutions for youth eye exams?
Dr. Anderson: Yes. So we have a really really good team that’s really well equipped to see kids. So they’re really good at making the kids feel comfortable so we can see the whole family on the same day. Really make everybody part of the experience.
Lauren Taylor: I love that. So come get your glasses here from Modern Vision Solutions. Very Local Business Spotlight is brought to you by Modern Vision Solutions.
👉 Ready to schedule your child’s school eye exam? Visit us at mvsvision.com/pediatric-optometrist-omaha or call (833) 586-2020 to book today.
Modern Vision Solutions is a full-scale vision center committed to empowering our patients with the best vision scientifically and medically achievable – whether their best solution is glasses, contacts, or a vision correction procedure. At Modern Vision Solutions, we help our patients achieve the freedom that clear vision can provide. We do this through an unparalleled patient experience and world-class, lifelong vision care. When we partner with a patient for their eye health and vision needs, our patient’s priorities become our priorities. We get to know our patients’ stories, and customize a vision correction solution around their hobbies, dreams, and job requirements. You deserve to live a lifestyle free from visual barriers.
