Mysore/Mysuru: An eye camp, organised with the tagline “Clear vision is the key to success,” was conducted by Christ the King Convent (CKC) Alumni Association in collaboration with Lions Club of Mysuru Classic, District 317G at CKC Convent School on Sept. 2, 3, 20 and 21.

Its purpose was to assess the eyesight of students, teachers, staff and parents. The camp was held under the guidance of Rev. Sister Anjali, Manager of CKC School, Rev. Sister Arpitha, Head Mistress of Nursery, Primary and Higher Primary, Rev. Sister Manjari, Head Mistress of High School and Rev. Sister Beena of Public School.

MLA K. Harishgowda, an alumnus of the school, inaugurated the camp. The guest of honour was Ln. N. Subramanya, First Vice District Governor of District 317G and alumnus.

Notable attendees included K.S. Bharath Urs, Vice-President of CKC Alumni Association, and Secretary Ln. Arun Mandal, who is also the First Vice-President of Lions Classic.

The camp also received support from Dr. Mohammed, an ophthalmologist from Yelwala Optical and Eye Care, Ln. D. Ramachandra, Zone Chairperson of District 317G, Ln. M. Ramesh, President of Lions Club of Mysuru Classic, Ln. M.R. Dharmaraj, Secretary and Ln. C.J. Jeevan, Treasurer.

The camp evaluated the eyesight of students, provided necessary prescriptions and spectacles to those with weak vision. In all, the eyesight of 1,757 students and 71 teaching and non-teaching staff were checked and a comprehensive database prepared and stored.

Three stages of eye tests were conducted. Students, teachers, staff and parents with weak vision were provided spectacles with lenses tailored to their specific needs. Sponsors donated spectacles to 25 students.

Additionally, each student received counselling alongside teachers and parents about the importance of regularly wearing spectacles. The event proved to be highly beneficial and alleviated concerns for parents, as it helped prevent further deterioration of their children’s vision.