At Good-Lite, our mission has always extended beyond products. We exist to support the clinicians, researchers, and advocates who dedicate their careers to protecting and improving children’s vision.

Honoring Excellence in Pediatric Eye Care

Each year, the Good-Lite Pediatric Award recognizes one individual from each Optometry School from the US, Canada, and Puerto Rico who has demonstrated exceptional leadership, innovation, and dedication in the field of pediatric vision care. Whether through clinical excellence, research advancement, public health initiatives, or advocacy, GLPA recipients represent the very best of our profession. The award is not only a form of recognition, it is a practical gift that includes all the tools to succeed in a new or existing pediatric optometry practice.

From early detection efforts to advancing screening protocols and expanding access to care, these leaders shape the future of pediatric eye health.

Why Pediatric Vision Care Matters

Vision plays a critical role in childhood development. Undetected visual conditions can impact:

• Reading and learning
• Social development
• Confidence and participation in school
• Long-term academic outcomes

Early identification and intervention remain the cornerstone of successful pediatric care. The GLPA highlights the professionals who are making that early intervention possible — often behind the scenes, and often without recognition.

Recognizing Impact Beyond the Clinic

The Good-Lite Pediatric Award is not limited to one area of expertise. Nominees may include:

• Pediatric optometrists and ophthalmologists
• Vision researchers
• School and public health screening leaders
• Advocates expanding access to care
• Innovators improving pediatric diagnostic tools

The common thread? Measurable impact on children’s visual health.

Good-Lite works closely with the leaders and expert faculty at each school to determine each recipient. We look for students who are advancing pediatric vision care, shaping clinical standards, improving screening programs, or mentoring the next generation of providers. This award exists to celebrate those who elevate our field — and, ultimately, improve outcomes for children.

Our Commitment

For nearly a century, Good-Lite has supported pediatric vision professionals with clinically validated tools designed to meet evolving standards of care. The GLPA reflects that same commitment: advancing pediatric vision not just through products, but through people.

We look forward to recognizing the next leader who is changing the future of children’s vision.

The Pediatric Kit: Good-Lite includes: