It is almost hard for it to register that my oldest child started school last week. It’s even harder for me to register that he is now in middle school. Seemingly, the end of summer break quickly crept upon us as the stores became increasingly chaotic with back-to-school shoppers. With the birth of my third child, my family and I got caught up in a whirlwind of busyness that this summer vacation flew within a blink of an eye. This always leaves my brain in a bit of a fog since it sometimes takes an effort to remember everything my children will need when school starts after a busy summer.
Calculator – ✓. Fresh No. 2 pencils – ✓. Composition notebooks – ✓. Scissors – ✓. Grading pens – ✓. Glue sticks – ✓. Twistable colored pencils. – ✓. Scissors – ✓. 500 sheets of loose leaf paper – ✓. Hands wipes. – ✓.
Oh, and new prescription glasses! – ✓ ✓ ✓
My son was 7 years old when he first started wearing glasses. It seems like it was yesterday when a teacher of his at the time pulled me aside to inform me that he wasn’t able to see what was written on the chalkboard. I felt bad as a parent since I didn’t have an inkling that my son was having issues with his vision! I made an appointment with an optometrist shortly after that to find out that he was showing classic signs of astigmatism.
I couldn’t believe prescription glasses for children were so expensive! But, I knew that they were a necessary expense since I didn’t want anything to hinder him from learning at school. I also had to pay extra to have transition lens since he had a sensitivity to light as well. But alas, those glasses couldn’t withstand the daily life of an active and exuberant child like my son. I opted for a more affordable route a year later.
JCPenney Optical was having a sale for the back-to-school season and I was able to get the whole works (free impact and scratch-resistant polycarbonate lenses) at the fraction of the price that I would spend elsewhere. I couldn’t have been more pleased with our selection! This is why JCPenney Optical is now my go-to destination for prescription glasses for each new school year.
This year, you can find prescription glasses at JCPenney Optical for low as $39.99! This includes a vast selection of frames, impact-resistant lenses, and eyewear protection plan. They carry designer and everyday brands for everyone in the family, including mom and dad.
A sampling of brands includes Nicole by Nicole Miller, Ray Ban, Converse, Armani Exchange, and DKNY. You can easily find a pair that would sync with your personal style, regardless of your lifestyle. The toughest part would be selecting one pair out of many!
For the new back-to-school season, JCPenney Optical wants to see your fun or quirky side with their Back-to-School Photo Contest! Submit a picture to have a chance to win eye-catching prizes, including free eyewear! Photos can be from any time period, but entrants must be 18 to enter (or have a parent/legal guardian enter on your behalf if younger). Photos must only show one person and entries are limited to one submission per email address. Bonus points for pictures with glasses!
I was selected for this opportunity as a member of CLEVER and the content and opinions expressed here are all my own.
This is awesome. We love JCPenney, and this is just one more reason why. You can get everything you need there, and I love making full use of their rewards program.
Neither of my kids wear glasses.. yet but I know I need to check this out at JCP! I definitely need new glasses! I’m sure they have an amazing adult section too!
Your boy is behaving like a pro! And in fairness, his glasses looks so great on him!
It is really cool that JCPenney has an optical program! I love that they have a great rewards program too.
Call me crazy, but I had no clue that JcPenny had an optical place! I guess I’ve just never looked. Those are some very stylish glasses that he is wearing.
Ah, dang, I just bought my super expensive glasses from my optometrist last week. But hopefully it’s my last pair and I get the surgery next year. 🙂 I’ll keep JC Penney in mind if my kids follow in my vision impaired footsteps though!
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Both my kids and I wear glasses so I know how much they cost. Your son looks great in his new ones. I will have to look into Penneys when I am getting a new pair.
They look lovely on your son! I didn’t even know that JC Penney sold glasses! I haven’t ventured in there on our trips to the states but it’s on the list for next time
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Your son looks like he is totally ready for back to school! Love the style of glasses he picked out! Also, think he looks sharp in his back to school clothing!
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I didn’t know that JC Penney has eyewear. This is awesome, and I love that you get the chance to win glasses too.
What a handsome young man and those glasses from JCPenney optical look perfect. I love all the great options at JC Penney.
hmmmm! my son needs new eye glasses for the school year… I might have to check out JC Penney this time around, sounds like a better deal than Americas Best!
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Aww, I love them! His glasses look adorable on him. My son needs glasses and I’ve been trying to find a good price. I’d love to check this out.
The eyeglasses look great on him. My son needs a new pait, I need to check out the styles they have at JC Penny.
Those glasses look cute on your guy…or handsome. He is very handsome! One of my favorite parts of going back to school was always getting new glasses!!
Isn’t that pretty cool! I make sure that I have my kids checked before the school year starts, we don’t want them struggling with reading or writing their notes! I think it’s nice that JC Penney has their own line of eyewear!
JC Penny is an awesome place to get glasses. I have gotten mine there before and they were super nice and the staff was professional and really helpful
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This is so great! I haven’t been to JC Penney in forever, but I’m in need of new glasses and these are perfect.
What a great deal. I forgot that JcPenny provided this option. It’s definitely a good thing when you want to get your kids well made glasses without going broke.
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He is looking great! I didn’t even know JC Penney’s had an optical in their store. I need to go in for a check up myself.
I’ve heard some great things about the Optical Department at JCPenney. Those glasses look great!
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We love shopping at JCPenney’s too. Everything you need under one roof. It is such a time saver to do all your shopping in one place. No one in my family wears prescription glasses though, but I will surely let friends and family know about JCPenney Optical.
Your son is a nice looking boy and he chose the perfect glasses for his face. Don’t feel about not knowing he had vision problems though. The thing is… your son probably didn’t either. His vision was normal for him and he had no other frame of reference – so didn’t even know to mention it. I say this because my mom frequently expressed guilt over the same thing with me.
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His glasses are awesome. I had no idea that JC Penny had an optical center. That is pretty cool and makes it pretty convenient to do some shopping as well.
These glasses look so awesome! I know that they were not this stylish when I was a child.
I love that they are having a sale! They always have such great deals anytime and so I need to check out their styles.
He is looking ready to go! Wow! My kids have an eye appointment on Thursday! We’ll see how it goes!
That is a great price for glasses. My son was boarderline needing glasses for first grade but because of the cost we didn’t get him any since it wasn’t really a need. We will have to check this sale out.
Your son makes such a cute model showing off his stylish glasses! I don’t have kids, but I could definitely use some new frames myself – I’ll definitely have to check out JCPenney!
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I definitely know the challenges of wearing glasses at such an early age. Wow that was a very awesome deal!
I had to start wearing glasses at a very early age as well, switched to contacts as a teen but my eyes don’t tolerate them very well so I’m back to glasses, and alternate for special occasions.
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That’s really awesome, it’s nice to know that JC Penney has glasses available for the kids. It’s really important that we teach them to take better care of their eyes as well.
Really got to add this to my list when trying to get new glasses. Having an affordable price and most of the items in one place, JCPenney Optical surely must be a great place to go.
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My son wears glasses and I never thought to look in JCPenney! I need to go check them out!
That is such a great deal! My son’s not wearing prescription eyeglasses yet, but we’ll sure check JCP once he needs them.
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Thanks for letting people know about this optical sale! Both my husband and I are in desperate need of new glasses.
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Yes, glasses are ridiculously expensive, especially when you get to be MY age and need “progressive” lenses (bifocals!) Your little guy is handsome and his glasses make him look quite distinguished.
He looks just fantastic. They are so stylish and mature. Are they sturdy?
Just one more reason to love JC Penneys! I totally forgot JCP had an optical, this was a good reminder since I need a new pair of glasses!
Those glasses are awesome. JCPenney must have great sales and prices