Georgia lawmakers cross the aisle to help children see and read

Attendees at the State of the State Address at the Georgia State Capitol on Thursday, Jan. 15, 2026. (Matthew Pearson/WABE)

Bryce Berry could not understand why his student was misbehaving.

The youth excelled on his assignments, but he disrupted the classroom. Eventually, the student explained that he could not see the board. Thus enlightened, Berry arranged an eye exam and a free pair of glasses.

Problem solved. A life changed.