The state of Minnesota requires a check of vision, hearing and developmental growth of all 3- to 5-year-olds before starting kindergarten. The Albert Lea School District conducts free screenings each month at Brookside Education Center. If your child has not been screened, please call Julie at 379-4843 or e-mail jsager@albertlea.k12.mn.us to schedule your child’s 60-75 minute appointment. The next screening will be held from 2 to 6 p.m. March 22.