A bachelor's degree in an appropriate subject, like chemistry or biology, is the first step. Under normal circumstances, this degree takes four years to acquire. After that, you'll begin your optometry program. This program lasts four years and results in a Doctor of Optometry degree. As of November 2013, there were 23 schools accredited by the American Optometric Association, the accrediting body for optometry schools (www.aoa.org).
1 The highest monthly average temperature in Sandpoint for July is 68 degrees. 2  The lowest monthly average temperature in Sandpoint for December is 27 degrees.  The most monthly precipitation in Sandpoint occurs in January with 0 inches.
August 22, 2012 at 7:00 am | By CAMERON RASMUSSON Staff writer. SANDPOINT  Western Bonner County was the scene for two serious car accidents Tuesday, including one fatality. An Oldtown man was killed at about 12:05 a.m. Tuesday morning while driving along Old Priest River Road, according to Idaho State Police.