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Immunizations and Health Screening Requirements

Immunizations are the best way to protect children and the community from harmful diseases. Before attending class, Texas law requires students in Texas schools to be immunized against certain vaccine-preventable diseases. All students attending public schools must submit to the district a valid and complete immunization record before attending class. See the links to the right for current immunization requirements.

5/2021

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need to provide my child's immunizations before he/she can attend school?

Texas Statute requires that before admittance to or attendance in a Texas public school for the first time, each student shall present or have a valid and complete immunization record on file with the school. A student may be provisionally admitted or enrolled if the student has transferred from one Texas school to another, is a child in foster care, is a military dependent, or is homeless. A school nurse or school administrator shall review the immunization status of a provisionally enrolled student every 30 days to ensure compliance in completing the required doses of vaccination.
Where can I obtain a Reason of Conscience Exemption Form?
How long is my child's exemption valid?
- Temporary Medical: One year with signed healthcare provider's statement.
- Permanent Medical Exemption: Indefinite with signed healthcare provider's statement indicating the condition is life-long.
- Reason of Conscience Exemption: Must be renewed and notarized every two years.
Where can I get my child's immunizations administered?
- Local pharmacies and private healthcare providers
- Dallas County Health and Human Services Immunization clinics for those children that qualify for the Texas Vaccine for Children Program (TVFC).
Who qualifies for the Texas Vaccines for Children program?
- Uninsured or underinsured children (0-18 years)
- Children who are covered by CHIP
- Children who are of Native American or Native Alaskan heritage
- Children on Medicaid

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