7th Grade Immunizations
Tdap and 2 Varicella Required for 7th Grade
While it may seem impossible to protect our children from all dangers, one thing parents can do is protect their children from some serious diseases by getting them immunized. We’d like to encourage your child to do one more thing before starting 7th grade – Get immunized against vaccine-preventable diseases!
Make sure your incoming 7th grader is up-to-date on all his/her immunizations:
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Required Vaccines |
What this means for YOUR child |
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Tdap (tetanus, diphtheria, whooping cough) |
All students going into 7th grade must have proof of having had the Tdap booster shot. Tdap is a tetanus booster that also protects against whooping cough – a disease than can lead to really bad coughing for weeks. It’s especially dangerous for babies at home or in your community. For teens and adults, it may even break their ribs from coughing too hard! |
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Chickenpox (Varicella) |
If your child has never had chickenpox, make sure he/she received 2 doses of the Varicella vaccine. Some preteens have only received one. |
Vaccines are safe and effective. The most common side-effect is soreness at the injection site. If you don’t have health insurance, check with your local health department about how to receive free or low-cost vaccines. For more information on shots required for school, visit ShotsForSchool.org.