IMMUNIZATION REQUIREMENTS (Grades PreK-8)

• Diphtheria, Tetanus, and Pertussis (DTaP, DTP, Tdap, or Td) — 5 doses  (4 doses OK if one was given on or after 4th birthday. 3 doses OK if one was given on or after 7th birthday.) For 7th-12th graders, at least 1 dose of pertussis-containing vaccine is required on or after 7th birthday. 
  
  
• Polio (OPV or IPV) — 4 doses  (3 doses OK if one was given on or after 4th birthday) 
  
  
• Hepatitis B — 3 doses  (except at 7th grade entry) 
  
  
• Measles, Mumps, and Rubella (MMR) — 2 doses  (both given on or after 1st birthday)
  
  
• Varicella (Chickenpox) — 2 doses
  

Students Starting 7th Grade Need:

• Tetanus, Diphtheria, Pertussis (Tdap) —1 dose
  (Whooping cough booster usually given at 11 years and up)
  
  

• Varicella (Chickenpox) — 2 doses
  (Usually given at ages 12 months and 4-6 years)

For more information about immunization requirements, laws and answers to frequently asked questions:

• Guide to Immunizations Required for School Entry | Spanish Version
  
  
• Additional Requirements for 7th Grade Entry | Spanish Version
  
  
• Frequently Asked Questions