Immunization (Shot) Requirements
California Health Laws require that all students under age 18 years, pre-kindergarten through grade 12, be immunized against certain diseases unless they are exempt for medical reasons. At the time of registration, the school is required to have proof that your child has received all currently due immunizations.
See Immunizations box for specific requirements. Check with your pediatrician, family physician or medical clinic to make sure your child is fully immunized. Your child will be excluded from attending school if these requirements are not met.
Information on obtaining a permanent medical exemption for your child is available from [email protected]
7th Grade Varicella and Tdap:
As of July 1, 2019, California Health Laws require that students entering the 7th grade must have two doses of Varicella and a Tetanus, Diphtheria, Pertussis (Tdap) booster, given after age 7, prior to entering the 7th grade. This school immunization law affects all students in public and private schools. Parents must show their child's Immunization Record as proof of immunization. Students of all grade levels (TK-12) transferring to a new school need to meet all age-appropriate immunization requirements.
Resources:
Shots for Schools TK-12 (English) (Spanish)
Immunization Exemptions
Senate Bill 277
Vaccine Education Center
Pertussis Videos
Parents of Kids with Infectious Disease
Images of Infectious Diseases