Immunizations/State Mandates
Immunizations
Before your child attends school, you must show proof of adequate immunization from a doctor or clinic for the following:
- 4 DPT doses (diphtheria, pertussis, tetanus – one after the 4th birthday)
- 4 Polio doses (one after the 4th birthday)
- 3 Hepatitis B doses (appropriate spacing)
- 2 MMR doses (measles, mumps, rubella)
- 2 Varicella doses (chicken pox)
Seventh through 12th Grade ADDITIONAL immunization requirements for attendance:
Entrance into 7th Grade:
- 1 Tdap dose (tetanus, diphtheria, acellular pertussis)
- 1st dose of MCV (meningococcal conjugate vaccine) for Meningitis
Entrance into 12th Grade:
- 2nd dose MCV (meningococcal conjugate vaccine) for Meningitis
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First dose is given 11-15 years of age; a second dose is required at age 16 or entry into 12th grade.
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If the dose was given at 16 years of age or older, only one dose is required.
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If your child is exempt from immunizations due to religious or medical reasons, your child may be removed from school during a disease outbreak.
**A physical examination is required upon original entry into school and again in 6th and 11th grades.
**A dental examination is required upon original entry into school and again in 3rd and 7th grades.
If you do not have a physician you may contact the following local agencies to obtain immunizations:
Pennsylvania Dept. of Health: Immunization Clinics (only for those without insurance):
Call for appointment: 610-250-1825
Easton Hospital Community Care Center: 4th St. location (ages 16 & older)
Call: 610-253-1460
St. Luke’s Clinic: Northampton Street
Call: 610-559-2175
Neighborhood Health Centers: Northampton Street
Call: 484-544-3113
Mandated Health Forms
The documents below are mandated health forms by the state.
K-5 Health History Input Form (PDF)
Private Physical Report Form (PDF)
Private Dentist Report Form (PDF)
Temporary Medical Excusal Form (TME) (PDF) **Coming soon**
Vision Referral - please contact your child's school nurse