Back To School Immunizations

Is Your Child Back-to-School Ready? Visit Your Health Department Today!

As the first day of school approaches, it’s time to make sure your child has everything they need to start the year on the right foot — and that begins with their required immunizations and health screenings.

South Health District is here to help you get your child school-ready with quick, convenient services available at your local health department.

Please Note: Insurance may cover some services. If you are uninsured or your insurance does not cover a specific service, fees will apply for all clinic services.

Back-to-School Immunization Requirements

Georgia law requires students to be up to date on certain vaccines before starting school. Immunizations help protect your child, their classmates, and the entire community from serious diseases.

Vaccines your child may need include:

  • Tdap (Tetanus, Diphtheria, Pertussis)
  • Human Papillomavirus (HPV) series
  • Chickenpox (Varicella)
  • MMR (Measles, Mumps, Rubella)
  • Hepatitis A
  • Hepatitis B
  • MCV4 (Meningococcal Conjugate Vaccine)

Important Grade-Specific Vaccine Reminders

  • 7th Grade:
    • One dose of meningococcal (MCV4) vaccine
    • One dose of Tdap (whooping cough booster)
  • 11th Grade:
    • A meningococcal booster (MCV4) is required unless the first dose was given on or after the 16th birthday.

Note: MCV4 helps protect against four types of bacteria that cause meningococcal disease. Most people experience only mild side effects, such as soreness where the shot was given or a low-grade fever, which typically goes away within 1-2 days.

Required Health Forms

In addition to vaccines, students entering a Georgia school for the first time (any grade) must have:

  • Form 3231 (Georgia Immunization Certificate)
  • Form 3300 (Ear, Eye, Dental, and Nutrition Screening)

These forms are available at your local health department and must be completed before school entry.

Don’t Wait. Visit Your Local Health Department Today!

Beat the last-minute rush and protect your child before school starts. Health departments across South Health District are ready to provide the immunizations, screenings, and forms your child needs for the new school year.

For details on Georgia’s immunization requirements, visit:
dph.georgia.gov/immunization-section

Call or visit your county health department today to get your child school-ready!

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