Immunizations
Parents must show their child's Immunization Record as proof of immunization prior to the student attending school. These immunization requirements also apply to students entering transitional kindergarten.
Students Admitted at Grades TK/K-12 Need These Immunizations:
Students Admitted at Grades TK/K-12 Need These Immunizations:
- Diphtheria,Tetanus, and Pertussis (DTaP, DTP, DT, Tdap, or Td) ---- 5 doses
(4 doses OK if last one was given after the 4th birthday; 3 doses OK if one was given after the 7th birthday) - Polio (OPV or IPV) ---- 4 doses
(3 doses OK if one was given on or after 4th birthday) - Hepatitis B ---- 3 doses
(Not required for 7th grade entry) - Measles, Mumps, and Rubella (MMR) ---- 2 doses
(both given on or after the 1st birthday) - Varicella (chickenpox) ---- 2 doses
These immunization requirements apply to new admissions and transfers to all grades, including transitional kindergarten.
Students Starting 7th Grade Need These Immunizations:
- Diphtheria,Tetanus, and Pertussis (TDaP) ---- 1 dose
- Varicella (chickenpox) ---- 2 doses
In addition, the TK/K-12 requirements apply to 7th graders who:
- previously had a valid personal beliefs exemption (PBE) filed before 2016 upon entry to TK/K-6th grade.
- Students with a Medical Exemption issued for grades K-6 must provide a newly issued Medical Exemption for grades 7-12.
- are new admissions.
California schools are required to check immunization records for students ages 4-6 years, upon advancement or admission into 7th grade, and for students transferring from other schools at any age. Parents must show their child's Immunization Record as proof of immunization.
Plan ahead for these immunization requirements!
- Free at Plumas County Public Health Department if you have MediCal or have no insurance that covers vaccines. Call 283-6330 for an appointment.
- Private pay @ Plumas County Public Health Department if not eligible for above. Call 283-6330 for an appointment.
- Your family healthcare provider, the cost may vary depending on insurance coverage.
- Various pharmacies can administer most immunizations for a flat fee or may be eligible to bill your insurance.