Immunization Information

IMMUNIZATION OF CHILD CARE AND SCHOOL CHILDREN AGAINST CERTAIN VACCINE-PREVENTABLE DISEASES  Chapter 246-105 of the Washington Administrative Code (WAC) concerning school and child care immunization policy. These rules apply to all public and private schools and licensed child care centers in Washington State. 

The office of the Superintendent for Public Instruction (OSPI) has released the 2023-2024 changes, Here is the quick reference guide.

Immunization FAQ Flyer

DOH Immunization School Manual

Washington State Department of Health - School and Child Care Required Immunizations for 2023-24 is a great reference for any questions you may have. 

More information from the WA Department of Health.

The Center for Disease Control also has an Immunization Schedule you may find helpful.

CDC Vaccine Schedules and information for Parents.  Parent's Guide

Washington Department of Health updated Covid Vaccine information

On or before the first day of attendance, The school must receive proof of the Childs:

• full immunizations,

• initiation of schedule of immunizations, or

• certificate of exemption, current with the 2020 state requirements.

A completed and signed Certificate of Immunization Status is required to be on file at the school, preschool, or child care facility.

The Washington State Department of Health offers MYIR  for secure, online management of family immunization records.  Once you register, you can access the records anytime and even print your child's certificate of immunization status (PDF) for school entry. Register here for MYIR

Certificate of Exemption  English  Spanish  Russian​​

Certificate of Immunization Status    English   Spanish   Russian

CDC  Resources in:  English    Spanish   Russian

Wahkiakum School Board Policies

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