Vaccine Requirements for rising 7th graders...
Children entering 7th grade are required to present proof of:
- first dose of the human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine,
- one booster of the tetanus, diphtheria and pertussis vaccine (Tdap), and
- their first dose of the meningococcal conjugate vaccine (MenACWY).
All are required for both boys and girls before entering the 7th grade.
HPV--This is a required Vaccine, BUT, parents may opt out of this vaccine. Schools may not bar for noncompliance.
Please review the VDOE superintendent memo