Immunizations

Overview

The law requires students through grade 12 to be immunized according to their age/grade by the beginning of the school year.

Immunization is a shared responsibility

Parents are required to have their children immunized on schedule and keep accurate records. If a student is unable to receive immunizations for medical, religious or personal conviction reasons, a waiver must be signed.

Schools are required to keep records and review annually the Immunization Law (s. 252.04 Wis. Stats.).

When students do not meet the requirements of the law, parents are notified by a legal notice.

Measles: Cases of measles in the United States have reached their highest level in 30 years. In the event measles is confirmed in our community, per State guidelines, unvaccinated or under-vaccinated students and/or staff may be required to stay home for up to 21 days after each exposure to someone who has measles. This includes students who have waivers on file at school, as the waiver indicates your child is not up to date on their recommended immunizations. This timeframe may be different for other vaccine preventable illnesses. 

Helpful Hints:
– Keep a copy of you child’s immunization record.

– Notify your child’s school each time your child receives an immunization.