Attention Parents and Guardians:

For the 2011-12 school year, a new State law now requires that all incoming 7th-12th graders get a whooping cough booster shot, called Tdap, before entering school. Students who have not received this booster shot prior to the beginning of the school year will not be allowed to start school.

We encourage you to contact your child’s doctor now to schedule an immunization appointment. Some children may qualify for free immunizations through the Vaccines for Children Program. After your child receives this vaccine, bring documentation of this Tdap booster to your school nurse.

Pertussis, also known as whooping cough, is widespread throughout California. This vaccine can help keep your child and family protected.

For more information about the law and where to get shots, please visit www.sdiz.org or call 211.

Thank you.