What options does a school district have in dealing with parents who do not have their children immunized, especially with the new Varicella and Hepatitis B immunizations?
Admission to a school is not allowed until records are produced showing that (1) the child has been immunized in accordance with state immunization rules; (2) the child has an exemption from immunization in accordance with state immunization rules; or (3) the child is entitled to provisional enrollment. Provisional enrollment applies to (1) students transferring from one Texas public or private school to another; (2) students who are homeless according to the federal McKinney-Vento Act; or (3) students who have begun required immunizations and are receiving them as quickly as medically feasible. For more information about immunization requirements go to: www.ImmunizeTexas.com or contact the Immunization Division Customer Service team at (512) 458-7284 or (800) 252-9152.
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