Texas school immunization requirements are determined by the state legislature and set by the Texas Department of State Health Services, in conjunction with the Texas Education Agency. Maintaining adequate immunization rates in schools is critical to preventing disease outbreaks and ensuring the health of Texas children. Children are required to have all state-mandated immunizations and provide documentation to the school district for school attendance. 

Exemptions

You can apply for an Affidavit Request for Exemption at the link below for Reasons of Conscience. An original, notarized affidavit must be provided to the school to be considered valid. Exemptions must be renewed every two years. 

Medical Vaccine Exemptions require documentation signed by your child’s physician and are valid for one year from the signing date. 

• Info on Texas Vaccine Exemption

https://www.dshs.texas.gov/immunization-unit/texas-school-child-care-facility-immunization/texas-immunization-exemptions

• Affidavit Request for Exemption

https://co-request.dshs.texas.gov/

7th Grade Immunization Requirements 

All incoming 7^th graders MUST receive two new vaccinations or obtain a notarized exemption from the State of Texas by the first day of school. Students will not be allowed to start their 7th-grade school year if an updated immunization record is not received by the campus nurse.

1. Tdap (Tetanus, Diphtheria & Pertussis) – Booster dose
2. Meningococcal Conjugate (MCV4)  – 1st dose 

Helpful Links: 

• Texas Minimum State Vaccine Requirements for College Entry

https://www.dshs.texas.gov/immunizeschool/college-requirements.aspx