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RHHD & RPS Collaborate to Provide In-School Immunization Clinics
RICHMOND, Va. — The Richmond and Henrico Health Districts (RHHD) and Richmond Public Schools (RPS) are partnering to offer in-school immunization clinics in February and March. RPS families with 6th and 11th graders are encouraged to sign the RPS-provided consent form and schedule an appointment so that their student can receive the required immunizations ahead of the traditional Back-to-School season. These clinics will offer the tetanus, diphtheria, & pertussis (Tdap) vaccine and the meningococcal conjugate (MenACWY) vaccine as well as provide information about where to get the vaccine for human papillomavirus (HPV). Please visit rvaschools.net/schools-office/
“Our school-based immunization clinics are essential to our commitment to student wellness at Richmond Public Schools," said Chief Wellness Officer Renesha Parks. "In partnership with Richmond and Henrico Health Districts, we’re able to lower barriers to healthcare and minimize disruptions to the school day while offering families and students a convenient way to meet vaccine requirements.”
"We are excited to continue our partnership with Richmond Public Schools, meeting students where they are and providing required school vaccinations,” said Richmond and Henrico Health Districts Community Health Nurse Supervisor Virginia Slattum. “This partnership maximizes our ability to reach those who need the required vaccines while reducing disruptions to a child's education."
Current 6th and 11th grade RPS students are invited to attend on-site immunization clinics. These events are for RPS students only. Families should reach out to their school nurse to schedule an appointment.
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The following immunizations for 6th graders will be provided at these events:
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Tetanus, diphtheria, & pertussis (Tdap) vaccine
A booster dose is required starting at age 11 and before 7th-grade entry. -
Meningococcal conjugate (MenACWY) vaccine
The first dose shall be administered starting at age 11 and before 7th-grade entry.
The following immunizations for 11th graders will be provided at these events:
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Meningococcal conjugate (MenACWY) vaccine
A dose is required starting at age 16 and before 12th-grade entry.
The human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine is also required for school but will not be provided at these events. Students can receive this vaccination from their pediatrician, a local pharmacy, or an RHHD clinic or community partner.
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Human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine
Two doses of HPV vaccine are required. The first dose shall be administered starting at age 11 and before 7th-grade entry.
Immunization Opportunities for Families Whose Children Cannot Attend an In-School Event
Families without health insurance or who are enrolled in Medicaid can visit rhhd.gov/connect-pc to find pediatric care providers. Families can schedule appointments at an RHHD clinic by calling 804-205-3501. Families can find more information at rhhd.gov/childhoodvax.
Virginia Vaccines for Children (VVFC) providers offer free immunizations to children (younger than 19 years of age) who are uninsured or underinsured; Medicaid-eligible or Medicaid-enrolled; and/or American Indian or Alaska Native. Families can search for a VVFC provider near them using rhhd.gov/vfc.
Families with private insurance may schedule appointments with their child’s pediatrician, a local pharmacy, or one of RHHD’s community partners.