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Memorandum
TO: DCSC Parents & Guardians
DATE: 7/30/2024
NOTICE OF IMMUNIZATION REQUIREMENTS AND INFORMATION
Indiana state law requires all students to have an up-to-date immunization record before school starts. If you are requesting a religious or medical exemption, documentation must be submitted yearly. Download the required forms:
- Religious Exemption Form
- Medical Exemption Form (requires a provider's signature)
Submit completed forms to the school nurse before the first day of school.
Students entering Kindergarten, 6th, or 12th grade may need additional immunizations. Check with your child's healthcare provider or view the Indiana Department of Health chart.
The Carroll County Health Department offers immunizations. Call 765-564-3420 for appointments. Contact your School Nurse for further help if needed.
Sincerely,
Lindsey Brown
Superintendent of Schools
Required and Recommended School Immunizations (Indiana 2024–2025)
| Grade | Required | Recommended |
|---|---|---|
| Pre-K | 3 Hep B, 4 DTaP, 3 Polio, 1 Varicella, 1 MMR, 2 Hep A | Influenza, COVID-19 |
| K–5 | 3 Hep B, 5 DTaP, 4 Polio, 2 Varicella, 2 MMR, 2 Hep A | Influenza, COVID-19 |
| 6–11 | 3 Hep B, 5 DTaP, 4 Polio, 2 Varicella, 2 MMR, 2 Hep A, 1 MCV4, 1 Tdap | Influenza, 2–3 HPV, COVID-19 |
| 12 | 3 Hep B, 5 DTaP, 4 Polio, 2 Varicella, 2 MMR, 2 Hep A, 2 MCV4, 1 Tdap | Influenza, 2–3 HPV, 2 MenB, COVID-19 |
Notes:
- 3rd Hep B dose: minimum age is 24 weeks
- 4 DTaP doses accepted if 4th dose given on or after 4th birthday
- Polio: 3 doses accepted if last given on/after 4th birthday and 6 months after prior dose
- Varicella: physician documentation required; parent report not accepted
- MCV4: Only 1 dose needed if given on/after 16th birthday
- Hep A: 6-month minimum between 2 doses
Visit Immunization Website or call 1-800-701-0704 for more info.
Vacunas escolares obligatorias y recomendadas en Indiana 2024–2025
| Grado | Obligatorias | Recomendadas |
|---|---|---|
| Preescolar | 3 Hep B, 4 DTaP, 3 Polio, 1 Varicela, 1 MMR, 2 Hep A | Influenza anual, COVID-19 |
| Preescolar – 5° | 3 Hep B, 5 DTaP, 4 Polio, 2 Varicela, 2 MMR, 2 Hep A | Influenza anual, COVID-19 |
| 6° – 11° | 3 Hep B, 5 DTaP, 4 Polio, 2 Varicela, 2 MMR, 2 Hep A, 1 MCV4, 1 Tdap | Influenza anual, 2–3 VPH, COVID-19 |
| 12° | 3 Hep B, 5 DTaP, 4 Polio, 2 Varicela, 2 MMR, 2 Hep A, 2 MCV4, 1 Tdap | Influenza anual, 2–3 VPH, 2 MenB, COVID-19 |
Notas:
- 3ra dosis de Hep B: edad mínima 24 semanas
- 4 DTaP son válidas si la 4ª se administró a los 4 años o después
- Polio: 3 dosis válidas si la última fue después de los 4 años y con 6 meses de diferencia
- Varicela: se requiere documentación médica
- MCV4: 1 dosis es suficiente si se aplica desde los 16 años
- Hep A: intervalo mínimo de 6 meses entre dosis
Más información: Immunization Website o llame al 1-800-701-0704.