Do ALL 7th-12th grade students need to get the pertussis immunization?
Yes. For school year 2011 – 2012 , all students going into 7th – 12th grades must have proof of having had the Tdap booster shot. This includes current students , new students and transfer students in both public and private schools. Many students have already received the vaccine and simply need to supply proof to the school, so check with your doctor or provider. Beginning the year after (2012 – 2013 school year and beyond), the law will only affect 7th graders. Limited exemptions are allowed.
