Immunization Requirements for Upcoming 7th Grade Students
Please be aware that all students entering the 7th grade this coming up school year (2024-25) must show proof of receiving a Tdap Booster (1 dose). The school needs an updated copy of your child's shot record showing this vaccine has been administered before classes start in August.
Exceptions will be granted to any child whose parent or guardian shall file with school authorities a signed, written statement that such measures conflict with one of the following:
1. His/her religious tenets and practices if in the absence of an epidemic or immediate threat of an epidemic; or
2. Due to medical reasons if such child has a written statement from his/her doctor excusing him from such immunization.
*Regardless of epidemic or pandemic status, religious exemptions related to vaccinations for COVID-19 or any variants will be accepted by RCS in compliance with state law, if RCS ever required such a vaccine.
Furthermore, the enrollment of any student deemed homeless may not be denied or delayed because of the student's lack of a medical examination or immunization records.
If your child has recently received this vaccine, please send in an updated copy of the TN Certificate of Immunization or contact the doctor's office and have them fax a copy to (615) 904-6761, Attention Nurse Allen.
If you have any questions, please contact me at (615) 904-6760 Ext # 31112.
