1 . A record of the month , day , and year immunizations were given , signed by your physician / clinic or public immunization clinic , or
2 . A copy of the month , day , and year immunizations were given from your own records , signed by you .
Are there exemptions ? The law allows certain exemptions to the immunization rule : 1 . If your child cannot receive a required vaccine for medical reasons , you may submit a statement signed by a physician that will exempt your child from that particular requirement .
2 . If immunization goes against your personal belief , you may submit a notarized statement that will exempt your child from immunization requirements .
What immunizations does my child need to start school ? State law requires that children be immunized against nine diseases to enroll in a Minnesota school . Before the time your child enters school he or she should have received no less than :
• 5 doses of diphtheria , tetanus and pertussis ( DTP ). The final dose must be received after the fourth birthday .
• 4 doses of polio vaccine . The final dose must be received after the fourth birthday .
• 2 doses of measles , mumps , rubella ( MMR ) vaccine after the age of 12 months .
• 3 doses of Hepatitis B immunizations ( HBV ).
• 2 doses of varicella .
The exception would be if your child received the fourth dose of DTP and the third dose of polio after he or she was 4 years of age , then four and three doses would be sufficient .
If your child has had chickenpox disease or a medical reason that does not allow them to receive chickenpox vaccine , you must have a doctor sign a form stating that the child does not need to get a varicella shot . Your medical provider is required to provide the year your child had the chickenpox disease .
Do I need any proof of immunization ? To comply with the law , you must submit appropriate documentation of your child ’ s immunization record to the school principal or health staff before beginning school . This documentation may be in one of the following forms :
We urge you to make note of these immunization requirements and to prepare now so your child will be able to begin school . If you have any questions , please call your child ’ s school or the district ’ s school Health Service office , 763-506-1568 .
Does my child need a physical examination or vision exam ? Although it is not required for kindergarten , an annual physical examination is always a good idea . If you do not have a family physician , the clinics listed below are good resources for low cost health care .
• Central Avenue Clinic , 612-781-6816
• Fremont Community Health , 612-588-9411
• St . Mary ’ s Health Clinic , 651-287-7777
• Anoka County Immunization Info Line , 763-323-6100
• North Metro Pediatrics , 763-783-3722
School nurses can help obtain free and reduced cost glasses and vision checks for children of families who have financial needs . Please check with your school nurse .
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