Vaccinations Required
New York State law requires that children entering school must satisfy immunization requirements. These requirements include immunizations against:
· Diphtheria/Tetanus Toxoids/Pertussis (DPT)
· Poliomyelitis (OPV)
· Measles (Rubeola)
· German Measles (Rubella)
· Mumps
In addition, all children born on or after January, 1994 must have three doses of Hepatitis B vaccine.
All susceptible children born on or after January 1, 1997 are required to have a dose of chickenpox vaccine not earlier than the age of 12 months.
Proof of the exact dates of such immunizations and a verification that a physical examination has been completed must be certified by a doctor or Health Department official before a child enters school.