Don't Wait—Get School Vaccinations Early

Back-to-school season can be a busy and stressful time. Delaying immunizations until just before school starts may result in difficulty getting an appointment—and could prevent your child from starting school on time.

To avoid delays, Siouxland District Health Department strongly recommends that children receive their required vaccinations as soon as they are age eligible.

• Kindergarten: Vaccinations can be given anytime after your child turns 4 years old.

• 7th Grade: Required immunizations can be administered after your child turns 11.

• 12th Grade: Required immunizations can be administered after your child turns 16.

Please refer to the chart below for age-specific requirements.

Siouxland District Health offers back to school vaccinations through our Vaccines for Children Program (VFC) to schedule an appointment call us at 712-279-6119.