- Birdville High School
- Immunizations
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Immunizations
All students must be immunized against certain diseases or must present a statement for medical/religious exemption. The immunizations required are diphtheria/tetanus, polio, measles (rubeola), mumps, rubella, Hepatitis B and Varicella. All immunizations must be current when entering high school and remain current until the student graduates. It is important that you review your child's records prior to his/her entry into high school. Students will not be given schedules or allowed to attend classes until all immunizations are current. If you have questions call the high school clinic.Requirements are:91ÖÆƬ³§ policy (FFAB Local) states that: "In addition to , the District requires the following for all students. A student entering the ninth grade shall have received the "ten year" booster of DPT, DT, Td or Tdap immunization if the booster is due before the student is scheduled to graduate."
Medical Exemptions:
A U.S. licensed physician, stating that in the doctor's opinion, the immunization required would be harmful to the health and well being of the student, must sign a medical exemption. This certificate must be renewed yearly unless the physician specifies a lifelong contraindication.
Chapter 97.62 of the Texas Administrative Code (TAC) describes the conditions under which individuals can seek exemptions from Texas immunization requirements. Exclusions from compliance are allowable on an individual basis for medical contraindications, reasons of conscience, including a religious belief, and active duty with the armed forces of the United States