FROM THE HEALTH OFFICES:

Students requiring immunizations for the 2024-2025 school year will need to receive those shots prior to the first day of school in August. State health regulations require adequate immunization or a written Exemption From Immunization form for school attendance.  Parents can contact their private healthcare provider, or the local county health department to obtain information about getting their child vaccinated. The Butler County Health Department can be reached at 573-785-8478 regarding immunization clinic dates and appointments. 

The following immunizations are required for incoming students:

Kindergarten         "School boosters" to include DTaP, IPV, MMR, and Varicella

8th Grade               Meningococcal (meningitis) AND Tetanus booster

12th Grade             Meningococcal (meningitis)