Tdap Needed for all 7th Graders.

Due to the continuing spread of pertussis or whooping cough in the valley, Porterville Unified School District is continuing to require that all 7th-grade students provide proof that they have had a recent Tdap booster in order to attend classes this year.

If your student has not had a Tdap booster, please schedule an appointment with your doctor as soon as possible. Please be aware that Tdap boosters are available at WalMart Walgreen's pharmacies on a walk-in basis. The vaccine may also be available at the Tulare County Immunization Department at 559-685-5725.

If your student has already had the booster please provide a copy of the shot record to our clerk in the school office. Please feel free to call us with any questions or concerns.

Please be aware that all students who do not have verification will be held in our library until proof of the Tdap vaccination is provided.

If you have not already provided proof of the Tdap vaccination to the office please make every effort to bring it in immediately. Please call our office at 782-7100 if you have any questions.

Published August 2, 2019 Print