To attend public school in WA state, each child must present a signed CERTIFICATE OF IMMUNIZATION STATUS form showing proof of:

1. full immunization per the 2009-2010 Recommended Childhood Immunization Schedule: http://www.doh.wa.gov/cfh/immunize/documents/vacreqchdcare09.pdf
2. an initiation of a schedule of immunization
3. a medical exemption (with health care provider signature), OR
4. personal or religious exemption (with a parent/guardian signature).

Current DOH vaccine requirements can also be seen and downloaded on the district website at www.asd.wednet.edu/health/forms. Click on the Department of Health Category.

The Washington State Board of Health now includes Varicella(chickenpox) vaccination AND TDAP(tetanus, diphtheria and pertussis(whooping cough)) booster as a requirement for incoming 6th grade students to attend school for the 2008-09 school year. Please check your child's immunization record and update the (CIS)Certificate of Immunization Status form(including signature) BEFORE the first day of school in fall 2009.

Sixth grade students along with newly enrolled students will not be able to attend school and/or be given a classroom schedule until all immunizations are in compliance.

The Washington State Board of Health now includes 2 DOSES of VARICELLA prior to beginning Kindergarten for 2009-10. If your child has had chickenpox a blood test showing immunity and/or healthcare provider diagnosis or verification of disease are the only acceptable options. We can NO LONGER accept parent-reported history of disease for Kindergarten entry for 2008-09. Please check your child's immunization record and update the (CIS) Certificate of Immnuization Status form BEFORE the first day of school in fall 2009.

Kindergarten and any newly enrolled students will not be able to attend school and/or be given a classroom schedule until all immunizations are in compliance.