Parent Immunizations

Working Parent Requirements

HEALTH/MEDICAL:

Statement of Good Health:  This portion of the Working Parent Clearance Form must be signed by all working parents/grandparents indicating that they are physically capable of assisting.

TB Screening or Test*:  You must show that you are not at risk for having TB or that you do not have TB by providing the    screening Certificate of Completion or evidence of a negative TB skin test. TB screenings and tests are valid for 4 years. Pregnant or nursing mothers are exempt from this requirement and must have a note from a health care provider indicating such.  On a medical report, TB is often shown as PPD.

Measles Immunity*:  You must demonstrate your immunity to measles by providing evidence of 1 or more    measles vaccinations (usually the MMR vaccine) or the results from a blood test showing positive immunity.  Note: On a medical report, measles is often referred to as Rubeola IgG (not IgM and not Rubella.)

Pertussis (Whooping Cough) Immunity*:  You must demonstrate your immunity to pertussis by providing dated evidence of receiving the vaccine (DTaP for kids, Tdap for pre-teens, teens & adults) or the results from a blood test . A consent form is not sufficient proof of immunity. Paperwork must show dated proof of the shot.

Flu Shot:  Flu shots must be obtained annually between August 1^st and December 1st.  You may opt out of getting a flu shot by signing a waiver on the Working Parent Clearance Form.

*You may obtain a medical waiver from a licensed physician to be exempted from the TB, measles, and pertussis requirements. Personal belief waivers are not valid.

*Childhood records of measles and pertussis vaccinations are valid.

SAFETY/OTHER:

 Criminal Record Statement:  This form must be completed and signed by all working parents or grandparents disclosing any criminal convictions.

Live Scan Fingerprinting: All working members must receive Live Scan **clearance** once during their entire membership.  A specific Live Scan form along with an information sheet will be provided.

Standing Rules Sign Off:  Sections of the Standing Rules are related to the health and safety of all members and their children. Regardless of what Articles and Sections address health and safety standards, the entirety of the Standing Rules must be read and signed off by every working member.

Orientation: This meeting is mandatory for all working parents who are new to the school or who are returning after a 2+ year absence. If you are unable to attend due to extenuating circumstances, you must notify the Secretary.