Immunizations
State law requires children to be immunized against certain vaccine-preventable diseases to attend school in Texas. Getting your child vaccinated protects your child's health and that of the community.
Students cannot go to school without the appropriate documentation for the required vaccines or a valid medical or conscientious exemption. This is required in order to find out a student’s teacher at Elementary Meet the Teacher Night or to access his or her class schedule at secondary schools.
Please note required vaccines, including the doses required, may vary in Texas from other states/countries. Depending on your child’s grade level, updated immunization records may be necessary for your child to start the new school year.
Required Vaccines
- Required Immunizations for Grades K-12
- Required Immunizations for Pre-Kindergarten, Early Education and Head Start
- Immunization Flowchart
- Provisional Enrollment Q & A
Exclusions from Immunization Requirements
State law 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, active duty with the armed forces of the United States, and reasons of conscience, including a religious belief.
Where to Get Vaccinated
Immunizations are available through your healthcare provider, clinic or community health locations such as the Grayson County Health Department.
Grayson County Health Department
The Grayson County Health Department offers low-cost vaccines at their clinic at 515 Walnut Street in Sherman. Please call to schedule an appointment. Limited walk-in slots are available daily.
Schedule an Appointment: 903-893-0131 ext. 1233, 1235 or 1237
Hours: Monday-Friday, 8-11 a.m. and 1-4 p.m.
Cost: $20 per child, per visit. Texas Medicaid is accepted. CHIPS and private insurance are not accepted.
Requirements: A shot record must be provided and translated into English.