Each state decides which vaccines are required for your child’s enrollment and attendance at a school in that state. These laws often apply not only to children attending public schools but also to those attending private schools and day care facilities.

All states provide medical exemptions, and some state laws also offer exemptions for religious or philosophical reasons. State laws also establish mechanisms for enforcement of school vaccination requirements and exemptions.

• Keep track of your child’s vaccine record, as schools and childcare facilities in your state may require proof of vaccination.

• Talk to a staff member to learn what vaccines the school or childcare facility requires. They will be able to provide you with specific information about their requirements.

• If you would like to know your state’s immunization requirements, contact your state’s immunization program or state health department.

In Kansas (KS), state law requires children to be vaccinated against certain diseases as a condition for enrollment and attendance in public and private schools, as well as childcare facilities. These vaccines typically include polio, hepatitis B, measles, mumps, rubella, varicella (chickenpox), and others as determined by the Kansas Department of Health and Environment. Kansas provides exemptions for medical reasons, such as a severe allergic reaction to a previous dose of a vaccine. Additionally, Kansas allows for religious exemptions, where parents or guardians can claim that immunization conflicts with their sincere religious beliefs. However, Kansas does not offer exemptions for philosophical reasons. Schools and childcare facilities are responsible for ensuring compliance with these requirements and may request proof of vaccination. Parents should maintain an up-to-date record of their child's vaccinations and can obtain specific information about required vaccines from the school or childcare facility their child will attend. For detailed information on Kansas's immunization requirements, parents should contact the Kansas Immunization Program or the state health department.