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 Nevada, state law requires children to be immunized against certain diseases as a condition for enrollment and attendance at public and private schools, as well as childcare facilities. These immunizations typically include vaccines for diseases such as measles, mumps, rubella, diphtheria, tetanus, pertussis, polio, and others as determined by the Nevada Division of Public and Behavioral Health. While all states, including Nevada, provide medical exemptions to vaccination requirements, Nevada also allows for religious exemptions but does not permit philosophical exemptions. Parents or guardians must provide proof of their child's immunization record to the school or childcare facility. Enforcement mechanisms and specific vaccine requirements are outlined in Nevada Revised Statutes and by the Nevada State Health Division. To stay informed about the specific immunization requirements in Nevada, parents should contact the state's immunization program or the state health department. Additionally, school staff can provide information about the vaccines required for attendance at their specific institution.