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 Oklahoma, state law requires children to be vaccinated against certain diseases to enroll in public or private schools, as well as childcare facilities. These vaccines typically include polio, measles, mumps, rubella, hepatitis A and B, varicella (chickenpox), and others. Oklahoma provides exemptions for vaccines on medical grounds, and it also allows exemptions for religious or personal beliefs. Parents or guardians must provide proof of their child's immunization record for school enrollment, which can be obtained from their healthcare provider or the Oklahoma State Immunization Information System (OSIIS). Enforcement of these requirements is managed by the Oklahoma State Department of Health. To understand the specific vaccine requirements and the process for claiming an exemption, parents should contact the school or childcare facility their child will attend or consult with the Oklahoma State Department of Health or the state's immunization program.