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to keep your children healthy this summer and prepare them to go back to school in the fall, whether in-person or online. Here you will find recommendations and policies about COVID-19, immunizations, and other information including child well visits, routine oral health, and mental health resources for your child. Use our Back to School Checklist to stay organized with what you need to do before the new school year, and check back regularly to find the most up-to-date resources.Protecting your child from COVID-19
COVID-19 never takes a break! If you’re not fully-vaccinated, please continue to wear masks and social distance, as recommended by health officials. Parents and students play an important role in preventing COVID-19 from entering schools and helping to slow transmission of COVID-19 in our communities. To ensure the safety of unvaccinated populations children may need to wear a mask while in school.
For students, parents, and schools VDOE information regarding COVID-19 in schoolsAdditional Resources
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Back To School VA
Virginia Chapter, American Academy of Pediatrics website providing back to school resources and information
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There are new vaccine requirements for children returning to school/daycare.
A series of vaccines are required and this year the school required vaccines have changed. The new requirements apply to students entering Kindergarten, 7th, and 12th grades. Without them, your child may not be able to start school on time or go to daycare.
Headlines/Articles
Child wellness visits are more important than ever during the COVID-19 pandemic
Keeping your child’s vaccine schedule will protect them from other dangerous diseases. As the COVID-19 pandemic continues into 2021, hesitancy in tending to routine health care isn’t just affecting adults – it’s having an impact on children too.
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Mental Health During COVID-19: Signs Your Child May Need More Support
The stress, fear, grief, isolation and uncertainty created by COVID-19 pandemic can wear anyone down, but many children and teens have had an especially tough time coping emotionally.
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Why is it so important for my kids to get caught up on their childhood immunizations during the COVID-19 pandemic?
Although you are probably juggling a lot of responsibilities right now, making sure your children are up-to-date on their shots is one of the best things you can do to protect them against some pretty serious but preventable diseases.
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Oral Health Care and Your Family
When you think of your child’s overall health, does their mouth come to mind? Oral health plays a critical role in the overall health of kids and adults, you can’t be truly healthy without a healthy mouth!
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