Required Immunizations

As the new school year approaches, please be aware of North Carolina’s immunization and health assessment requirements for certain students. If records are not submitted by the 30-day deadline, students will NOT be allowed to attend school until documentation is received, per state law.

Who needs updated immunization records?

• Kindergartners
• 7th graders
• 12th graders
• Students attending an NC public school for the first time

(This includes students enrolled in Wilson Academy of Virtual Education)

Deadline:

Records must be submitted within 30 calendar days of the first day of school:

• Early Colleges first day of school: August 4
• Traditional Schools first day of school: August 25

Health Assessments Required:

• For all kindergartners and first-time NC public school students
• Must be completed by a medical provider
• Accepted if dated within one year before the first day of school

COVID-19 vaccines are NOT part of the required immunizations.

 Where to get immunizations or health assessments:

• WASH Centers: 252-399-7752 to schedule (leave a message if needed)
• Wilson County Health Department: 252-237-3141
• Wilson Community Health Center: 252-243-9800
• Harvest Family Health Center: 252-443-7744
• Your student’s health provider

Records can be turned in by a parent, guardian, or student directly to the school. Let’s make sure every student is ready for a healthy, successful start to the school year!