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MMSD to Host Free, Public Vaccination Clinics
MADISON, Wis.—The Madison Metropolitan School District (MMSD), in collaboration with SSM Health, Group Health Cooperative of South Central Wisconsin, UW Health and Public Health Madison & Dane County, will host a series of school vaccination clinics beginning Saturday, Oct. 11, at its Holtzman Learning Center, located at 333 Holtzman Road in Madison.
The clinics will offer all vaccines required by the Wisconsin Student Immunization Law, including DTaP, Polio, MMR, Varicella, Hepatitis B, Tdap and MenACWY. Additional vaccines for influenza, Hepatitis A and HPV will also be available and are highly recommended.
“It’s important for us to offer families convenient access to the vaccinations that keep their children healthy and in school,” said Sarah Breon, MMSD’s director of health services. “By hosting these clinics in partnership with trusted local health providers, we’re removing barriers and making it easier for families to stay on track with their and their child’s immunizations.”
All MMSD students over the age of 5, as well as members of the general public, are eligible to receive shots. Appointments are strongly recommended and can be scheduled through the Public Health Madison & Dane County system. There is no out-of-pocket cost for participants. Families with insurance are asked to bring their insurance card.
Families should also bring their child’s immunization record to the appointment. Records can be accessed through a healthcare provider, the Wisconsin Immunization Registry, or the Infinite Campus Parent Portal by selecting More → Health → Immunizations.
Clinic dates:
- Saturday, Oct. 11, 10 a.m.–2 p.m.
- Friday, Oct. 17, 10 a.m.–2 p.m.
- Saturday, Oct. 18, 10 a.m.–2 p.m.
- Monday, Oct. 20, 10 a.m.–2 p.m.
(All clinics at Holtzman Learning Center)
“These clinics reflect MMSD’s commitment to student well-being,” Breon added. “Healthy students are better learners, and we’re grateful to our community partners for helping make these opportunities possible.”
Additional information can be found at the MMSD website.
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About the Madison Metropolitan School District
The Madison Metropolitan School District (MMSD) is the second-largest school district in Wisconsin, serving more than 25,000 students across 52 schools. The district’s vision is that every school will be a thriving school that prepares every student to graduate ready for college, career and community. With more than 6,000 teachers and staff, MMSD is committed to ensuring the district’s goals and core values are held at the center of its efforts, so students can learn, belong and thrive. For more information, visit mmsd.org.