"School Districts Implement Stricter Policies for Student Vaccinations"
School districts across the United States, including Henrico County and Chesterfield County in Virginia, are cracking down on students who are behind on their scheduled vaccinations. Local health departments are partnering with schools to administer state-required vaccines before the start of the school year. Documentation of vaccinations must be provided to schools, or students may not be allowed to start on time. The Virginia Department of Health provides data on school districts' immunization rates, with Henrico County leading locally at 90.9% for 12th graders. Chesterfield County has a rate of 32.1% for Fall 2022, but efforts are being made to increase immunization rates before school starts. Families can seek religious exemptions, but health departments are urging those behind on shots to make appointments for vaccinations.