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Student Health

IMMUNIZATIONS

Required Immunizations for School Entry

 

The Museum School of East Dallas (TMS) follows the immunization requirements established by the Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS) for public school students.

Required immunizations include (Additional vaccines may be required for certain grade levels):

  • DTaP (Diphtheria, Tetanus, Pertussis)

  • Polio

  • MMR (Measles, Mumps, Rubella)

  • Hepatitis B

  • Varicella (Chickenpox)

  • Hepatitis A

👉 For the most current requirements, please visit:


Texas Department of State Health Services Immunization Requirements
https://www.dshs.texas.gov/immunizations/school/

Recommended Immunizations

 

In addition to required vaccines, the Department of State Health Services recommends:

  • Influenza (Flu) vaccine (annual)

  • HPV (Human Papillomavirus) vaccine

  • Meningococcal vaccine (as age-appropriate)

Immunization Exemptions

 

Families may request an exemption from immunization requirements for reasons of conscience, including religious beliefs.

👉 For information on how to request an exemption, visit:


Texas Department of State Health Services Exemption Information
https://www.dshs.texas.gov/immunizations/school/exemptions.aspx

FOOD ALLERGIES & ANAPHYLAXIS

The Museum School of East Dallas (TMS) is committed to supporting students with food allergies and reducing the risk of exposure to allergens that may cause anaphylaxis.

 

In accordance with Texas Education Code § 38.0151, TMS follows the guidelines developed by the Commissioner of State Health Services for the care of students with food allergies at risk for anaphylaxis.

 

State Guidelines

A summary of the state guidelines, along with access to the full document, is available through the Texas Education Agency:
 

https://tea.texas.gov/academics/health-and-safety/school-health/food-allergy-management

 

Additional information is available from the Texas Department of State Health Services:

https://www.dshs.texas.gov/schoolhealth/allergies/

 

Parent Notification & Enrollment Forms

 

If your child has a diagnosed food allergy, please notify the school during enrollment.

 

All TMS enrollment and health forms include information on how to access:

  • A summary of the state guidelines

  • The complete guidelines document

 

This ensures families are informed and able to partner with the school to support student safety.

 

How TMS Supports Students

TMS implements procedures to:

  • Identify students with food allergies

  • Reduce exposure to known allergens

  • Respond appropriately to allergic reactions

  • Train staff to recognize and respond to anaphylaxis

BACTERIAL MENINGITIS INFORMATION

In accordance with Texas law, The Museum School of East Dallas (TMS) provides information about bacterial meningitis to all students and families.

 

Please review the official resource provided by the Texas Department of State Health

 

Services:
https://www.dshs.texas.gov/IDCU/disease/meningitis/

 

This resource includes:

  • What meningitis is

  • Symptoms and warning signs

  • How it is spread

  • Prevention and treatment options

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11110 Garland Rd.

Dallas, TX 75218

214-390-5419

info@tmseastdallas.org

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Mya Baker, Mark Willey, Vilas Paniker, Carrie Holliday Sneed, Andrea Barger, Bibi Yasmin Katsev, Jackie Arellano, Khayree Duckett, Grayson Wafford, Jessica Hernandez, Ann Massey Badmus, Crystal Cantu, Ahava Silkey-Jones

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