The details
Both clinics will be held at Pike Middle School at 2200 Texan Drive in Justin. Dates and times are as follows:
- 9 a.m.-11 a.m. April 20
- 9 a.m.-11 a.m. May 18
According to a district news release, vaccines available include:
- Chicken pox
- DtaP
- Hepatitis A and Hepatitis B
- Haemophilus influenzae type B
- Meningitis (required for seventh grade and college)
- Meningitis B (recommended for college)
- Measles, mumps and rubella
- Polio
- Pneumonia
- TDaP
Beyond the printed vaccine record, other requirements include:
- A parent or guardian must be present.
- Only Northwest ISD students ages 3-18 can be seen.
- A paper photo copy of an insurance card and driver’s license must be provided to receive vaccines at no charge.
- Aetna
- Blue Cross Blue Shield
- Cigna
- Humana & United Healthcare PPO plans
For those individuals not using insurance, the news release states the cost is $10 per vaccine with a $40 maximum per child. Clinic staff can only accept cash or check, and they cannot accept bills over $20.
The news release states the two clinics are being offered as community service events and should not replace a visit to the student’s pediatrician. Staff and supplies are limited so the clinic may be discontinued if supplies or time runs out. Clinic staff cannot guarantee that everyone will be seen.