Memphis-Shelby County Schools (MSCS) has partnered with the Shelby County Health Department and community organizations, including Le Bonheur Children’s Hospital, UT Health Science Center, St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, Latino Memphis, and MATA, to provide free back-to-school immunizations needed for school entry. Covid-19 vaccines will also be available for children and adults.

“We value this collaboration with our local health partners and their commitment to help prevent the spread of infectious diseases by providing our children with vaccinations to support their overall wellness,” said MSCS Superintendent Dr. Joris M. Ray. "The health and safety of our students remain our top priority.” 

“Vaccinations are a critical part of preventative health care, especially for children,” said Dr. Michelle Taylor, Shelby County Health Department Director. “Vaccines not only protect children against deadly diseases, such as polio, tetanus, and diphtheria, but they also keep others safe by eliminating or greatly decreasing the spread of infectious diseases from child to child. I strongly encourage all parents to take advantage of this opportunity to get their children up to date on immunizations at no cost.” 

Families are encouraged to take advantage of these great opportunities by visiting one of the three free events we will be hosting throughout the summer.

All events will be held at the MSCS Teaching Learning Academy – 2485 Union Ave. 

No appointment is needed. Parents/guardians, please bring your child’s shot record if possible.

• July 16, 2022 – 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.
• July 23, 2022 – 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.
• August 6, 2022 – 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.

MSCS will provide buses for pickup and drop-off at the following schools listed below. The buses will pick up in two-hour increments at 9:30 am, and 11:30 am.  MATA bus passes are available if needed, please contact 901-416-6007. 

Bus Pick-up/Drop-off Locations: 

• Douglass High - 3200 Mt Olive Rd, Memphis, TN 38108
• Alcy Elementary - 1750 E Alcy Rd, Memphis, TN 38114
• White Station High - 514 S Perkins Rd, Memphis, TN 38117
• Cummings K-8 Optional School - 1037 Cummings St, Memphis, TN 38106

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