GPISD Health Services Newsletter

GPISD Parents,

The Texas State Law requires all students to be immunized for Diphtheria, Tetanus, Pertussis (DTap/DTP/DT/Td/Tdap), Polio, Measles, Mumps, Rubella (MMR), Hepatitis B, Hepatitis A, Varicella, Pneumococcal diseases (PCV), and Meningococcal (MCV4).

All students entering PRE-K & KINDERGARTEN must be immunized for Diphtheria, Tetanus, Pertussis (DTap/DTP/DT/Td/Tdap), Polio, Measles, Rubella, Mumps (MMR), Varicella, Hepatitis B, Hepatitis A, and Pneumococcal diseases (PCV).

All students entering the 7TH GRADE must be immunized for a Tdap/Td booster if it has been five (5) years since the last dose, one dose of the Meningococcal conjugate (Mcv4), a second Varicella dose, and at least one Hepatitis A dose.

All required immunizations must be completed before the first day of school (August 13, 2024).

Please begin getting your student’s immunizations up to date now and return the updated vaccine record to the school nurse as soon as possible to ensure compliance. If they have already received the immunizations listed above, please provide an updated immunization record to your school nurse.

2024-2025 Pre-K Immunization Requirements

2024-2025 K-12 Immunization Requirements

To claim an exclusion for reasons of conscience, including a religious belief, the child's parent or legal guardian must present to the school a completed, signed, and notarized affidavit. The affidavit will be valid for a two-year period from the date of notarization.

Texas Immunization Exemptions

Here are some additional resource links for immunizations:

Dallas County Immunization Clinics

Parkland ImmTrac2 Registration Form

Parkland Mobile Immunization Unit Child Consent (ENGLISH)

Parkland Mobile Immunization Unit Child Consent (SPANISH)

Summer means outdoor activities, longer days, and hot/humid weather. Here are a few suggestions that will aid in ensuring you and your child have a safe summer.

WATER SAFETY:

• Adult supervision is a MUST, despite age of child.
  
• Wear a life jacket while in and around water. (DO NOT rely on air-filled or foam toys)
  
• Know the risk of natural waters (slippery rocks, limited visibility, and or current waves)
  
• Know if your medical condition might increase the risk of drowning.
  
• Wear sunscreen SPF 30 or greater and reapply at least every two hours.
  
• Take bathroom breaks.
  
• For infants/toddlers: wear water diapers.
  
• Do not go swimming if you are sick with diarrhea.
  

OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES:

• Wear sunscreen SPF 30 or greater and reapply at least every two hours.
  
• Stay hydrated with both water and electrolytes, avoid caffeine.
  
• Sunlight is intense between 10:00am- 4:00pm
  
• Review traffic safety with your child.
  
• Wear appropriate safety equipment when riding a bike, skateboarded, scooter….
  
• Teach the danger about encountering a stranger and what to do if that happens.
  

• Set ground rules.
  
• Come up with an emergency plan to handle unexpected situations, including severe weather and or power outage.
  
• Explain to child when and how to call 911.
  
• Save the poison control number 1-800-222-1222.
  
• Teach your child how to handle minor injuries, like a cut on their finger.
• Have an appropriate First Aid kit readily accessible for your child.
• Ensure your child knows their address and phone number.
• Go over how to operate appliances such as the microwave.
• Child proof home: lock up medications, alcohol, and weapons! Be sure to have plugs covered with caps!

The Haven Church of the Nazarene

1513 S Belt Line Rd

Grand Prairie, TX 75051

Food Pantry for Grand Prairie Residents

Saturdays ONLY

9 a.m.-12 p.m

The HAVEN Food Pantry prides itself in providing access to nutritious food to our community members facing hunger. Due to lack of freezer space, we were not able to store the amount of refrigerated and frozen goods we needed to. We are elated to announce that the HAVEN Food Pantry has received the North Texas Food Bank Sustainability Grant, which will allow us to expand our capacity for refrigerated and frozen foods for our neighbors. It also allowed us to update and increase the number of carts making things SO much easier for our AWESOME volunteers.

https://thehavengp.org/food-pantry

Food Pantry at RCCG House on the Rock

4447 Matthew Road

Grand Prairie, TX 75052

Free food distribution every first Saturday of the Month at RCCG House on the Rock.

• Saturday, May 04, 2024 | 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
• Saturday, June 01, 2024 | 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
• Saturday, July 06, 2024 | 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
• Saturday, August 03, 2024 | 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
• Saturday, September 07, 2024 | 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Grand Prairie Food and Clothing Co-Op

118 NE 4th Street

Grand Prairie, TX 75050

(972) 264-8540

(972) 264-6920 (fax)

Pick Up Days:

9:00-11:30 am

Mon-Fri except for bank holidays

Provide food, clothing, and some assistance with rent or utilities. For crisis situations only -- each client may receive help up to 3 times per year.

Grand Prairie United Charities Program

1417 Densman Street
Grand Prairie, TX 75051

Phone: 972-262-2014
Fax: 972-262-4994

Website:https://gpuc.org/services-1

On-site food pantry*

Food assistance is provided to our clients once every 30 days to Grand Prairie residents living in Tarrant and Dallas Counties. This includes non-perishable items as well as fresh fruits and vegetables, pastries, and breads. To access our pantry service, simply bring in a picture ID with a Grand Prairie address, fill out an application and food request sheet, and take home food that day!

Seed of Glory International

514 Davis Street

Grand Prairie, TX 75050

214-412-2100

info@seeofgloryintl.org

Our food pantry offers food assistant and other amenities to individuals with low or no income. Eligibility is based on family size and income. Come in and pick up your nutritious food for you and your family.

Pick Up Days:

Tuesdays - Thursday

10:00 AM - 1:00 PM

The Grand Prairie ISD Health Services Department is dedicated to promoting wellness and enhancing the academic experience of students by addressing health-related obstacles through targeted interventions, focused and comprehensive health assessments, and effective health education. We prioritize prevention and advocacy, collaborating closely with student support services and community resources to ensure high-quality and professional care.

Website: https://www.gpisd.org/HealthServices