Immunizations remain the single most effective way to protect against many diseases and some cancers. The immunization schedule is designed to provide immunity (protection) early in life before children are likely to be exposed to serious, potentially life-threatening diseases. Vaccines are safe and effective at preventing serious diseases.
Docket® for Schools Immunization Tracking is Launched! See this PRIORITY NOTICE, which includes Docket® for Schools - Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs).
For other questions or concerns, email the Maine Immunization Program at Immpact.Support@Maine.gov or by phone (207) 287-3006.
- Maine Center for Disease Control & Prevention: Immunization Requirements for Schools, Child Care, & Camp
- Annual Vaccine Provider Training - The Maine Immunization Program requires that all enrolled providers complete the Vaccines For Children Training on an annual basis. This is required for both the primary and secondary vaccine coordinators.
- SLVC Webinar: August 2022 - Reviews steps needed to host a school-located vaccine clinic.
- Maine Immunization Requirements Handout Updated 2/2023 (English)
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- School Vaccination Rule FAQ Updated December 2024
- Considerations for Special Populations Notice June 2022
A Medical exemption is to be provided by the parent/student and must be a written statement from a Maine licensed physician, nurse practitioner, or physician assistant that, in the licensed physician's, nurse practitioner's, or physician assistant's professional judgment, immunization against one or more of the diseases may be medically inadvisable.
School Nurses can easily access student immunization records by accessing Maine's statewide immunization registry.
For more information, please reach out to the ImmPact Help Desk at either 207-287-3006 or Immpact.Support@Maine.gov
School-Located Vaccine Clinic Toolkit
The Maine Department of Education and the Maine Center for Disease Control and Prevention (Maine CDC) support Maine schools and community health partner's efforts to provide school-located vaccines if they choose to do so. The past efforts of school nurses and community health partners have led to improved health and attendance of school-aged children.
- SLVC Toolkit for School Year 2024-2025
- Maine Immunization Program (Maine CDC) Provider Portal & Resources
Contact
Emily Poland, MPH, RN, NCSN
School Nurse Consultant / Coordinated School Health Team Leader
Email: emily.poland@maine.gov