7th & 8th Grade Families,

This was it! We had a great final week with students—celebrating their achievements during award ceremonies, enjoying grade-level celebrations this morning, and ending on a high note with a fun and friendly staff vs. student volleyball game.

It’s been a fantastic year, and we’ve truly enjoyed working with your students. Wishing you all a wonderful summer! We’re already looking forward to welcoming our rising 8th graders back in the fall.

Warmly,

Adam White

7th & 8th Grade Administrator

The Code of Virginia requires all students to be immunized against certain communicable diseases prior to entrance or continuation in Falls Church City Public Schools. We are providing this information so you can get a jump on the 25-26 school year.

Effective July 1, 2021, all students entering seventh grade are required to receive a booster dose of the Tdap vaccine, one dose of Meningococcal vaccine (MenACWY), and one dose of Human Papillomavirus (HPV)* vaccine prior to the start of the 7th grade school year. (*After reviewing these educational materials [English] [Spanish] approved by the Board of Health, the parent or guardian, at the parent's or guardian's sole discretion, may elect for the child not to receive the HPV vaccine.) 

Once the vaccinations are complete, please provide one of the following documents to Mary Ellen Henderson Middle School:  

1.  An updated immunization record showing that the student has received the Tdap, Meningococcal, and HPV vaccines.  

2.  A note on a healthcare provider’s letterhead stating the date(s) the Tdap, Meningococcal, and HPV vaccines were given.  

3.  A healthcare provider’s written statement of a permanent or temporary medical exemption.  

4.  A notarized Religious Exemption Form which is available here.

Immunizations are available from your student's healthcare provider or the Fairfax County  Health Department. The Health Department clinic locations and hours are available online at:  Fairfax County Health Dept. or by calling 703-246-2411.  

The documents can be emailed to mehmsregistrar@fccps.org or a copy can be dropped off at the school during business hours. Please contact Lakisha Talbert at talbertl@fccps.org if you have any questions.  Thank you for your support.