Children + Parents / K-12
VDOE + VDH are collaborating to produce helpful information for school divisions in 2021-22 school year. On this page you will find items that may be useful to school division public information officers + communication staff. More items will be added as they become available, so please check back often.
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Have questions or need support? Please contact Ken Blackstone, VDOE's Executive Director of Communication + Constituent Services.
π New to this page? Take a tour.
Have questions or need support? Please contact Ken Blackstone, VDOE's Executive Director of Communication + Constituent Services.
π― Did You Know? - Editable School Shareables
Created for schools + parents of children in grades K-12, these customizable shareables provide info on the kids COVID-19 vaccine, with approachable "did you know" style fact sharing.
INCLUDES: (in English + Spanish)
Editable Shareables
π Send to K-12 schools, with invitation for them to download, insert their school logo, + share via social media or newsletters
5.9.22
π― Customizable K-12 Vaccine Clinic Flyer
Editable flyer for schools to announce vaccine clinics, with editable slots to include date, time, location, registration QR code, + school/organization name or logo.
INCLUDES:
Editable Flyer
π Share with schools to promote their vaccine clinics
5.6.22
π― Pediatricians Videos + Child Vaccine PSAs
Videos "straight from the pediatrician" along with PSAs explaining + encouraging the COVID-19 vaccinations for children.
INCLUDES: (in English + Spanish)
:15 + :30 Videos
Suggested captions
π Share via social media or in newsletters. Please note that these must not be distributed in any format that has paid spend behind it (i.e. broadcast TV buys)
5.6.22
π― ViSSTA + TTS Shareables
For participants of VDH/VDOE's ViSSTA screening testing + Test To Stay (TTS) programs, these shareables promote the benefits of screening testing for school administrators, teachers, parents, + students. In a standard form + customizable options to address your individual school.
INCLUDES:
Shareables (square + wide; standard + customizable)
Suggested Captions
π Download (+ if desired, customize) + share on social media or in newsletters. Please note that these are not for paid use or printing.
Updated: 4.14.22
*updated to include TTS program + images with maskless people*
πΊ The Conversation: Kids + COVID-19 Vaccines
THE CONVERSATION / LA CONVERSACIΓN #BetweenUsAboutUs expands to address questions about the COVID-19 vaccines + children with FAQ videos featuring pediatricians.
INCLUDES: (in English + Spanish)
- 5 things to know about vaccine for kids 5-11
- Why vaccinate your child for COVID?
- Do kids need to get the COVID vaccine?
- Has COVID risk changed in kids?
- And more...
π Share online, email + social
1.25.22
*updated with Spanish language videos*
π― Kids Vaccination Stickers
For a little post-vaccination reward + celebration, these stickers are meant for distribution at pediatricians office + vaccination sites for children ages 5-11.
INCLUDES: (in English + Spanish)
2-inch stickers sheets
3-inch stickers sheets
π Share with pediatrician's office or vaccination clinics. Print on 2-inch or 3-inch standard Avery round label template. LHD's may also contact the Department of Corrections to submit a print order.
12.30.21
π― Activity Sheets for Children
For ages 5-11, these printable assets provide a fun + informative activity to enjoy before or after vaccination.
INCLUDES:
Maze Activity + flyer
Word Search Activity + flyer
Poster Sized Flyers
π Share with pediatricians + vaccine sites with a recommendation to print before children's vaccinations
Updated: 12.21.21
*updated with poster-sized printable flyers*
π― Customizable Shareables Promoting Vaccination for Children
Customizable social media templates to announce the authorization of vaccinations for children ages 5-11.
INCLUDES: (in English + Spanish)
Templates (square + wide)
This can also be found in the Development + Rollout toolkit.
π Choose a preferred template, add your district name + logo, + share via email or social
11.24.21
*updated to reflect square template additional language*
π§° Children + COVID-19 Vaccination Toolkit
From the Public Health Communications Collaborative + based on CDC recommendations, this toolkit addresses COVID vaccination eligibility for children age 5-11.
INCLUDES:
Topline Messages
Answers to Tough Questions
Sample Social Media Posts
Shareable
π Review + share on social media or with pediatricians
11.4.21
π― Vaccine Locations for Children Ages 5-11
With parents/guardians in mind, these shareables list locations to find a COVID vaccine for children ages 5-11.
INCLUDES:
Shareables (wide + square)
This can also be found on the Vaccines page.
π Share via newsletters + social media or with schools + parenting groups
11.17.21
π― Vaccination FAQ for Children Ages 5-11
With recent FDA authorization of vaccination for children ages 5-11, this fact sheet is intended for parents, caregivers, + family to address their questions + concerns.
INCLUDES: (available in 11 languages)
Fact Sheet
This can also be found in the Development + Rollout toolkit.
π Share with parents/guardians + pediatricians via email or social
Updated: 11.12.21
*updated to reflect additional languages*
π§° Vaccination Resources for Children Ages 5+
Extensive resources for parents/guardians + pediatricians to support outreach for vaccinations for children ages 5+. As part of the We Can Do This campaign, the toolkit features content from CDC + HHS COVID-19 Public Education Campaign.
INCLUDES:
Campaign Ad
Posters + FAQs
Social Media Shareables + Sample Posts
Videos
Children's Hospitals/Pediatrician Toolkits (superhero-themed posters, stickers, selfie station designs, + more)
π Explore resources + utilize as suggested within the toolkit or share with pediatricians
11.10.21
π― K-12 Healthy Back to School
To encourage a "Healthy Back to School", these posters + shareables send important containment + mitigation reminders for K-12 students such as hand washing techniques, social distancing reminders, proper mask-wearing guidance, + more.
INCLUDES: (in 7 languages)
High School overall containment (posters + shareables)
Middle school proper masking (posters + shareables)
Elementary school (posters + shareables)
Elementary school hand-washing (restroom poster)
Middle school hand-washing (restroom poster)
π Share with school districts to utilize for print, social, or newsletters
Updated 9.30.21
*updated to reflect additional languages*
π§° Vaccine Development + Rollout Toolkit
The Development + Rollout Toolkit houses all communication + education resources related to vaccine development + rollout.
INCLUDES
Shareables, flyers + fact sheets.
Sample topics: Adolescent Vaccine Approval, Should I get the vaccine?, Second Dose Infographics, Effectiveness, mRNA + How Vaccines Works, etc.
π Share or print for all vaccine related questions
Updated 8.30.21
π― Children + Family Vaccination - ImmunizeVA
This ImmunizeVA page holds resources to support local immunization efforts. The "Tracker" material is designed for kids + families. Includes social media resources to encourage vaccination for children, + printouts that can be used as coloring sheets for children at vaccination events. The page also includes a variety of testimonials, in static + video format.
π Review + share material with K-12 audiences. Include coloring printout at events with children
8.16.21
π§° School Communities Toolkit
Resources for school district leaders, teachers, parent leaders, + supporters to answer questions, outline school guidance, + increase vaccine confidence. A part of the We Can Do This campaign, the toolkit features content from CDC + HHS COVID-19 Public Education Campaign.
INCLUDES:
1. Toolkit for Staff in School Settings + Childcare Programs
2. How Schools Can Support Vaccination
3. On-Site School Clinics Guide
4. Vaccine Speaker Guide for School Administrators
5. Letter Template - To Parents
6. Encourage Vaccination Texts
7. Resources for Teachers
8. Presentation for Educators + Parents
9. "Get a Vaccine Today" Flyer
10. Social Media Graphics + Captions
π Share with K-12 audiences
8.16.21
π₯ Back to School Health Videos
These Back To School videos, created by Childrenβs Hospital of Richmond at VCU, serve as encouragement for all parents to maintain + strengthen the health of their school-aged children via reminders about vaccines, the 4Ws, dental hygiene, + more.
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INCLUDES:
4 Ws of COVID-19 prevention
Importance of well-checks
Vaccines help keep kids healthy
Tips for maintaining a healthy smile
π Share with your local school district + parenting groups
7.28.21
π Student Vaccination Consent + Screening Form
Consent forms created for schools with on-site vaccination clinics during normal school hours. Parents can pre-fill for the school to have on file so a child can be vaccinated without a parent present. It is recommended that schools maintain copies. Available in English + Spanish.
π Review + share with parents in participating schools/districts
6.11.21
π Adolescent Vaccine Approval Shareables
The CDC has authorized the Pfizer vaccine for adolescents aged 12 -15 years. These shareables explain eligibility + benefits.
INCLUDES: (in 7 languages):
Fact Sheets
Shareables + Suggested Captions
π Share items via social, emails + newsletters
Updated: 6.3.21
π Vaccination Myths + Facts
Busting myth with fact, the CDC shares easy to understand information covering common concerns stemming from misinformation.
π Review + share via email or direct concerned individuals to the site
6.3.21