TPS : Vaccine Clinic Details Announced

Toledo OH

17 November, 2021

1:02 PM

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Press release from Toledo Public Schools: 11/16/2021 As a reminder, all TPS school buildings and offices will be closed Monday, November 22, and Tuesday, November 23, leading into fall break, which is Wednesday, November 24, through Friday, November 26.  As a reminder, all TPS school buildings and offices will be closed Monday, November 22, and Tuesday, November 23, leading into fall break, which is Wednesday, November 24, through Friday, November 26.  Monday and Tuesday are additional days meant to be a time for everyone to recharge and re-energize as we prepare for a successful end to the first semester. Teachers will provide assignments to their students, either via Google Classroom or printed copies, that are required to be completed and returned after Fall break - classes resume on Monday, November 29.  Connecting Kids to Meals will be providing dinners and snacks for children on Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday of Thanksgiving week at several community locations, including Toledo-Lucas County Library branches. For a complete listing and serving times, please visit  https://connectingkidstomeals.org/ This is also an opportunity to give those who are not yet vaccinated the time to receive a COVID-19 vaccination or a booster; vaccinations are voluntary for both TPS students and staff members. The following information outlines the schedules and steps for those who are interested in being vaccinated – please note: COVID-19 vaccinations are not mandatory for TPS students or staff members; however, they are highly recommended:  Appointments are strongly encouraged to guarantee a vaccine will be available; however, walk-ins will be accepted based on the availability of vaccines. For families having their 5- to 11-year-old student vaccinated  Second dose appointments will be made on site at the time of the first dose  A parent or guardian must accompany their child to the vaccine appointment  Parents having their student(s) vaccinated at either Bowsher or Start high schools must sign this consent form: Pfizer-Biontech Covid-19 Vaccine Parental Consent Form.doc The updated Pfizer Vaccine Fact Sheet can be found here: Pfizer 5 though 11 Fact Sheet for Recipients-COVID-19 Vaccine.pdf  COVID-19 Vaccination Clinic for 5- to 11-year-olds ONLY To schedule an appointment, go to:  https://gettheshot.coronavirus.ohio.gov/ or call 1-833-4- ASK-ODH (1-833-427-5634) from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. daily to schedule an appointment or with any COVID-19 related questions. Bowsher High School - 2200 Arlington Ave.  WHEN: Monday, November 22 from 10 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.  At the first eligibility screen, enter the access code BCQSMYG3HW  On the next screen, search by Bowsher High School or the zip code for the site (43614) Start High School - 2010 Tremainsville Ave.  WHEN: Tuesday, November 23 from 10 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.  At the first eligibility screen, enter the access code C7Z1F7APWX  On the next screen, search by Start High School or the zip code for the site (43613) COVID-19 vaccines available for students 5 years and older The school-based health centers are also offering COVID-19 boosters for TPS employees and area residents  Rogers High School - Rams Health Center - 222 McTigue Dr. - 419-442-7702 Scott High School - Bulldog Health Center - 2400 Collingwood Blvd. - 419-442-7701 Waite High School - Waite Health Center - 301 Morrison Dr. - 567-204-3056 Woodward High School - Woodward Health Center - 701 E. Central Ave. - 567-343-6890 WHEN: Monday, November 22 and Tuesday, November 23 from 11:30 a.m. - 2:45 p.m.  Call the health clinic closest to you to schedule an appointment - the numbers are listed above. Appointments minimize wait time and guarantee a vaccine.  Anyone receiving their first vaccine who presents their Medicaid insurance card will receive a $100 VISA gift card Details in Spanish can be found here: Anuncio  This press release was produced by Toledo Public Schools. The views expressed here are the author's own.