Gwinnett County Public Schools: Vaccine Clinics Set For January

Buford GA

18 December, 2021

10:55 AM

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Press release from Gwinnett County Public Schools: 12.17.21 GCPS encourages our community to learn more about COVID-19 vaccinations and take advantage of opportunities to get vaccinated. In an ongoing partnership with the Gwinnett Health Department and other health partners, GCPS continues to host vaccination clinics at high schools around the county during January. No appointment is necessary. Participants will receive the Pfizer vaccine, which requires two shots. Individuals who are eligible for a booster shot and who completed their initial vaccine series (Pfizer, Moderna, or Johnson & Johnson) at least six months ago also may attend a vaccine clinic. This opportunity is available to individuals (ages 12 and older) who are eligible for the vaccine. Students ages 12 to 17 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. Interpreters will be on site. Upcoming Clinics in January Berkmar HSThursday, Jan. 6, 2022 (3-6 p.m.) Duluth HS Thursday, Jan. 6, 2022 (3-6 p.m.) Lanier HSTuesday, Jan. 11, 2022 (3-6 p.m.) Norcross HSTuesday, Jan. 11, 2022 (3-6 p.m.) Parkview HSThursday, Jan. 13, 2022 (3-6 p.m.) Shiloh HSThursday, Jan. 13, 2022 (3-6 p.m.) South Gwinnett HSTuesday, Jan. 18, 2022 (3-6 p.m.) When local health officials open these vaccination events to younger children, based on CDC recommendations and FDA approval, GCPS will communicate the expanded vaccination opportunities to the community. For more information on COVID  vaccinations, go to the health department website. Experts tell us no single tool is going to stop the pandemic. However, we can all do our part to slow COVID-19 transmission. The best protection from COVID-19—for yourself and others— will be a combination of strategies, including getting a COVID-19 vaccine if eligible, wearing a mask, maintaining distance when you can, staying home when ill, and washing your hands often. GCPS requires masks in all facilities and on our buses, and will continue to employ established mitigation efforts. This press release was produced by Gwinnett County Public Schools. The views expressed here are the author's own.