COVID-19 Resources
Attend any of the clinic locations, dates and times:
BELL AVENUE SCHOOL
Vaccine #1: October 6, 1-5 p.m.
Vaccine #2: November 10, 1-5 p.m
MAIN AVENUE SCHOOL
Vaccine #1: October 7, 1-5 p.m.
Vaccine #2: November 17, 1-5 p.m.
GLENWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
Vaccine #1: October 20, 1-5 p.m.
Vaccine #2: December 2, 1-5 p.m.
ROBLA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
Vaccine #1: October 27,1-5 p.m.
Vaccine #2: December 1, 1-5 p.m.
TAYLOR STREET ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
Vaccine #1: November 3, 1-5 p.m.
Vaccine #2: December 8, 1-5 p.m.
TAYLOR STREET ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
Flu & COVID-19 Vaccinations
October 27, 1-4 p.m.
At this clinic: Only Pfizer COVID vaccination is available for 6 months and up; Pfizer bivalent booster is available for adults.
Need a first dose or booster? The Moderna and Pfizer bivalent vaccinations--which protects against the Omicron variant--will be available for people 6 months and older.
Children must be accompanied by a parent/caregiver to receive their vaccination, and parental/caregiver consent is required.
*Appointment registrations will be available at a later date. Walk-ins are available on all dates and locations. Each clinic will occur in the school's cafeteria/multipurpose room.
Have questions about the vaccination? See the Frequently Asked Questions About the Vaccination, below.
*Appointment registrations will be available at a later date. Walk-ins are available on all dates and locations. Each clinic will occur in the school's cafeteria/multipurpose room.
- Consult with your child’s doctor to obtain resources for a vaccination.
- Visit the SCPH website for more information on vaccinations or you can make an online appointment at http://bit.ly/SacCountyVaccine or https://myturn.ca.gov/
Frequently Asked Questions About the COVID-19 Vaccination for Children
Is the vaccine safe?
Millions of adolescents ages 12-17 and adults have been safely vaccinated, and we know vaccines work. Fully vaccinated individuals are 10 times less likely to be hospitalized with COVID-19 and have a high degree of protection, including against the Delta variant.
Can my child get a COVID-19 vaccine during the same visit with other vaccines?
My child hates getting shots. Do they need to get both shots?
The second shot should come 21 days after the first shot. It’s best to aim to get the second shot on time, but if you are late getting your child’s second vaccine, you will not need to start over.
Let your child know that you understand why they don’t like shots. However, by getting the vaccine, they are protecting themselves and others from getting sick from COVID-19. They are also helping reduce the risk of spreading the pandemic.
Remind them that once they are fully vaccinated, they can begin to get back to the way things were before the pandemic. Being vaccinated allows them to see friends and family safely, and eventually, they won’t have to wear a mask inside.
How can I prepare my child for the vaccination?
We know that children can often express fear about the pain when receiving a shot. Here are some ways you can help:
- Be honest and calm. Explain that the child may feel a little pinch, but that it will go away very fast. Use words like “pressure” or “poke” rather than “pain” or “shot.” Support the child if they cry.
- Find a comfortable position. The child should sit in a caregiver’s lap or lay down during the vaccination, and can continue for comfort during the 15 minute observation period.
- Let the child hold a favorite item. Bring anything that is comforting, like an iPad or a favorite toy, stuffed animal, blanket or book, to help the child focus on something pleasant.
- Distract the child. Right before the shot, play with an iPad, sing the child’s favorite song, tell a story or just act plain silly to pull the child’s attention away from the shot. Keep the distraction going after the vaccine is given.
- If the child is older, ask them to take deep breaths to help “blow out” the pain, imagining that the pain is leaving their mouth.
- Provide care after the shot. Calm the child with hugs, cuddles and soft whispers.
What can I expect after the vaccination?
Your child may have some minor side effects, which are normal signs that their body is building protection. These side effects may affect your child’s ability to do daily activities, but they should go away in a few days. Some people have no side effects and severe allergic reactions are rare. If your child experiences a severe allergic reaction after getting a COVID-19 vaccine, vaccine providers can rapidly provide care and call for emergency medical services, if needed.
Ask your child’s healthcare provider for advice on using a non-aspirin pain reliever and other steps you can take at home after your child gets vaccinated. In general, aspirin is not recommended for use in children and adolescents less than 18 years of age. Placing a cool, damp cloth on the injection site can help with discomfort.
Infographic Source: Centers for Disease Control
How much will it cost for my child to get the vaccine?
The US federal government provides the vaccine for free to all people over the age of 5 who live in the United States. This service is available regardless of their immigration or health insurance status.
No matter where you take your child to get the vaccine, even if it is out of your network, or if your family doesn’t have health insurance, the vaccine is available to every person at no cost.
- Be infected with the virus that causes COVID-19
- Get very sick from COVID-19
- Have both short and long-term health complications from COVID-19
- Spread COVID-19 to others
Other COVID-19 Vaccine Resources:
COVID-19 Vaccines for Children: Who, what, when, where, and why for your family (Source: Hazel Health)
COVID-19 Vaccination-What Parents Need to Know (Source: Johns Hopkins Medicine)
Ensuring Vaccine Safety for Children (Source: National Institutes for Health)
COVID-19 Vaccines Protect the Family, Too (Source: National Institutes for Health)
Click on the sections below for more information about Robla School District's COVID-19 Health & Safety Procedures
2022-23 School Year Updates
- COVID-19 Testing: We have discontinued weekly testing for the 2022-23 school year;
- Masking is optional: Effective Friday, September 23, the Guidance shifts from a strong recommendation for masking for the general population in all indoor settings at all times to the use of CDC Community Levels to help inform masking recommendations. There is no specific masking guidance for schools—they fall under guidance for the general public. Please review the Guidance for more information. We will notify families if masking guidance changes for schools.
- School vaccine mandate delayed: The COVID-19 vaccination mandate for grades 7-12 was delayed until July 2023, pending full FDA approval status. There is not a COVID-19 mandate for grades TK-6 at this time.
- Get vaccinated: Although the school vaccine mandate has been delayed, growing evidence is shows that people who are vaccinated against COVID-19 and who have received boosters are less likely to be hospitalized or develop COVID-19 complications, including long-COVID. The COVID-19 vaccine is safe and effective. Please see the Vaccination Clinic schedule above, consult with your child’s doctor to obtain resources for a vaccination or visit the SCPH website for more information on vaccinations or you can make an online appointment at http://bit.ly/SacCountyVaccine or https://myturn.ca.gov/;
- Monitor for symptoms: Although restrictions have been loosened, COVID-19 is still present. Please continue to monitor your child and other family members for COVID-19 symptoms. More information is provided below regarding symptoms and what to do if your child has symptoms.
Student with Symptoms
- Fever (100.4+) or chills
- Cough
- Shortness of breath or difficulty breathing
- Fatigue
- Muscle or body aches
- Headache
- New loss of taste or smell
- Sore throat
- Congestion or runny nose
- Nausea or vomiting
- Diarrhea
COVID-19 Illness and Exposure Guidelines
Based on the updated schools guidance from the Sacramento County Department of Public Health, the following guidelines will be used for students:
STUDENT WITH NEW SYMPTOMS OF ILLNESS
Students with symptoms of illness should stay home and test for COVID-19.
- If test is negative, may return if at least 24 hours have passed since fever and symptoms have improved significantly.
- If test is positive, stay at home for 5 days. Isolation can end after Day 5 if symptoms are not present or are resolving and a diagnostic specimen collected on or after Day 5 or later tests negative. Consistent use of a well-fitted face mask while indoors at school is strongly recommended through Day 10. If unable to test or choosing not to test, and symptoms are not present or are resolving, isolation can end 10 days after symptom onset (Day 11)
- Contact the school/school nurse for further guidance
STUDENT EXPOSED TO PERSON WITH COVID-19 IN ANY SETTING
Parents/Caregivers will be notified of any potential school exposure. The student may continue to attend school as long as they do not develop symptoms of illness. Recommend the individual test for COVID-19 5 days after the exposure. It is strongly recommended that exposed students wear a well-fitting mask indoors around others for at least 10 days following exposure.
STUDENTS WHO HAVE TESTED POSITIVE FOR COVID-19 IN THE PAST 90 DAYS Asymptomatic students that have tested positive for COVID-19 within the past 90 days are not required to quarantine or test for COVID-19 in response to a new COVID-19 exposure. However, if a child develops new symptoms after being exposed to COVID-19, they should quarantine and test (antigen/rapid test).
Obtaining a COVID‐19 Test for Students
If your child is experiencing symptoms or has been exposed, you should have your child tested for Covid‐19.There are several options to obtain a test:
- Consult with your child’s doctor to obtain a test.
- Visit the Sacramento County Department of Public Health’s website for community test locations at: http://bit.ly/SacCOVID19tests
An at Home Test Kit can be used in conjunction with submitting an Attestation Form to the school office with the final result. The Attestation Form declares that the test specimen was obtained from the student represented on the form, including the date the specimen was collected, and that the test was processed according to the instructions provided. The Attestation Form can be obtained from the school office or you can download it below.
Attestation Form
COVID-19 Testing
Studies show that regular COVID-19 testing can help reduce the spread of COVID-19. That is why we are offering weekly testing for students at our schools. We also encourage families to utilize the free COVID-19 testing services that are available in our community and through at-home tests.
Free At-Home Testing Kits: Every home in the U.S. is now eligible to order 4 free at-home, rapid COVID-19 tests. Getting tested, along with vaccinations and masking, help us reduce the chances of spreading COVID-19 and its variants. For free at-home COVID-19 tests, visit covidtests.gov. Tests are also available from your school's front office.
Free COVID-19 Testing in the Sacramento County: Sacramento County is offering free COVID testing.
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