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 April and May. No appointment is necessary.
Adults may receive either the Pfizer or Moderna vaccine while Pfizer is approved for children. Both vaccines require two shots. Individuals who are eligible for a booster shot may attend a vaccine clinic to get a booster of either Moderna or Pfizer. The CDC recommends getting the first booster shot five months after receiving your second dose of the Pfizer OR Moderna vaccine, and two months after receiving the Johnson & Johnson shot. CDC has expanded booster dose eligibility to adolescents ages 12-17 years old. Learn more about boosters, eligibility, and related FAQs on the CDC website.
Our health partner—CORE—is approved to provide vaccinations to children ages 5 and older. Note that children ages 5 to 17 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. Interpreters will be on site.
Upcoming Clinics in April and May
This opportunity is available to individuals, ages 5 and older, who are eligible for the vaccine. Clinic hours are noted below.
McClure Health Science HS
Thursday, April 14, 2022 (3-8 p.m.)
Mountain View HS
Friday, April 15, 2022 (4-8 p.m.)
Meadowcreek HS
Wednesday, April 20, 2022 (3-8 p.m.)
Thursday, May 19, 2022 (3-8 p.m.)
Parkview HS
Thursday, April 21, 2022 (3-8 p.m.)
Friday, May 20, 2022 (3-8 p.m.)
Peachtree Ridge HS
Thursday, April 28, 2022 (3-8 p.m.)
Thursday, May 26, 2022 (3-8 p.m.)
For more information on COVID vaccinations, go to the health department website or contact your healthcare provider. In addition, Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta (CHOA) is working with Viral Solutions to provide vaccinations to children ages 5–11. Online, learn more about “no appointment COVID-19 vaccinations” for children and adults, including boosters.
We all can 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, recommended mask use when levels of COVID-19 in the community are HIGH, maintaining distance when you can, staying home when ill, and washing your hands often. GCPS will continue to employ these and other established mitigation efforts, including continued use of enhanced ventilation practices, our Health Response Team process, and recommended cleaning and disinfecting practices in schools and on buses.