November 3, 2021
Dear Parent or Guardian:
With the authorization of the Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine for children 5-11 years old this week, vaccinating our children is the next step we can take in helping to end the pandemic. We are pleased to offer a school-based vaccine clinic in collaboration with Mid Coast Hospital. Mid Coast Hospital is also offering a community-based children’s vaccination clinic November 8 – 17 at Coffin School in Brunswick. The most convenient way to get your child vaccinated is at one of these clinics.
Local COVID-19 children’s vaccination clinics:
| Date | Location | Time |
| November 8 – 17, 2021 | Coffin School, 20 Barrows St Brunswick | By appointment only |
| November 18, 2021 | West Bath School, West Bath | 9-11 am |
How to sign up your child for a COVID-19 vaccine:
- To sign your child up for the clinic at West Bath School, please complete the Registration, Consent, and CDC pre-vaccination checklist form. Forms and return to school by November 15, 2021. The Consent Form must be signed by a parent or guardian. Please skip question 1 on the CDC Pre Vaccination Checklist regarding how your child feels, if your child is feeling unwell, please keep them home.
- To sign your child up for the Mid Coast Hospital clinic at Coffin School, please visit www.midcoasthealth.com/vaccine to make an appointment.
We understand that everyone’s path to health is different. Below are some important things to consider when making a decision about COVID-19 vaccination for your child.
- The vaccine was authorized after studies showed it is safe and effective.
- COVID-19 virus variants are causing widespread infections among young people in Maine. The Pfizer vaccine is effective against the variants.
- The vaccine will help prevent your child from transmitting the virus to others.
- Getting your child vaccinated before the holiday season will help protect your child, as well as friends and family, from COVID-19 infection.
The FDA & CDC will provide more information about COVID-19 vaccination for children age 5-11 years old very shortly. To learn more right now:
- Visit this trusted resource to read frequently asked questions about vaccinating children age 5-11: https://kidshealth.org/en/parents/covid-vaccines.html
If you have questions about the Pfizer COVID-19 as it relates to your child’s health, please contact your child’s primary care physician, or reach out to our school nurses.
Thank you!
Sincerely,
Emily Thompson, Principal
Jennifer Mitchell, BSN
Stacey Samuelson, BSRN