from CCS facebook:
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As we continue with efforts to stem the transmission of
#COVID-19 in our community, keeping our students and children safe remains a key priority.
We are embarking on a vaccination programme for our schools and Institutes of Higher Learning, as part of national efforts to strengthen our community’s resilience against COVID-19. Getting vaccinated will protect our students and their families, and give them greater peace of mind.
To guide our students and their parents on the upcoming vaccination programme, here is a summary of the key details:
*When will vaccination start?*
Vaccination bookings for our students will start tomorrow 1 Jun, with slots available from 3 Jun onwards in the community vaccination centres. We have set aside as many slots as possible, to vaccinate as many eligible students as possible, and as soon as possible in the months of June and July.
*Who will get the vaccination first?*
We will start with the graduating cohorts taking N-, O- and A-levels to allow them ample flexibility in scheduling their second vaccination appointment before their exams. Invitations will be progressively sent to all other eligible students in the coming days.
*How will students be notified?*
Students above 18 will receive the SMSes directly and those under 18 will receive this through their parents/guardians. Students above 18 can have their vaccination done at any of the vaccination centres. Students below 18 will be able to book their vaccination slots in the centres offering the Pfizer vaccine. After you receive the SMS invitation, please choose a centre that is convenient for you.
*Where will vaccinations be offered?*
Vaccinations will be made easily accessible for students at community vaccination centres from 3 Jun. There will be 4 dedicated vaccination centres for students from 7 June, of which 3 will be at ITE College campuses and one at Raffles City Convention Centre.
If you are deciding whether to have your child vaccinated, it is important to bear in mind that vaccination can help reduce the severity of the effects of the virus, even if one gets infected.
Let’s all do our part and keep our families and community safe. CCS