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AB354 Requires Tdap Shot for 7th Graders
For the 2012-2013 school year, and all future school years, all students entering, advancing or transferring into 7th grade will need proof of an adolescent whooping cough booster immunization (called 鈥淭dap鈥�) for school in the fall. This requirement applies to all public and private schools. The new requirement was signed into law in 2010.
7th Grade Tdap Requirement
All students entering 7th grade will need proof against whooping cough (Tdap) before they can start school. Students who have not met the requirement will not be able to go to school.
Physical Fitness Testing (PFT)
The physical fitness test (PFT) for students in California schools is the . The main goal of the test is to help students in starting life-long habits of regular physical activity.
All students in grades third 鈥� ninth and tenth - twelfth (in PE courses) take the fitness test. The test has six parts that show a level of fitness that offer a degree of defense against diseases that come from inactivity. The test results can be used by students, teachers, and parents
PFT Videos
Online modules are available to guide PFT Coordinators through the data submission and correction processes. In addition, free administration videos and training are available to assist PFT Coordinators in preparing staff for the PFT.