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Washington Schools and Vaccine Rules | Seattle News
Washington state’s school vaccination rules are shifting—while the CDC updated its guidelines in January, leaving some vaccines optional for low-risk kids, Washington, California, and Oregon are rolling out their own plan based on the AAP’s 2026 schedule. But don’t panic: state law still requires core vaccines for all kids attending public or remote schools, with over 86% of kindergarteners already compliant. Free vaccines are available for those 18 and under, and exemptions are only allowed for medical or religious reasons. If your child’s shots expire during the year, they can stay enrolled…
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