NOLA-PS to Host Virtual Town Hall on COVID-19 Vaccines for Children Ages 5-11

Families can learn more about the vaccine and ask questions as NOLA-PS gears up to provide access to this age group.

What:

In anticipation of the FDA extending emergency use authorization for Pfizer's COVID-19 vaccine for 5-11 year olds, NOLA Public Schools (NOLA-PS) and the City of New Orleans Health Department will host a town meeting with health care professionals. The virtual meeting is designed to provide information to families about the vaccine, answer parents' questions, and detail how vaccine events for this age group will be rolled out by NOLA-PS.

When:

Wednesday, November 3 • 6:00 PM

Where:

Link to join Live Webinar - https://us06web.zoom.us/j/84137441299

Who:

Dr. Jennifer Avegno – City of New Orleans Health Director

Tiffany Delcour - NOLA-PS Chief Operations Officer

Dr. Leron Finger – Chief Quality Officer at Children's Hospital New Orleans

Dr. Ryan Pasternak – NOLA-PS Medical Advisor

Dr. Ben Springgate – NOLA-PS Medical Advisor

Why:

The health of NOLA Public Schools' students, teachers, and staff remains our top priority. Vaccinations are integral to preserve in-person learning for our students and educators. Per the CDC, the COVID-19 vaccine prevents severe illness and helps control the spread of COVID-19.

NOLA-PS is sensitive to parents' concerns and questions about their little ones getting the vaccine and wants to help allay any uneasiness they may be feeling. Vaccination is proven to be the best defense against the pandemic, and we encourage everyone in our school community to get the shot.

Please join us as we detail how we will provide access to the vaccine to our youngest students.

Parents can submit questions in advance of the town hall, via: VaccineUpdates@nolapublicschools.com

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About NOLA Public Schools: NOLA Public Schools is the public school district for Orleans Parish. It includes the district's administration and elected school board, known as the Orleans Parish School Board. NOLA Public Schools currently oversees 76 public schools and is led by Superintendent Dr. Henderson Lewis, Jr.

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