Alachua County High Schools Now Offering COVID-19 Vaccines To Students 16 And Older
By Erica Shebovsky
April 23, 2021
The Florida Department of Health in Alachua County on Thursday held its first vaccine clinics at Buchholz High School and Gainesville High School.
In order for students to receive their first dose of the Pfizer vaccine, they are required to get their parents’ permission.
Buchholz Principal Kevin Purvis said he immediately knew that offering the vaccine during the regular school day was the right thing to do.
“We wanted to bring this opportunity to the school because if we can get more students vaccinated, it will help our community. Just being able to assist our students and families to help them feel good is a big plus for Buchholz,” Purvis said.