Granite City Community Unit School District 9 issued the following announcement on May 19.
Granite City High School will host a free school-based COVID-19 vaccination clinic on Monday, May 24, in the GCHS cafeteria. Vaccinations are open for ages 12 and older.
WHEN
• Monday, May 24 - 3:30-7:30 p.m.
WHERE
• Granite City High School Cafeteria, 3148 Fehling Rd. (Next to Kevin Greene Football Field)
INFORMATION
• Pfizer vaccine will be given
• Appointments preferred, walk-ins welcome
• Bring photo ID
• Vaccine is free
• Masks are REQUIRED
• Parent/guardian must accompany minors 12-17 years old
• June 14 - Second dose - at same location
Schedule your appointment at https://events.juvare.com/IL-IDPH/pubbc/ or call (618) 692-8954, ext. 2.
WHERE CAN I LEARN MORE ABOUT THE COVID-19 VACCINE?
• The Science Behind COVID-19: Parent FAQs (American Academy of Pediatrics)
• Key Things to Know About COVID-19 Vaccines (Center for Disease Control)
• Illinois’ Coronavirus website, which includes a comprehensive list of state vaccine locations.
Source: Granite City Community Unit School District 9