This is an important message for rising seniors. Before your child can enter the 12th grade next year, he or she is required to get updated Tdap and MCV vaccines. Tdap protects against tetanus, diphtheria, and whooping cough. The MCV vaccine protects against meningococcal bacteria. It is state law for all rising 12th graders to have the vaccines at the start of the school year, so please take time now to schedule an appointment with your health care provider.