Janice Knopp
educator
“No, because I don’t think it’s fair to the people that are exposed to diseases or illnesses that could otherwise have been prevented.”
Bridget Bogust
teacher
“Yes, only if their child has a health condition that presents a significant fact-based danger.”
Kyla McIlwee
health educator
“Yes, but it should be done with education. The parents should be able to take alternate routes, but we need to be mindful. Parents should absolutely be able opt out for their kids.”
Mariah Ray
nutritionist
“Yes, I absolutely believe parents should be able to opt out. All kids should have access to education, especially when vaccinations are required. Parents should also have the right to choose which vaccines their kids get.”
This article appears in Jun 4-11, 2015.