As our city and country continue to take steps toward bringing an end to the COVID-19 pandemic, the role of vaccines is crucial to protecting our communities. With the significant protection that COVID-19 vaccines offer to individuals, we wanted to outline a few resources available to assist our families in accessing and understanding COVID-19 vaccines to make an informed decision for their household.
Walk-up Vaccination Sites in Washington, DC
The Centers for Disease Control (CDC ) recommends COVID-19 vaccination for everyone 12 years of age and older to help protect against COVID-19. Below is a list of walk-up vaccination sites around Washington, DC. The walk-up sites below are in addition to the pharmacies, clinics, and health care providers that are also administering the vaccines citywide. Below you will also find details on incentives available at three DCPS vaccination sites to DC youth who receive the COVID-19 vaccine. Residents who are unable to leave their homes to get vaccinated can call 1-855-363-0333 to make an appointment for a free at-home vaccination. Learn more or contact vaccinatedc@dc.gov. with questions or for more information.
| Walk-Up Site | Address | Normal Days / Hours | Vaccine |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ida B Wells Middle School (Safeway) | 405 Sheridan Street, NW |
Wednesday – Saturday, 9 am-1 pm, 2 pm-7 pm
Last day: August 21, 2021 |
Pfizer (Ages 12+) |
| Anacostia High School (Safeway) * $51 gift card & giveaway site | 1601 16th Street, SE |
Tuesday-Thursday: 11 am-7pm
Saturday: 12pm-5pm Last day: August 21, 2021
|
Pfizer (Ages 12+) |
| Dorothy Height/Benning Library *$51 gift card & giveaway site | 3935 Benning Road, NE | Tuesday and Wednesday: 10 am – 6 pm Thursday: 12 pm – 6 pm Saturday: 12 pm – 5 pmLast day: August 21, 2021 |
Pfizer (Ages 12+) Johnson & Johnson (Ages 18+) |
KIPP Conversations
We are committed to supporting our community in acquiring as much information as possible on COVID-19 and vaccinations. During the 2020-21 school year, we hosted two community town halls where we brought together trusted medical experts, students, staff, and family members to learn more about COVID-19, the medical science behind vaccines, and more. Revisit these important conversations below.
KIPP Conversations: Expert Information & Discussion on COVID-19 Vaccination
KIPP Conversations: Expert Information & Discussion on Childhood COVID-19 Vaccination
Informational Resources
Vaccination against COVID-19 is one of the most important tools we have to protect our community and help bring an end to the pandemic. We also know that there are many questions surrounding COVID-19 vaccinations, so we are here to support you. Check out a few helpful resources below.
