Case Study: Salem Public Schools achieves a 45% reduction in chronic absenteeism with Cartwheel Health Services

Salem Public Schools cuts chronic absenteeism 45% with Cartwheel Health Services

Salem Public Schools faced rising chronic absenteeism and behavioral incidents among its students, which were driven by systemic barriers to mental health care such as long waitlists and transportation challenges. To address this, the district partnered with Cartwheel Health Services to implement its telehealth services, aiming to provide students with timely and accessible support.

Cartwheel Health Services delivered a solution that provided rapid access to teletherapy, psychiatry, and family support, integrated directly with the school's teams. The results were significant, including a 45% reduction in chronically absent students, a 50% drop in the unexcused absence rate, and 64% of students with prior suspensions having none after receiving care. This partnership delivered measurable improvements in attendance, behavior, and overall school climate.

Salem Public Schools