Case Study: Beaufort County Schools achieves 14% fewer referrals and 6% fewer absences with CharacterStrong

Beaufort County Schools cuts referrals 14% and absences 6% with CharacterStrong

Beaufort County Schools faced rising student mental health needs and office discipline referrals, viewing these behavioral issues as a pro-social skill deficit rather than a character flaw. The district partnered with CharacterStrong to implement its evidence-based, multi-tiered behavior and life skills solution as a coherent K–8 system aligned with their MTSS framework.

CharacterStrong's solution was integrated into the school schedule through various models, such as a dedicated "Encore" class and hybrid counselor-teacher delivery. This structured implementation led to measurable results for Beaufort County Schools, including a 14% decrease in total office discipline referrals and a 6% decrease in student absences year over year.

Beaufort County Schools