Supporting student well-being in Renton, Washington.
Screening | Brief Intervention | Referral to Treatment
In Q4 2025, we rolled out new Hub Housing Services—eviction prevention and rapid re-housing—to all 26 district schools, ensuring every student has access to critical stability supports. Since launching in January 2024, the Hub has screened hundreds of students, with nearly half requiring follow-up. Of those seeking additional care, 91% were successfully matched with a provider.
Here’s a quick recap of Q3 2025:
“Student Health Hub” launched in all 26 schools
949 students screened
for social emotional needs and substance abuse issues using the “Check Yourself” online tool developed by Seattle Children’s Hospital.
47% of students screened required brief intervention
28% yellow flags (brief intervention),
20% red flags (immediate brief intervention)
Referral to BEHAVIORAL HEALTH AND HOUSING SERVICES
students referred to care
after meeting with the school staff.
matched
with a behavioral health or housing service provider if referred to care
days average turnaround
time from referral submission to match.
closed loop rate
Students needing a referral matched with a hub provider.
96
students enrolled in care.
56
students not enrolled in care.
45
students with pending enrollment status.
14
students with unknown enrollment status.
46%
successful connection rate
Top 5 Reasons for Referral
#1
Anxiety/ excessive worry
#2
Emotional regulation
#3
Depression
#4
Academic Concerns
#5
Self-Esteem
Number of referrals by partner organization
Demographics of student referrals
Student Grade
Student Preferred Language
Student Race/Ethnicity
Student Gender*
* Behavioral health data only. Housing-related services are not included in these fields.
“Renton’s Student Health Hub, along with the newer Housing Referral options, have helped streamline and expedite pathways to support students and families. The systems now in place have significantly reduced the time required to make referrals and do the initial outreach to families.”
Our priorities for Q1 2026:
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Pilot new Housing Services to support students and families
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Implement grant-funded projects with technical assistance and oversight
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Complete independent evaluation of the Student Health Hub
The Student Health Hub is a service of Health Commons Project (HCP).
