Table 4.

Preliminary Outcomes of Step-Up

Of the 45 students initially enrolled, only 4 students dropped out of services prematurely

(<10% drop off vs. 50–90% drop out in traditional services) After 4 months of service, 22 students and their service providers agreed that academic and mental health issues had improved sufficiently to end involvement

Approximately 50% agreed success vs. rare event in services as usual Of the 19 students remaining, an additional 8 students continued involvement in Step-Up for two additional months with a successful termination

Two thirds reached, served, and successfully completed care 11 students continue in Step-Up currently