At Atrium Health, delivering high-quality care means reaching beyond traditional settings to support children and families where they live and learn—including in the classroom. Through its School-Based Virtual Care and School-Based Therapy programs, Atrium Health is increasing access to essential medical and mental health services directly in North Carolina schools. This approach ensures students and staff can receive timely care with minimal disruption to their learning. With the support of Atrium Health Foundation’s generous corporate partners, these initiatives are reaching more communities and making a meaningful difference in the lives of thousands of students.
CVS Health Expands School-Based Virtual Care
With a generous $180,000 grant from CVS Health, Atrium Health Levine Children’s School-Based Virtual Care is expanding its reach in Rutherford County. Funding will allow the program, which already supports elementary and high schools in the area, to serve all three of the county’s middle schools.
This expansion ensures that students and staff have access to virtual medical care—including diagnoses, treatments, and prescriptions—without leaving their school. Through secure video technology, physicians can assess and treat students remotely, providing a convenient and effective solution for busy families. Parents can also participate in these visits either in-person or virtually, making health care more accessible without disrupting their work schedules.
With over 7,000 students across Rutherford County Schools, the program is expected to complete more than 1,300 virtual visits annually. By addressing both acute and chronic health conditions, the initiative helps keep students healthy and engaged in their education, ultimately supporting their academic success.
EPIC Launches School-Based Therapy in Two Rural Counties
Atrium Health’s School-Based Therapy program received a $100,000 grant from EPIC Systems to introduce teletherapy services in Montgomery County Schools and Asheboro City Schools.
This initiative, led by Atrium Health Behavioral Health Services in collaboration with Atrium Health Levine Children’s School-Based Virtual Care, will provide critical mental health support to over 8,000 middle and high school students. With limited access to in-person mental health resources in these rural counties, teletherapy offers a vital alternative, ensuring students can receive the care they need in a timely and convenient manner.
EPIC’s funding will cover essential start-up costs, meeting the increasing demand for mental health support in these communities and ensuring students have access to the help they need to thrive.
Ernst & Young Increases Access to Teletherapy
Further strengthening its commitment to student well-being, Ernst & Young has pledged $100,000 to enhance mental health services in rural areas. This generous support will be instrumental in launching teletherapy programs in middle and high schools. The funding will also help offset the cost of therapy sessions for uninsured and underinsured children. By expanding access to care, Ernst & Young is playing a vital role in promoting emotional well-being and academic success for students across the state.