Case Studies

Ridership Utilization Eliminates 4 Routes Saving Nearly $1M Over 5 Years

Premier Wireless — Fri, 01 May 2026 10:18:30 GMT

In 2022, Somerset ISD‘s Transportation Director, Michael Balderrama, contacted Premier Wireless along with UniteGPS to assist with an in-depth route consolidation project. The rural school district already had a subscription to Premier’s Crosswalk K-12; to take advantage of the technology, Balderrama used the software to its maximum potential by deliberately applying ridership utilization data to restructure routes.

Empowering Refugee Families with CPR³ & Enhancing Services

Premier Wireless — Fri, 01 May 2026 10:08:09 GMT

In 2022, the International Institute of St. Louis (IISTL) received 600 Afghan refugees, one of the largest influxes of refugees in the Institute’s more than 100-year history. Historically, IISTL purchased a relatively inexpensive phone with a couple months’ worth of minutes and data for each refugee to remain in contact with the Institute; however, this proved to be insufficient and largely ineffective for the Afghan refugees. Once their minutes ran out, refugees struggled to pay for additional minutes or to follow the directions (in English, a language they are learning but often not proficient in) to load more minutes onto their phones’ SIM cards. “The crisis we were facing was that we had too many people come, in too short a time, and we struggled to keep in touch with everybody,” explained Arrey Obenson, President & CEO of IISTL.

Denver Public Schools improves attendance, academic performance and behavioral issues.

Premier Wireless — Fri, 01 May 2026 10:04:09 GMT

McKinney Vento (MV) students often lack secure housing and other essential resources including food, healthcare, internet access and communication. As a result, absenteeism is often high and academic performance is often low.

A Kansas School District Uses Mobile Technology to Stay Connected to Students, Keeping them Safe and in School.

Premier Wireless — Fri, 01 May 2026 09:59:45 GMT

Recognizing that communication was the key to tackle these challenges, the district decided to provide students and parents a means to access the necessary resources through a mobile device. The goal was to strengthen the school community's bonds by facilitating better communication between staff, students, and parents.

Enhanced Safety, Streamlined Communication, & Operational Excellence with Advanced Student Tracking and GPS Solution

Premier Wireless — Fri, 01 May 2026 09:55:52 GMT

Benton Community School District in Iowa faced challenges in knowing the exact location of any specific bus and exactly which students were riding the bus at any given time. The situation reached a crisis point following a severe bus accident. The accident revealed significant gaps in the district’s ability to identify and communicate with law enforcement and parents quickly and accurately. This lack of clarity made responding more difficult and complicated the insurance claim process as well.

CPR³ Program Empowers Justice-Involved Teens & Young Adults

Premier Wireless — Fri, 01 May 2026 09:51:33 GMT

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CPR³ Provides Healthcare Continuity in Reentry

Premier Wireless — Fri, 01 May 2026 09:46:33 GMT

NYC Health + Hospitals/Correctional Health Services (CHS) is responsible for providing healthcare to all individuals incarcerated in the NYC jail system. This includes providing reentry support to facilitate continuity of care and a successful transition back to the community. Through the generous support of T-Mobile and Premier Wireless, CHS has been able to provide hundreds of people leaving custody with a free smartphone with a twelve-month service plan. We believe it is the first public-private initiative to distribute free cell phones with prepaid service among people just released from jail at a sizeable scale, and it has the potential to mitigate the deleterious impact
of incarceration on health outcomes.

Revolutionizing Mercedes ISD’s Transportation with Premier’s ConnectED Bus Solution

Premier Wireless — Fri, 01 May 2026 09:41:53 GMT

During long commutes to and from school or sporting events or while on field trips, Mercedes School District could not pinpoint the exact location of their buses. This became an issue after a major accident involving one of their buses; no one could provide the precise location to police or emergency personnel. The delayed response increased the safety risk for the students and created extreme worry among school staff and teachers. The Rio Grande Valley of Texas district needed a way to keep track of their buses and improve communication.

Connecting Students on the Go: Sidney City Schools Provides Students with Improved Digital Access and Increased Safety on Their School Buses

Premier Wireless — Fri, 01 May 2026 09:31:58 GMT

Sidney City Schools identified the need for improved internet access for students, particularly those who spend significant time commuting on school buses. The district recognized that without reliable Wi-Fi, students missed out on valuable opportunities to engage in online learning and efficiently complete their schoolwork. Additionally, enhancing bus safety was a critical priority.

Transforming Wi-Fi Challenges into Solutions for Waco ISD

Premier Wireless — Fri, 01 May 2026 09:02:38 GMT

Waco Independent School District (Waco ISD) faced a significant challenge in providing reliable and cost-effective Wi-Fi for their off-site Professional
Development (PD) days. These sessions required high-speed internet to access digital resources, participate in virtual collaborations, and utilize
cloud-based tools. However, the hotel’s quote for internet access was prohibitively expensive, making it financially unfeasible for the district.

Beyond immediate financial concerns, Waco ISD needed a sustainable, long-term solution. The professional development courses were crucial for teacher training and growth, and any interruption in connectivity could severely impact their effectiveness. The district sought a cost-effective, robust, portable, and versatile solution to various needs.