2024 Yes https://doi.org/10.1016/j.epidem.2024.100762 Pasco, Remy North America Modeling Students Staff Elementary (K-5) Middle/Jr High (6-8) High School (9-12) Viruses Absenteeism COVID rates COVID-19 Public health response Epidemiological modeling Asymptomatic screening Vaccintation School absence Using an agent-based model, this study simulated COVID-19 spread in U.S. schools. Combined strategies including screening, masking, and vaccination averted over 80% of infections, offering important guidance for future school-based public health responses.