Homeschooling in Arkansas: Complete Guide to Legal Requirements and Getting Started
Arkansas homeschooling laws guide – what to know Homeschooling in Arkansas offers families the freedom to take control of their children’s education while following clear state guidelines. Arkansas law allows parents to homeschool their children from age five through seventeen, with straightforward requirements that make it accessible for most families. The state provides flexibility in […]
Homeschooling in Arkansas Post-Pandemic: Trends and Helpful Tips for 2025
Tips for Arkansas homeschooling Homeschooling in Arkansas has changed a lot since the pandemic, and many of us are seeing new trends in 2025. More families with young children are choosing to homeschool, and the support options for parents keep growing. Today, homeschooling remains a strong choice for Arkansas families who want flexibility and a […]
Building a Sustainable SpEd Team: Staffing for the Long Term
It’s August, and you’re thinking about sustainable special education staffing. But, by October, two positions are already vacant, and another therapist is showing signs of burnout. She calls in sick after Labor Day — and by Wednesday, five parents are calling to ask why their children didn’t receive speech this week. You’re in constant reactive […]
The Rural & Small-School Gap in Therapy Services
Smart therapy solutions for rural schools can make all the difference. In many rural districts, the numbers don’t add up. There may be enough students to justify a full-time SLP, but only a handful need occupational therapy. Maybe one student needs physical therapy, another requires vision services, but there isn’t a TVI within 50 miles. […]
Meeting Specialized Student Needs
Specialized school therapy services — from bilingual therapists to AAC-trained providers — are essential for equity, but often out of reach without support. The Importance of Specialized School Therapy Services A parent asks if their child can work with a bilingual therapist. Another student needs an AAC device — and trained support to actually use […]
The Vacation Problem: Why Schools Need Backup Providers
Backup Providers for Schools Are Essential It’s April, and your school counselor hesitates before requesting time off. Her daughter is getting married out of state, but she feels guilty for even asking. She knows the work will still be waiting when she returns — doubled. State testing looms, IEP meetings don’t pause, evaluations pile up, […]
Caseload Overload: Protecting Staff from Burnout
What Causes Caseload Burnout in Schools? Staff burnout is pushing special ed providers past their limits — but districts can intervene with strategic support that protects staff and students alike.” It’s Tuesday afternoon, and your Occupational Therapist is still at her desk long after the last student has gone home. She’s spent the week squeezing […]
The Hidden Cost of Provider Shortages
Special Ed Shortages are Costly Special education provider shortages are creating compliance risks, burnout, and mounting caseloads, but flexible staffing can offer immediate relief. It’s Monday morning, and your one Speech-Language Pathologist is already double-booked. An evaluation is overdue, three IEP meetings are on the calendar, another student has moved in with an expired IEP, […]
SoundEd Spotlight: Meet Kristi Rhoades
At SoundEd Therapy, we’re proud to work alongside passionate, mission-driven professionals who make a lasting impact on the students and families they serve. This month, we’re honored to spotlight Kristi Rhoades, a dedicated speech-language pathologist who has been with us for over five years — bringing heart, experience, and a deep commitment to connection in […]
How Teletherapy Enables Access to Special Education Services
Teletherapy for Special Education Services Teletherapy is changing how students with special needs get help at school. It lets kids talk to therapists and specialists online from anywhere. This means more students can get the support they need, even if they live far from big cities. You can now access special education services through video […]