CASE STUDY
1,800+ speech-language sessions delivered remotely in a rural district
June 25, 2026
Speech-language services
CASE STUDY
When the sudden departure of onsite SLPs created hard-to-fill vacancies in 2013, Lebanon Community School District (LCSD) turned to Presence. Since then, the partnership has expanded speech-language assessments and therapy with multiple remote SLPs who keep student services moving forward.
Services delivered
When multiple staffing transitions created unexpected service gaps, Lebanon Community School District needed a sustainable way to maintain high-quality services and avoid a backlog of missed sessions.
Presence introduced a unique approach, dedicating two SLPs entirely to therapy while utilizing a third remote SLP specifically for speech evaluations. By expanding capacity through teletherapy and remote evaluations, onsite providers could spend more time focused on direct services and supporting student growth.
Even as staffing needs changed, students continued receiving critical speech-language support. In close collaboration with Presence, LCSD maintained service delivery, completed timely evaluations, and helped ensure students could continue progressing toward their goals.
*Data reflects results from the 2025–26 school year.
THE ROAD TO SUCCESS
Kari Wood, LCSD’s Special Education Support Specialist, helped build a collaborative partnership rooted in trust, communication, and a shared commitment to student success. This strong partnership helped ensure students continued receiving consistent, individualized support tailored to their unique needs throughout the school year.
LOOKING AHEAD
As staffing needs shift, LCSD is expanding its capacity through a mix of remote therapy, evaluations, and consultation services. This approach helps more students access speech-language support while giving the district the flexibility to plan with confidence.
Lebanon Community School District is redefining what’s possible for rural districts. By pairing student-centered planning with teletherapy, they’re expanding access to specialized support for more learners.
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