For Schools and Districts
Support for school systems navigating staffing needs, evaluations, and evolving demands
delivered with clarity, reliability, and deep expertise in school-based expectations.
Why Schools Partner with Speech Matters
Pennsylvania schools and districts partner with Speech Matters for a range of reasons. In some cases, the need is immediate and logistical. In others, schools are seeking targeted expertise or additional capacity to support students effectively. Common reasons schools reach out include:
Staffing gaps due to vacancies, leaves, or transitions
Increased demand for evaluations or services
Independent Educational Evaluations (IEEs)
Supplemental or short-term speech and language support
Collaboration with existing special education teams
Our goal is to provide dependable, responsive support that integrates smoothly into existing school systems.
How We Support Schools and Districts
Speech and Language Services
Targeted speech and language services designed to complement and support school-based programming.
Speech Matters works with early childhood and school-age students, providing services that address a range of communication needs, including expressive and receptive language, articulation, phonological processing, social communication, and pragmatic language skills.
Services are delivered in collaboration with school teams and aligned with IEP goals, timelines, and educational priorities. Our approach is structured, goal-driven, and focused on practical progress within the school environment.
Evaluations
Comprehensive evaluations designed to clarify needs and support educational decision-making
Evaluations may be requested by schools or districts directly and are conducted by licensed speech-language pathologists with experience in school-based evaluation processes using a combination of standardized assessments, clinical observation, and contextual input from educators and families. Evaluations can support:
Initial identification of speech or language needs
Review of progress or changing concerns
Independent Educational Evaluations (IEEs)
School-based planning and collaboration
Each evaluation results in a clear, written report with practical, educationally relevant recommendations.
Supplemental and Short-Term Support
Flexible support options to address specific needs, staffing gaps, or periods of increased demand.
Some schools benefit from targeted services that supplement existing programming or provide short-term coverage. These offerings may include:
Supplemental speech and language services
Short-term or intensive programs targeting specific skill areas
Social communication and pragmatic language groups
AAC proficiency groups and device-based communication support
Targeted support during periods of staffing shortage or increased enrollment
These services are designed to integrate into existing frameworks while minimizing disruption to school routines.
What Schools Can Expect
Clear communication and defined scope of services
Collaboration with special education teams and related service providers
Alignment with school-based expectations, timelines, and documentation requirements
Consistent, dependable clinical support
Services designed to integrate smoothly into established educational systems
Let’s Talk About What’s Needed
Reach our to discuss school-based services, evaluations, or short-term support needs and determine the right next step.