Media Coverage
AQHA - Jun 10, 2025
From Sheriff’s Posse to Service
Big Money Duke has spent his entire life serving others. “Blaze” was the 2024 reserve AQHA-PATH Intl. Equine-Assisted Services Horse of the Year, determined through a selection process by AQHA and PATH Intl. This award highlights the horses who, no matter their background, have found their forever home in the world of equine-assisted services. Blaze’s center, The Arc Caddo-Bossier’s GREAT program, received $5,000, a trophy and banner for this recognition and was recognized at the 2025 AQHA Convention in late March.
ArkLaMiss- Jun 5, 2025
Louisiana Living: Rotary Club of Monroe
Red River Radio - Apr 23, 2025
The Arc Caddo-Bossier’s Goldman School and Child Development Center
This episode features the work of the Arc Caddo-Bossier’s Goldman School and Child Development Center, which has served children and families in the Shreveport-Bossier area since 1962. The Goldman School and Child Development Center offers an inclusive educational experience where children with and without disabilities learn and develop together.
KTAL- Dec 20, 2024
The Arc Caddo-Bossier hosts Winter Gala for individuals with disabilities
The ARC Caddo-Bossier put on a special celebration Thursday night at First Methodist Church on Common Street. Everyone was dressed to the nines for the ARC’s Winter Gala.
KSLA - Dec 19, 2024
Arc Caddo-Bossier, SPAR host 2024 Winter Wonderland Christmas Gala
The Arc Caddo-Bossier and SPAR hosted the 2024 Winter Wonderland Christmas Gala on Thursday, Dec. 19. This special evening of celebration and joy is designed for individuals with disabilities.
KSLA - Aug 26, 2024
ArkLaTex Today Extra: Arc of Caddo-Bossier
The Arc Caddo-Bossier aims to help connect families to resources for those with disabilities. KSLA talks with Executive Director Kristen Powers.
KTAL - Apr 21, 2024
The Arc Caddo-Bossier Celebrates 70th anniversary
The Arc Caddo-Bossier celebrated their 70th anniversary of building unlimited opportunities for people with disabilities. The event was held at the Riverview Hall and provided family-friendly entertainment with live music by local band Airheart, a petting zoo courtesy of Grice and Grace Farms of Louisiana, inflatables, activities, and food.
KSLA - March 8, 2024
Arc Caddo-Bossier leader retires after nearly 30 years
On Saturday, March 8, the Arc Caddo-Bossier held a retirement party for one of their longtime leaders. Cheryl Taylor has worked with the nonprofit for 27 years, filling multiple roles. She was most recently the director of development and planning.
Shreveport Times - Feb 13, 2024
Goldman School is now open at the Highland Center. Take a look
In April 2023, Goldman School announced that it would be partnering with the Highland Center to expand the Goldman School and Child Development Center.
10 months later on sunny winter day the Goldman School held a ribbon cutting in front of the newly renovated school..
TheForumNews- Oct 17, 2023
Cool It, Cowboy - Wine Dine Equine returns
The Arc Caddo-Bossier will hold its Wine, Dine and Equine fundraiser this year on Friday, Oct. 27, at Red River Brew Pub at the Garage from 6-10 p.m.
According to The Arc’s representative, Alex Wallace, this year’s event is called “Cool It, Cowboy,” and will offer food, drink, music, and live and silent auctions. She said tickets and even sponsorships were still available to help with The Arc’s programs.
KSLA - Apr 28, 2023
Success story for Arc Caddo-Bossier
Spencer Bostwick, 35, is autistic. He's managed to earn his master's degree, and now he's one semester away from obtaining his PhD.
Shreveport Times - Apr 18, 2023
Goldman School expanding into The Highland Center, expect to reduce childcare waiting list
The Highland Center is getting a school. On Tuesday, April 18, the Arc Caddo-Bossier announced that it would be partnering with the Highland Center to expand the Goldman School and Child Development Center.
The Goldman School is a Type III, Licensed, Four-Star quality rated child development center for children ages 8 weeks to 5 years old. This school provides inclusive learning for children with and without disabilities in both private and childcare assistance pay.
KSLA - Mar 8, 2023
Go For the Gold takes steps to support inclusive childcare, early education
A 5k and Fun Run is being held to benefit Goldman School and Child Development Center. On March 11, starting at 8 a.m. at A.C. Steere Park, 4009 Youree Drive, The Arc Caddo Bossier’s Go For the Gold 5k and Fun Run will be held to benefit its Goldman School and Child Development Center.
Shreveport Times - Feb 3, 2023
Awards and honors won around Shreveport and Bossier City this week
LaShanda Davis, Director of Children’s Services for The Arc Caddo-Bossier – Top Professional Honoree, Arc of Louisiana’s Annual Awards
Shreveport Times - Oct 12, 2022
Remembering Father Paul: renowned Shreveport faith leader dead at 87
A Holy Cross legend passed into his heavenly life Sunday morning. On Oct. 9, Fr. Kenneth Wayne Paul, commonly known as Father Paul, left his life here on Earth after serving the Shreveport-Bossier area for nearly 40 years.
"It is impossible to state the impact his near 40-year tenure as rector has had on our church, our community and our city," said the Rev. Garrett Boyte on Facebook.
KTBS - Sept 23, 2022
The Arc Caddo-Bossier’s GREAT Program to host the GREAT 5K & Paddlefest Fundraiser at Fox Creek Farms
The Arc Caddo-Bossier’s GREAT Program to host the GREAT 5K & Paddlefest Fundraiser at Fox Creek Farms. It's happening Saturday at 8 a.m. at Fox Creek Farms on 11958 Ellerbe Rd. The purpose is to raise funds for The Arc Caddo-Bossier’s GREAT Program (Great Results Equine Assisted Therapies). GREAT provides equine assisted services to adults and children with disabilities via group and private lessons and equine assisted learning. We also offer inclusive summer camps for children with and without disabilities.
Shreveport Times - Nov 14, 2016
Volunteer of the Year: Diagnosis led to enduring passion
Debbie Banks’ life changed completely when her newborn stopped breathing at two days old. Her son was diagnosed with cerebral palsy, and Banks soon became deeply involved with The Arc Caddo-Bossier, a non-profit agency that provides support and services for those with developmental disabilities and their families.
More than 40 years later, Banks will be honored as Volunteer of the Year by the Governor’s Office of Disability Affairs for her breadth of work with The Arc.
Shreveport Times - Aug 21, 2014
Arc sets free concert
Pianist Tony DeBlois will help the Arc Caddo-Bossier celebrate its 60th birthday with a free community concert Friday.
DeBlois, who is blind and autistic, was the subject of the 1997 CBS TV movie “Journey of the Heart”. Despite his challenges, he graduated magna cum laude from the Berklee College of Music. He performs internationally.