EARLY CHILDHOOD INTERVENTION
Since July 1, 2024, the Kittery School District, in partnership with the Maine Department of Education, has been committed to supporting children ages 3-5 by enhancing educational opportunities, accommodations, and services for children with special needs and their families.
The Kittery School District Early Childhood Intervention Team will provide a continuum of support to ensure that a full range of program options is available. We recognize that all children have unique needs, and we are dedicated to offering evaluations and programming tailored to those needs.
This multidisciplinary team collaborates closely with families and local agencies—including preschool teachers, primary care providers, and community service providers—to create environments and programs that foster student success.
We continuously seek community feedback to improve services for families. Our goal is to inspire excellence in early childhood education. A strong early education experience for all children leads to success in school through graduation and benefits children and families now and well into the future.
Our Services Include:
Classroom observations and consultation with families and preschool professionals to create supportive learning environments.
Formal evaluations to determine if a disability is affecting a child’s development, either functionally or academically.
Therapeutic interventions such as occupational therapy, speech-language therapy, and physical therapy.
Direct instruction delivered in various settings to optimize skill development, including the child’s Least Restrictive Environment (LRE) or our designated clinic spaces.
If you have concerns about a child ages 3-5, please contact us for guidance and support.
Request for Services Process
Registering for services involves several steps:
Complete and submit the "Request for Services" form (link below).
Provide the required documentation (listed below).
Complete additional online forms that will be sent after your documents have been received.
LINK: Early Childhood Intake Questionnaire
Required Documentation
Please contact Sarah Lane (207-475-1331) to schedule an appointment to provide the following documents. Once received and processed, an initial meeting will be scheduled to determine if further evaluations are needed to support your child.
1. Proof of Residency (Two Documents Required)
Residency is defined as the place where a child and their family primarily reside, eat meals, and engage in daily activities throughout the school year (more than 50% of the time).
Owning or renting property in Kittery alone does not establish residency. Acceptable proof may include:
Valid Maine driver’s license with a Kittery street address
Current vehicle registration
Voter registration where a homestead exemption is claimed
Utility bills, lease agreements, or tax returns indicating Kittery residency
2. Original Birth Certificate
Photocopies or digital copies will not be accepted. The original birth certificate must be presented in person.