About SKCDC
Southern Kennebec Child Development Corporation (SKCDC) is a non-profit Agency governed by a fifteen (15) member Board of Directors. SKCDC operates Head Start, Early Head Start, and Child Care Programs in licensed facilities in southern Kennebec County, sponsors Family Child Care Providers for participation in the Child and Adult Care Food Program, operates the Child Care Resource Development Center - Child Care Options in Kennebec and Somerset Counties, and implements the statewide Care for ME program.
Agency Mission
SKCDC is dedicated to providing and supporting the development of and access to quality early care and education programs that are responsive to children, families and professionals.
Agency Vision
All families who need child care will be able to access quality services and inclusive care in the setting of their choice. Child care professionals will have access to supportive services that will assist in the development of quality care options for Maine’s children.
To achieve this Vision, SKCDC will:
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Provide and support the development of quality, accessible, flexible, affordable child care options designed to address the child care needs of income eligible families that support economic self-sufficiency.
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Provide Head Start and Early Head Start services and options for eligible families.
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Expand existing collaborative and partnership efforts with State, community agencies and child care providers that will increase and enhance quality services for children and families.
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Promote family partnerships that recognize those who parent as the primary educators, nurturers, and advocates for their children that encourage a meaningful role in decision making and other parent training/involvement opportunities.
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Provide and/or sponsor training and professional development opportunities for staff and child care providers, and
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Provide and/or facilitate the development of comprehensive developmentally appropriate programs for children through an integrated family-focused service delivery system.
