PEP - Itinerant

The **Preschool Education Program (PEP)** is a specialized initiative operated by Montgomery County Public Schools (MCPS) designed to provide early intervention and educational support for children aged three to five who have developmental delays or disabilities. The program is rooted in the belief that early support is critical for future academic success, offering a child-centered environment that focuses on school readiness, social-emotional development, and individualized learning goals tailored to each student’s unique needs.

The "Itinerant" designation at the Middlebrook Road location indicates that this specific branch of the program often facilitates mobile or consultative services. Rather than a traditional full-day classroom setting, itinerant services provide support through specialized staff—such as speech pathologists, occupational therapists, or early childhood special educators—who work with children in their natural environments, such as community preschools, daycare settings, or the home. By bringing expert resources directly to the child, the PEP Itinerant model ensures that students receive necessary interventions while remaining integrated within their local community or family settings.