A student from Regional School Unit 13 was struck by a school bus on Broadway at the intersection of Eliza Steele Drive in Rockland on Friday. 

Rockland police and Rockland Fire and EMS crews responded to the incident about 2:20 p.m. The child sustained life-threatening injuries and was taken by a medical helicopter to Portland to receive care. 

According to a news release from RSU 13, the district is “working closely” with local law enforcement and emergency responders as they investigate the incident. 

The release also stated that no additional details will be released immediately out of respect for the child and their family, but counseling services are available for students or staff who may need support. 

“We ask that our community keep the victim and their family in their thoughts and prayers,” the district wrote.