Dear Juneau Families,
Registration for Auke Lake Preschool RALLY opened on Friday, August 1, on the Auke Lake Preschool website. To date, we’ve received about 60 registrations (about ⅔ capacity) for the new Auke Lake RALLY Afterschool Childcare program.
A Little About Us
Auke Lake Preschool LLC is an independent, local center that has stepped up to meet the desperate need for childcare in the community.
Upon hearing of JSD’s need to cease management of RALLY, a well-loved after-school program, we at Auke Lake Preschool realized the detriment the closure of the program would not only bring to our community but also the families we serve and staff we employ. We responded to JSD’s Request for Information on the RALLY management transition and are excited to be continuing RALLY as an Auke Lake Preschool program.
Please remember that we are a small, home-grown, local business taking on a huge project. Registration has been open for just over two business days, since August 1. Thank you for being patient and showing grace as we begin a new chapter of the RALLY program together.
We are Working Hard to Answer Your Questions
We know there is currently an incredibly high demand for more information, and we hear you.
Families have been registering for RALLY using our existing Childcare Enrollment Application on the webpage provided in the Juneau School District (JSD) FAQ on July 31.
We’ve heard yesterday that some families would prefer a dedicated RALLY application.
The dedicated RALLY applications can now be found here: https://docsend.com/view/p4gnhebxska5zcn4. If you’ve already submitted an Auke Lake Preschool enrollment form, you do not need to submit another form.
Due to the volume of families reaching out, we ask that applications and questions now be sent to: Admissions@AukeLakeRally.onmicrosoft.com. Families can also email RALLY@juneauschools.org with any additional questions.
Please know that we are working diligently to open and operate as quickly and smoothly as possible. Again, we appreciate you extending grace and patience during the transition.
Start Dates
As noted in the JSD FAQ on July 31, Auke Lake RALLY is expected to officially assume operations starting September 1, 2025.
As also noted in the FAQ, JSD will support a smooth transition by providing a temporary, supervised, afterschool activities program for students enrolled in Auke Lake RALLY from at least August 14 through August 29, 2025.
Official notices will continue to be shared through JSD and our Auke Lake Preschool website, and we will continue to keep you updated.
We are committed to doing this right, and we appreciate your patience and encouragement as we navigate this change together.
Thank you, and we’re excited to work with you in the new Auke Lake RALLY Afterschool Childcare program!
Auke Lake Preschool LLC; Auke Lake RALLY