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And just like that, we’ve welcomed all of our students, PreK–6th grade, back to school! We’re off to a great start.

A huge thank you to our staff for working tirelessly to create warm, welcoming spaces where students can learn, grow, and feel at home. Learn more about our staff: 2026–27 Staff Directory.

A Special Welcome to Our New Families

If you’re new to Gastineau, welcome! I’m Stacy Diouf, and I’m a lifelong Alaskan. My husband and I have two teenagers, and we’re part of our local soccer community—so you’ll likely find us on a soccer field most weekends!

This is my 7th year as principal, and I truly love being part of the Gastineau staff, families, and Douglas community. I hope to be here for many years to come!

📅 Save the Dates

🍎Open House
Thursday, September 3 | 5:00–6:00 p.m.
Come meet your child’s teacher, see their classroom, learn about what it means to be a Title I school, and connect with our community.

**If you are part of an organization that would like to share information with our families, please contact Amy at amy.rautiainen@juneauschool.org

🎤🪕Sing Along

Our first Friday Sing Along is next Friday, September 4, from 7:55-8:10ish. All families are welcome to join us.

🎥Picture Day
Friday, September 18
More information will be coming soon.

🌱 Annual Harvest Festival
Thursday, September 24 | 5:00–6:30 p.m.
Our school garden is growing! This fall, students will harvest carrots, potatoes, kale, and onions. Come take a look—and, most importantly, come let us feed you dinner from our garden! You won’t want to miss it.

After-School Care

We’re also excited to welcome Gastineau Sparks After School Program to our school. Keep reading for information about the program and how to register your child.

We’re Glad You’re Here

At Gastineau, we believe strong schools are built through strong partnerships with families. Please reach out anytime—with questions, concerns, celebrations, or simply to share something you’d like us to know.

We’re looking forward to a wonderful school year together!

Stacy Diouf

Principal

(907)796-5075

Greetings from JPD’s new School Resource Officer, Kirt Stage-Harvey. Students and families arwelcome to call me Officer Starvey—a fun combination of my hyphenated last name.

Coming originally from Columbus, OH, I have called Juneau home for almost 19 years, and I have served with JPD for almost 13 years. Previously, I drove buses with Capitol Transit, served as an EMT Specialist, a certified flight instructor, and a carpenter. My wife, Pastor Tari, and I have three adult children who all graduated from TMHS.

At JPD, in addition to Patrol, I worked as a Detective for 6.5 years and I am a member of SWAT, JMART (crash investigation team), Honor Guard, and the Peer Support Team. I serve on the Board of the Capital City Chapter of the Alaska Peace Officers Association and look forward to serving the community through organizing the annual Shop With a Cop program.

Outside of work, I enjoy all that the outdoor Alaska life offers, CBJ adult recreation sports, international travel, and time with family and my church community.

As a new SRO, I am excited to partner with the JSD in the role of building positive relationships with students, staff, and families. I look forward to attending before and after school activities, lunch and recess times, and in teaching opportunities such as D.A.R.E., bike safety, and more.

We are excited to welcome families and other guests into our school this year! For the safety and security of our students and staff, all schools in Juneau School District utilize the Verkada Guest system for anyone volunteering and/or visitng a classroom. Upon arrival, you'll be asked to run your ID through the Varkada Guest screening and recived a printed Visitor/Volunteer badge.

If you are arriving to pick up your child for an appointment, please be prepared to show your ID to staff at the front desk.