preschool transportation: rainbow route


Through a grant from The Hormel Foundation and in partnership with SMART, United Way of Mower County provides a safe and efficient transportation service for preschool aged children in Austin who otherwise may not be able to attend preschool due to a transportation barrier. This service is a trusted, reliable, and affordable option for parents. Bus rides are $1 each way. There are many factors that go into bus placement such as pick up and drop off address, preschool location and time of class. Therefore, we cannot guarantee spots on the Rainbow Route for any child. We do our very best to get as many children on the bus as possible. All children must be registered for preschool before submitting an application. 
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Contact United Way at 507-437-2313 or [email protected] for any questions. 
TO REGISTER, FOLLOW THESE STEPS:
  1.  Enroll your child in the preschool of your choice.
  2. The Preschool will provide you with the QR code or link to register for preschool.
  3. Review the frequently asked questions (FAQ)
  4. Expect a letter notification the first week of August regarding your child's placement on a bus route or waitlist.

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