What is a Magnet School or Special Admissions Program?

Magnet Schools and Special Admissions Programs have a special academic focus or program. They are ideal for students with interest in a particular area of study or way of learning. Magnet schools and special admissions programs do not typically serve students from one area, but rather draw students like magnets from many different boundaries.  Students who attend magnet schools or special admissions programs are specifically interested in that academic subject area or the way that learning happens at that school. 

Unlike a magnet school, a boundary school is a typical neighborhood school. Each region will have its own boundary schools, offering traditional curriculum for students who choose not to attend a magnet school. Boundary schools will have the opportunity to use their regional specializations to provide students with more real-world learning opportunities and experiences.