What is the District 25 and District 28 Magnet Program?
Grants funded by the Federal Magnet Schools Assistance Program have enabled District 25 and District 28 to create 5 Magnet Schools. A Magnet School is a school that offers a very special curriculum designed around a specific theme. It offers students the opportunity to study subjects or experience a teaching methodology that is different from the basic curriculum. In addition, it helps strengthen students’ basic skills in the areas of mathematics, science, social studies, English, foreign languages, art, music, and vocational skills. Best of all, you and your child can select a Magnet School without regard to your local neighborhood school zone lines! That means that if you live in District 25 or 28, your child is eligible to apply to attend any of the Magnet Schools and the program is FREE!
