Magnet FAQs - Winter/Spring 2024
Find answers to the most frequently asked questions parents have about our intra-district magnet schools, application, and lottery process.
Magnet School FAQs
- Who can apply to Groton Public Schools intra-district magnet schools?
- Do I need to complete an application if I plan to attend my attendance zoned school?
- Which school is my attendance zoned school?
- How do I apply to one of the magnet schools?
- Is there a separate application for each school?
- Do I need to reapply each year?
- My student entering Grades 1-5 is interested in one of the magnet schools. Can they apply?
- How are all the schools the same academically and what services are offered at each?
- How are the magnet themes linked to the curriculum and what makes each school unique?
- Which schools will offer Preschool and Pre-K programs?
- If one of my children accepts a seat in the lottery, can my other children attend?
- If my children apply to the same school and one gets offered a eat, will my other child also be accpeted?
- Does applying early increase my chance of getting a seat at a school?
- Is bus transportation provided to intra-district magnet students?
- My child currently has an IEP or Section 504 Plan? Will he/she continue to receive the services in their individual plan in their new school?