What’s it like?
See answers to common questions in the FAQ, get in touch with the Magnet Student Program coordinator, or schedule a visit.
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The ferry to Islesboro leaves from the Lincolnville Ferry Terminal at Lincolnville Beach, located on Route 1 between Camden and Belfast.
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The ferry ride between Lincolnville and Islesboro takes approximately 20 minutes.
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The ferry schedule is available here: https://www.maine.gov/dot/programs-services/ferry/islesboro-ferry/schedule
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Tickets are free for magnet students. If you would like to visit, tickets are available for purchase at the Lincolnville Ferry Terminal, or online at https://www.maine.gov/dot/programs-services/ferry/ferry-ticket-purchase
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The Magnet Student Program is free for students from towns that participate in Maine’s School Choice program. Town’s without a public school serving your child’s grade qualify for a voucher covering the full tuition. For non-qualifying towns, the tuition is $11,093 for high school students, and $9,272 for all other students. A sliding scale is available for those needing financial aid.
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Yes, tuition is free for students from towns in Maine’s School Choice Program.
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We believe the Magnet Student Program should be available for all families, regardless of financial contraints. Tuition is based on a sliding scale for those needing financial aid. Islesboro Central School will work with you to set a tuition that works for you.
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Students take the first boat to the Islesboro departing at 8am, and return on the 3:30pm boat, arriving in Lincolnville at 4pm.
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No, while Islesboro Central School has many features of a small private school, like small class sizes, a flexible curriculum, and individual attention, it is publicly funded.