Public Schools where at least 60% of students receive free and reduced lunches, or Private Schools where 60% of students receive scholarships, are eligible to receive free tickets for visits to Alcatraz. Visits must take place between January 3 - May 15, November 1 - 15, or December 1 - 15. In addition, academic classes must have a specific curriculum-based reason which Alcatraz offers a unique opportunity to meet. Visits that are primarily recreational in nature (including after-school groups) will not be approved under the School Access Program. Groups should not be more than 60 people and must include one adult leader (over 21 years of age) for every seven youths below the age of 18. Youths must be accompanied by an adult chaperone at all times on the island.