Wicomico County Public Schools | EFMP FY2026 ATEX Applied Technology Exploration I are one-term courses that are recommended for students who are interested in enrolling in a career and technical program at Parkside High School. ATEX I gives students an opportunity to explore four career areas. These courses consist of classroom and laboratory experiences. At the end of ATEX I, students may select a CTE program of study to receive more focused study. This course introduces students to careers in one of the following fields: auto technology, business, management and finance, carpentry, early childhood education, collision repair, CISCO networking, criminal justice, culinary arts, electricity, heating and air conditioning, high performance manufacturing, horticulture, masonry, or welding. Students attend the program at Parkside High School. ATEX I is offered during one period and students from each of the four high schools travel to Parkside for these courses. The total student enrollment in ATEX is approximately 450 students each semester. These exploratory programs are taught by the 19 CTE staff members. Students who complete ATEX I have satisfied one-half credit toward the graduation requirement in technology education. BLENDED VIRTUAL PROGRAM (BVP) The Blended Virtual Program offers students in grades 6-10 the opportunity to participate in live synchronous instruction with a Maryland-certified, Wicomico County Public Schools’ teacher. Students will actively engage in both synchronous and asynchronous instruction aligned to grade level-appropriate Maryland College and Career Readiness Standards. Cameras must be on and the student must engage actively during synchronous instruction. Daily instruction will follow the same schedule as in-person students with course materials consistent with peers in brick-and-mortar schools. While students would not attend in person during the school day, students will continue to be enrolled in their neighborhood school, with access to after school and extracurricular activities. JROTC The Mission of United States (U.S.) Army Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps (JROTC) is to “Motivate young people to be better citizens”. It is a program offered to high schools that teaches students character education, student achievement, wellness, leadership, and diversity. It is a cooperative effort between the U.S. Army Cadet Command, the Board of Education and our schools to produce successful students and citizens, while fostering a more constructive and disciplined learning environment. Currently (SY 2024-2025), there are 164 Cadets enrolled in JROTC. The Cadets come from all high schools in the district to participate in the program located at Wicomico High School. 36
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