Applied Technology Exploration (ATEx) Elective

Applied Technology Exploration (ATEx) is a two-credit ELECTIVE course offered at the Forrest Center to 9th- and 10th-grade students. Throughout the year, students will have the opportunity to do an in-depth EXPLORATION of four Forrest Center programs, one per marking period. Courses are taught at an introductory level. They are an overview of the program and the career field. Students will also participate in career exploration activities and learn employability skills. When students apply, they will choose 6 programs to explore and will be placed in 4 of them.

Read A Guide to Applied Technology Exploration (ATEx) at the Forrest Center for more information

Planning Information

The ATEx application is separate from the general program application.

This class is a one-year elective. 

This class requires two periods in a student's schedule.

Current SMCPS 8th- and 9th-graders may apply.

Contact Information

For more information about ATEx, please contact Lisa Lewis.