A-TEX is an exploratory opportunity for students who are considering enrollment into the CTE program. this program is offered to 9th and 10th grade students. 

A-TEX APPLIED TECHNOLOGY EXPLORATION I

• A-TEX  I - 5213 Grades 9-10 

• 1/2 credit technology education

• The course consists of classroom and laboratory experiences.

• Students choose 4 career areas to explore over the course

  • • Interest areas include: auto technology, business, carpentry, early childhood education, collision repair, CISCO Networking Academy, criminal justice, culinary arts, electricity, heating and air conditioning, high performance manufacturing, horticulture, masonry, and welding.

• At the end of the first course, students will select one of the four areas to concentrate on for successful completion of a Maryland Approved CTE Completer Program.

A-TEX APPLIED TECHNOLOGY EXPLORATION II

• A-TEX II-5214 Grades 9-10 : 

• 1/2 credit technology education 

• A-TEX II is scheduled after completion of A-TEX I. 

• Students choose 1 career area from the 4 they already participated in for A-TEX I and explore deeper over the course

Transportation

Transportation to Parkside High School CTE is provided through shuttles at Mardela. Students wishing to drive themselves can request permission through the Travel Request Form.