MCPS Programs

Counseling Department

Ms. Giffen A – CHAR

Ms. Bray CHAS-GON

Ms. Singleton GOO-HEE

Ms. Faizan HEG-L

Ms. Wilkes M-PAY

Mr. Sartori PAZ-SIH

Ms. Avery SIJ-Z

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Ms. Margolis: Dual Enrollment Program Assistant (DEPA-Career Center)

Ms. Davis: College and Career Information Coordinator (CCIC- Career Center)

Mr. Doh: Career Coach

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Montgomery College Programs

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Thomas Edison Programs

JROTC

STEM Ready

Fire and Rescue

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MCPS Apprenticeship MD

Montgomery College Programs - Dual Enrollment

• Early College
• Attend MC during 11th and 12th grade full time and do not attend classes at Sherwood HS, but can participate in activities/clubs
• Earn a high school diploma and an Associate’s (2 year degree)

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• JumpStart to College
• Attend MC for 1 or 2 classes and attend Sherwood HS
• See your counselor/Ms. Margolis if interested

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Thomas Edison High School of Technology

Automotive Collision Repair

Automotive Technology

Carpentry

Construction Electricity

Construction Exploration

Cosmetology (Must have applied in 9th grade)

Cybersecurity Capstone

Graphic Design

Healthcare Professions TEHST

Heating, Ventilation & Air Conditioning (HVAC)

Hospitality and Tourism Management

Law Enforcement and Leadership

Masonry

Network Operations

Plumbing

Principles of Architecture & CAD Technology

Restaurant Management/Culinary Arts

Students attend both Sherwood and Edison.

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Transportation is offered!

Thomas Edison High School: Information Sessions

Edison is visiting Sherwood in the Media Center at lunch on

Tuesday, October 14th

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You MUST register to attend. Please scan the QR code to complete the registration form.

JROTC- Junior Reserve Officer Training Corp

Army JROTC

Location: Magruder High School

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Navy JROTC

Location: Gaithersburg High School and Seneca Valley High School

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Students will:

• Engage in skill building in leadership, self-confidence, and discipline
• Learn military history, customs, and wear a uniform

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*Please see your counselor if you are interested.

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Fire and Rescue

Regional College and Career Part-time Programs

@ Montgomery County Public Safety Training Academy

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Students will study:

• Fire prevention and control
• Emergency medical technology
• Learn how to safely respond to hazardous material incidents

All while earning industry certification and/or college credit

Formal training will be provided by the Maryland Fire and Rescue Institute (MFRI) of the University of Maryland

Transportation: MCPS Transportation is provided to students from all 25 MCPS high schools.

STEM Ready

The STEM Ready program provides support and services for students to pursue a seamless pathway to a 4-year college degree in select STEM fields

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Including:

• Translational Life Science Technology (TLST)
• Computer Science
• Mechanical Engineering

Students in grades 11 and 12 begin to participate in supportive activities which supplement their academic pursuit of a STEM focused Associate Degree at Montgomery College and Bachelor’s Degree from University of Maryland Baltimore County at the Universities at Shady Grove.

MCPS Apprenticeship Maryland Program

Participating students will be able to

• Enter the workforce while still in high school
• Earn a salary
• Gain marketable industry skills
• Learn from a highly skilled mentor
• Receive a State Skill Certificate as a result of meeting all the state program standards
• Have the opportunity to continue in the career field after graduation

Transportation: Students must provide their own transportation.

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Application for Programs

Click on the image for access to MCPS High School Regional/Countywide Application Programs At-A-Glance and to apply.

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Complete the interest form by November 7, 2025!

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*Please note that the offering of programs varies by school.

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Questions?