Dear Wilde Lake Middle School eighth-grade families,

For the coming 2023-2024 school year, the Howard County Public School System will pilot a full-time virtual program option for HCPSS students who are entering ninth grade. This program is grant-funded with limited enrollment. It is designed for students who would benefit from learning virtually for the 2023-2024 school year; including, but not limited to, those who are unable to regularly attend school due to a medical or social-emotional diagnosis.

Students who thrive in a virtual learning environment typically demonstrate consistent academic performance, are able to complete assignments independently, and may have previous experience/success with virtual learning. The full-time pilot is not designed for students struggling with academic performance.

Parents can view additional information and resources on the Innovative Pathways Virtual Program webpageLinks to an external site..

! CALL TO ACTION !

Families are asked to complete an online interest survey, only if they would like their child to be considered for the full-time virtual program. If your child plans to attend a traditional HCPSS high school next year, no action is required.

Complete the interest surveyLinks to an external site. by Friday, May 26

https://www.hcpss.org/innovative-pathways/virtual/