WPS WORX Field Trip to Hardwire

4/29/2025

Berlin, MD – On Tuesday, April 8, a group of Upper School students from Worcester Prep visited Hardwire in Pocomoke City as part of the newly established WORX program.

The WORX program aims to introduce students to a wide range of opportunities within our community and beyond. By integrating academic preparation with real-world experiences, the program enhances learning and provides valuable career exposure. Key elements of the WORX program include a speaker series, site visits to local businesses, and opportunities to shadow professionals across various industries.

During their visit, students gained a comprehensive understanding of Hardwire’s production of protective armor and systems utilized by the military, law enforcement, municipalities, private enterprises, consumers, and educational institutions. Hardwire's manufacturing facilities span over 130,000 square feet, allowing the team to efficiently support large-scale armor production. This capacity is bolstered by advanced laminated presses, autoclaves, CNC equipment, and automated machinery, enabling the delivery of high-quality, life-saving products when they are most needed.

Hardwire is recognized for addressing some of the most challenging military and defense issues in the country. For nearly two decades, the Hardwire team has developed, tested, and deployed armor to safeguard against diverse threats, including small arms, improvised explosive devices, and underbody blasts. Additionally, Hardwire produces product lines dedicated to critical infrastructure and homeland security. The company also manufactures Emergency Response Shields, clipboards, and backpack inserts, which are employed to protect individuals in public and private facilities, schools, and government buildings across the United States.

A special thanks goes to the Tunis family and the Hardwire team for graciously hosting the WPS students.

Founded in 1970, Worcester Prep is a private, independent school serving Pre-Kindergarten through Grade 12, located in Berlin, Maryland. Approximately 500 students from Maryland, Delaware, and Virginia are enrolled. For further information about Worcester Prep, please visit www.worcesterprep.org or call 410-641-3575.

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On Tuesday, April 8, a group of Upper School students from Worcester Prep visited Hardwire in Pocomoke City as part of the newly established WORX program. Pictured in the front row from the left are Max Griffin (Lewes, DE), Dexter Feldman (Berlin, MD), Max Lev (Lewes, DE), Danny Kirwan (Bethany, DE) and Dillon Scopp (Berlin, MD). In the second row from the left are Caleb Walston (Salisbury, MD), Ben Holloway (Ocean City, MD), Karrigan Russell-Wood (Berlin, MD), Jack Lynch (Ocean City, MD), Beau Brittingham (Millsboro, DE), Nathan Montague (Selbyville, DE), Ryan Mann (Bishopville, MD), Hardwire Chairman & CEO George Tunis, and Hardwire President & Chief Operating Officer Emily Tunis. In the back row from the left are Justin McGovern (Salisbury, MD), Gavin Sutherland (Lewes, DE), WPS Athletic Trainer Drew Oxenrieder, Matt Armstrong (Dagsboro, DE), Nate Friedman (Ocean City, MD), Chase Thompson (Rehoboth Beach, DE), Mike DePalma (Ocean City, MD), WPS Director of Student Life Mrs. Megan Wallace, Aleksey Klimins (Bishopville, MD), Hardwire Business & Pricing Manager J.P. Lacey, Lucas Nicastro (Ocean City, MD), Gavin Mann (Bishopville, MD) and Michael Hall (Ocean City, MD). Also pictured are Hardwire Ambassadors, Bullet and Dozer, the dynamic dog duo.

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Worcester Preparatory School

508 South Main Street, Berlin, MD 21811

Phone: 410-641-3575 | Fax: 410-641-3586

Celebrating 50 years, WPS is an independent, college prep day school for Pre-Kindergarten through Grade 12 students. Located in Berlin, Maryland, the private school attracts an average of 500 students from Maryland, Delaware and Virginia.