Educator Jeffrey Wright Pioneers Velocity to Bridge the Tech Divide for Baltimore’s Youth

Baltimore, MD — In the heart of Maryland’s education landscape, one name continues to resonate with impact and innovation: Jeffrey B. Wright. With over 20 years of experience as an educator and administrator, Wright has long been recognized for his commitment to underserved students. Now, through his groundbreaking initiative, Velocity, Wright is expanding that impact by connecting Baltimore City youth to the booming industries of Artificial Intelligence and Cybersecurity.

Founded by Wright, Velocity is more than just a program, it’s a mission-driven platform designed to democratize access to high-demand careers in technology. At its core, Velocity equips high school students, particularly those from under resourced communities with technical skills, industry credentials, and real-world experience. “We’re not just teaching code,” Wright explains. “We’re teaching confidence, purpose, and the belief that every student can shape the future.”

Velocity’s structure is strategic and forward thinking. The program offers a 30-week dual-track curriculum covering AI and Cybersecurity, with students engaging in practical projects using tools like Python, Scratch AI, and Cisco Packet Tracer. To enhance retention and access, Velocity also integrates a gamified mobile learning app and deploys a Mobile Tech Hub, a Wi-Fi-equipped traveling classroom that reaches students in communities lacking adequate tech infrastructure.

Wright’s approach is also highly collaborative. Velocity partners with local colleges to offer dual-enrollment options and employs trained college students as mentors, fostering a near-peer model that builds community and leadership. Field trips to tech companies, credentialing programs like CompTIA ITF+ and Google Data Analytics, and internship pipelines ensure that participants not only learn but launch into the workforce with a competitive edge.

According to Wright, a proud member of Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc., the initiative goes beyond academics. “We’re addressing systemic barriers. Transportation, access to hardware, mentorship— these are not just side issues, they’re core to educational success,” he notes. Velocity’s holistic design also includes resume workshops, interview training, and employer engagement sessions, strengthening Maryland’s workforce development pipeline.

In its early stages, Velocity projects to serve over 3,000 students, establish partnerships with six colleges, and place more than 150 students in internships. By doing so, it’s positioning young people for jobs that not only pay well but carry long term growth potential, injecting millions into the state’s economy.

As Wright continues to lead with clarity, compassion, and purpose, Velocity stands as a bold example of what happens when equity meets innovation. In his words: “When you give students the tools, the space, and someone who believes in them, they don’t just succeed— they soar.”