Chesapeake Math & IT Academy South-Elementary will host its Back to School Night on Wednesday, September 26, 2018 from 6:00-7:30 pm. You will have an opportunity to meet your child's teacher and learn about their studies this school year. More information will follow regarding the schedule of events. Please continue to read the newsletter for updates. Image Courtesy of: www.facebook.com/woschools/posts/back-to-school-night-dates/1808090432540826/

Patrice Harrell-Carter
Principal

Attached you will find the Prince George's County Public Schools approved calendar for the 2018-19 school year. Please post it on your refrigerator or add the dates to your electronic calendars.

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Patrice Harrell-Carter
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Hello CMIT Tiger Families! We are thrilled that your tiger cub/cubs are joining our community! Things are moving and shaking at CMIT South ES and we are on our way to earning our stripes as the newest CMIT South Tigers! Here are your July Updates: Uniforms In preparation for the upcoming school year, we would like to share some updates and clarification about our uniform policy and suppliers. Supplier: Risse Brothers Website: https://www.rissebrothers.com/ Brick and Mortar Store Address: 9700 Martin Luther King Jr. Hwy Suite B Lanham, MD 20706 Phone: 301.220.1985 Must be Purchased from Risse Brothers: Tops 1+ Short-sleeved Polo Shirts (everyday uniform shirt) 1 White Oxford (dress-up days/ field trips) 1 Tie (dress up days/field trips) 1 T-shirt (for gym class) 1 Fleece or Wind Breaker (optional: if your student desires extra layer to be worn inside the classroom-- non-uniform jackets and sweaters will not be allowed inside the classroom) Can be purchased from any retailer: Bottoms 1+ navy or khaki pant 1+ navy or khaki shorts/skorts Shoes As of June 23rd, 2018 per the Principal's instruction shoes must be all Black. We appreciate your patience as previous versions of our uniform policy stated that shoes could feature color or designs. It has been clarified by CMIT South ES leadership that all uniform shoes must be all black Socks White or black, any style Accessories limited hair accessories are permitted Car Pool Teamwork makes the Dreamwork! If you are interested in helping to organize or participate in a Car Pool please visit the Google Form Here to share your contact info PTO CMIT South PTO is the backbone of our Tiger Pack and we want you to join us! Check PTO News. Social Media CMIT Tigers: show us your social media roar! Follow us on Social Media to hear about happenings at CMIT South! Follow us on Twitter: @cmitsouth Follow us on Instagram: cmitsouth_es Follow us on Facebook: Cmitsouth ES Connectivity CMIT South Elementary greatly appreciates your patience as we strive to stay connected during renovations to our new facilities. If you have trouble connecting with us please try the following alternate contact information: CMIT South MS/HS phone : (240) 573-7250 Email: lwaters@cmitsouthes.org, pcarter@cmitsouthes.org Our Enrichment program partners at Chesapeake Lighthouse Foundation have also returned from the 4th of July holiday break! For all your enrichment comments and curiosities please contact CLF via phone: 301.776.2300 or email: Enrichment@CLFMD.org Image courtesy of: https://anbhelp.zendesk.com/hc/en-us/articles/206467069--AIO-How-much-are-AIO-Bot-updates-after-six-months-

Lucy Waters Secretary I

July 11, 2018 Greetings Families, It is indeed a pleasure and honor to have been selected to serve as the founding principal of the new addition to the Chesapeake Lighthouse Foundation (CLF) cluster of schools, Chesapeake Mathematics & Information Technology Elementary-South Public Charter School (CMIT-Elem-South). With over twenty years of experience in education, I have had the pleasure of working in traditional public, private and charter schools. The latter of those years, I have worked in the charter school sector in Washington, DC and Prince George’s County Public Schools. In addition to working across a variety school of settings, I have worked at every level, elementary, middle, and high school which gives me a broader lens and great insight into the continuum of learning from K-12. I am excited for the opportunity to share these combined experiences with our school community. This school year, we will focus on building a strong culture of excellence, structures, and systems. Using the CLF model, we will implement a well-defined curriculum that is supported by research with a strong lens on mathematics and technology, build strong school, family, community partnerships by creating a safe, nurturing, engaging, caring, and a culturally responsive learning environment by developing strong teacher-student relationships. Using my StrengthFinders’ themes, I will continue to acquire the necessary knowledge to pave a path towards strong school leadership and the responsibility that comes with the role. In every interaction with members of the school community, I vow to exude my love of and passion for teaching, learning, and most importantly, children. All the decisions will made on this wise, for what child, for what time in a child’s life, and what is in the best interest of the child. I do not believe that there is a one-size-fits-all approach to learning. I believe in finding a way to reach every student, and that a “student-centered” approach towards learning is the best way to teach. I will strive to reach and educate teachers, students, and parents because I understand how individuals learn best. In addition, I understand that learning should be fun and will exude that energy with students and staff. I will hold all of our students and teachers to high standards and will compliment that with an eagerness to celebrate their successes. I look forward to working with you this school year and please reach out to me should you have any questions are concerns. Best, Patrice Harrell-Carter, Principal Image Courtesy of: http://www.myniceprofile.com/welcome-168855.html

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Patrice Harrell-Carter
Principal

At the writing of this blurb, all of the teachers have been selected for the upcoming school year. However, they are going through the Prince George's County Public Schools on-boarding process. Once they have been cleared and become official Prince George's County Public Schools employees, we will share the information with the school community. Thank you for your patience. Image courtesy of: https://www.mountainclimbersmotivationshop.com/products/greatness-in-progress-cotton-tee

Patrice Harrell-Carter
Principal

Interested in the PTO? Complete the google form by clicking the link below: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdV2JTd_9GLRlmEWo6pLX0FhN7bmQ7Ibz2PWC8hMun-3O01UQ/viewform Image courtesy of: https://www.fcusd.org/domain/483

Patrice Harrell-Carter
Principal

This category of the newsletter will highlight the achievements of our school community. "Earning Our Stripes" will be our theme as a way to showcase those who are exemplifying excellence. Image courtesy of: http://gradytigers.org/2016/7/grady-elementary-open-house-monday-aug-8-5-pm-to-7-15-pm

Patrice Harrell-Carter
Principal