Each week the Administrative Team updates our Hallway Monitor Presentation to keep students and visitors informed of upcoming events, school news, and inspirational quotes. Please click on the link to see what's currently being promoted in our hallways. https://drive.google.com/file/d/1RbWaiZwQywkiMOAKzyjYWwR1guNHc0cS/view?usp=sharing

Mr. Brauer, Principal

For those who missed the first three meetings, there will be a general interest meeting for high school and middle school parents interested in sending their student(s) on a summer 2019 tour of London, Normandy and Paris. The meeting will be held at CMIT Middle School in room 108 at 6:00 PM October 30, 2018. Entry can be made at the back of the building near room 116. The trip will include seeing Big Ben, Parliament, The Tower of London, Churchill's bunker, the changing of the guards at Buckingham Palace, the Eiffel Tower, the Champs Elysee's, The Louvre and Louis XIV Palace at Versailles . Additionally, we will be seeing the beaches and Nazi fortifications at Normandy. Please contact me at jscreven@cmitacademy.org if you plan to attend. You must RSVP if you plan to attend.

James Screven, Assistant Principal

This is YOU’RE INVITATION to CULTUREFEST on Saturday, November 3rd from 10:00am - 4:00pm!

Dennis Johnson

The Chesapeake Lighthouse Foundation (CLF) invites you to participate in their annual Culture Fest on November 3rd. This year a celebration of culture, cider, cocoa, music, games, local vendors, silent auctions, raffles, and student performances will be included. CLF needs your help in getting the word out to family, friends, and your individual networks. Please share the attached letter with any and all interested parties. If you know of licensed vendors interested in reserving a space, donating Silent Auction item/s, or have any questions please contact: Mark J. Sutherland Community Partnerships Director Chesapeake Lighthouse Foundation T. (301) 776.2300 x.104 E. msutherland@clfmd.org

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The Practice SAT (PSAT 8/9) for 8th grade students will be given the morning of December 5, 2018. This test comes from College Board and provides indicators in many areas. PSAT 8/9 is used for: 1. Acceptance into PGCPS Specialty High School Programs (Science and Tech, Aerospace Engineering, etc.) 2. Provides areas of strengths and growths for which to improve in an effort to be prepared for the SATs. 3. PSAT 8/9 is also a predictor of success in High School Honors Courses and AP courses at CMIT High School, and is one piece of data used for placement (amongst others). CMIT North Middle School prepares students for the PSAT 8/9 through the standard curriculum and does not stop to prepare solely for the test. Parents are encouraged to utilize the following resources in their spare time to practice and prepare. Khan Academy https://www.flipsnack.com/ehall/khan-academy-student-accounts-set-up.html PARCC/PSAT standards in Khan Academy: Use the links in the document to go directly to Khan Academy that focus on these topics. https://docs.google.com/document/d/1zTi4_T3WZuEgaycxZzE50c-EOzhJMXTOPid07j7vd6w/edit?usp=sharing

CMIT Adminstration

The 8th graders are scheduled to attend JA Finance Park on January 7th and January 8th. It is never too early to start planning! Students will receive their permission slips in November which will indicate which date they are scheduled to attend. We will need at least 20 parent and community volunteers each day to make this trip success for our students. Students will begin the finance park curriculum in their social studies and math classes in December and will continue until they visit Finance Park. If you are interested in learning more about the Finance Park curriculum, click on this link: https://www.myja.org/financepark/ PLEASE NOTE: Parents and other volunteers do not need to have their fingerprints on file with PGCPS in order to volunteer at Finance Park. Parents and volunteers will transport themselves to the site an hour before students to receive training. If you are interested in learning more about volunteering, please view the attachment below. If you are interested in volunteering on the day that your student is attending Finance Park, fill out this survey: https://goo.gl/forms/Ccps2Mm3UpR9ar3u2 If you know a community member that would be interested in volunteering for this activity, have them fill out this survey: https://goo.gl/forms/iyi0BfuA2IxOpGZi1 If you have any questions, contact Mrs. Linnenkamp at jlash@cmitacademy.org

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Mrs. Jessica Linnenkamp

It is never too early to think about your scholar's STEAM FAIR projects. The science teachers organized a family orientation night so you can post questions, seek guidance, get advice or clarification on project requirements. We will introduce project concepts through games, presentations and through renowned speakers who facilitates students develop skills in writing, oral presentation, creative thinking, and problem solving. The science department staff will be available for you on Tuesday, October 29, 2018 from 6PM to 7PM at the CMIT cafeteria to discuss this year's fair and answer any question you may have.

Gemma Y Bognot CLARKE, Ph.D Grade 8 Science Teacher Science Department Chair

The Science Olympiad competition is like an academic track meet, consisting of a series of 23 events spread over different divisions, ( e.g. Middle School is competing at Div. B). Each year, a portion of the events are updated to reflect the ever-changing nature of earth science, chemistry, anatomy, physics, geology, mechanical engineering and technology. By combining events from all disciplines, the Science Olympiad encourages a wide cross-section of students to get involved. The emphasis is placed on active, hands-on group participation. A core value of the Science Olympiad is to get students, teachers, parents, principals, and business leaders to work toward a shared goal. Regional and State competitions are held at universities. This gives students the opportunity to visit and tour colleges they might consider for their undergraduate studies and provides a memorable experience that will last a lifetime. The mission of Science Olympiad is to provide fun and challenging science, technology, art, engineering, and mathematics (STEAM) competitions that build team skills and highlight the value that diversity brings to a team. For more information Please visit: www.marylandscienceolympiad.org https://www.soinc.org Eligibility Criteria: 1. Current Science, Math and RELA grade should be at least `B` 2. Previous Science, Math and RELA grade should be at least `B` 3. 6th 7th and 8th Graders can register 4. A maximum of 20 students (15 students: First Team and 5 Subs) If more students apply, Students will be selected based on 1) Seniority (Former Science Olympians will be prefer) 2) GPA 3) Science Teacher recommendation (Previous year and this year) Please fill out the google form to apply (Due November 4) https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSc7MMix6HAbWoWNFNuUGOqGPh9xGOp9cdAQcWQx6paXaUh_Ew/viewform?usp=sf_link Follow the Link to Watch Science Olympiad Trailers: https://drive.google.com/open?id=0BxQtcxJbpqOMOVpCcEg4T2duR2s https://drive.google.com/file/d/1YhWb9bHcN8OgxC_9xHoMpTOfg_10d1s5/view?usp=sharing

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Gemma Y Bognot CLARKE, Ph.D Grade 8 Science Teacher Science Department Chair

Mrs. Crespo's students in Life Science class were learning "photosynthesis". To have an understanding about the lesson, students learned to test a green and non-green part of a leaf for starch. A positive test for starch in a leaf provides evidence that photosynthesis has occurred. The test for starch in a leaf is an extension of the Iodine Test for Starch where the depigmented leaf will turn bluish black. Glucose is the product of photosynthesis, and is rapidly converted to granules of starch - a polymer of glucose - for storage. In connection to the STEAM FAIR project, students in life and physical science classes spent time in their science class period writing their project proposal using the standard school form uploaded in their Google classroom. The teacher created an exclusive Google classroom for the STEAM FAIR only where the STEAM Fair student packet and project timeline were uploaded. The project proposal is due on Monday and needs to be submitted in their Google classroom.

Mrs. Crespo-Montano

The arrangement of the particles causes a solid to have a definite shape and volume. Physical Science students made a model of the particles in a solid using damp sand. They used the magnifying lens to observe the grains of sand.

Mrs. Crespo-Montano

We were studying water, air, oxygen, hydrogen. Amazingly discovering how raindrops formed…how a big heavy thorny lizard can walk on water, how the earth can remain in a constant temperature and how water from plant roots moves up to its stem, branches and leaves – defying gravity. On Thursday, we took one fork and a spoon with toothpick to perform an amazing balancing act (figure 1). This demonstration aims to teach students the fundamentals about "center of mass" and introduction to the nature of matter. The center of mass is a position defined relative to an object or system of objects. It is the average position of all the parts of the system, weighted according to their masses (https://www.khanacademy.org/science/physics/linear-momentum/center-of-mass/a/what-is-center-of-mass) Mass: a coherent, typically large body of matter with no definite shape. Our scholars were surprised that the utensils remained balanced. Why didn’t the flame keep burning and cause a collapse? Is this surface tension??? But there are no external forces? Is this cohesion, but there was no water? SPEAK UP Dr. CLARKE!!! The center of gravity of an object refers to the central location that gravity acts on the object. In this activity, the center of mass is straight down from the spot where the toothpick sits on the rim of the glass (called the pivot point). If you look closely at our balancing utensils, you’ll notice that the handles are curved well below the toothpick. This actually moves the center of gravity directly below the point where the toothpick touches the rim.

Gemma Y Bognot CLARKE, Ph.D Grade 8 Science Teacher Science Department Chair

I used to wake up in a cold sweat in the middle of the night because I could not get the concepts of water adhesion and cohesion clear in my mind. If you have that problem, too, then do yourself a favor. Read on to learn about these important properties of water that our Grade 8 Science students, learning higher concepts of High School and Advance College Biology.

Gemma Y Bognot CLARKE, Ph.D Grade 8 Science Teacher Science Department Chair

Dear Parents and Students, Please see below information for the Middle School Boys Basketball interest Meeting for the 2018-19 season; When: Thursday, November 01, 2018 Time: 3:15 pm to 4:00 pm Location: Middle school cafeteria Pick up time: 4:00 pm SHARP This meeting should be attended by those who are interested in trying out for this year's middle school boys basketball team. In order to try-out for the Boys Basketball team, a player must have a physical exam form completed. Below is a link to the forms that must be completed. Please complete all registration items and upload a scanned copy of your physical to https://app.formreleaf.com/organizations/chesapeake-math-and-it-academy/programs/20182019-athlete-registration-ms Steps for completing registration on FormReLeaf can be found on the http://cmitacademy.org/middleschool/physical-examination/ If you have specific questions about tryouts, practice, game dates and times, please contact Boys basketball program head coach. Boys Head Coach- Terrence Winters twinters@cmitacademy.org If you have any other general athletic related questions, please do not hesitate to contact us at msathletics@cmitacademy.org Thank you,

MS Athletic Department

Dear Parents and Students, Please see below information for the Middle School Girls Basketball Tryouts; What: Girls Basketball Tryouts When: Thu, Nov 01, 2018 from 5pm - 7pm Fri, Nov 02, 2018 from 5pm - 7pm Where: CMIT-N HIGH SCHOOL GYM (14800 Sweitzer Lane Laurel, MD 20707) If you are interested to be a part of the team, please try to attend all days of tryouts/ practice. Make sure you wear the proper attire for a basketball tryout. Please make sure you must complete the following before tryout dates. ● 2.0 or higher GPA (1st quarter grades) ● Completed sports physical signed by a physician ● Signed consent form by the parent/guardian ● Register on Form ReLeaf with your parent/guardian. All steps are located on our school's website under the athletics tab. https://app.formreleaf.com/organizations/chesapeake-math-and-it-academy/programs/20182019-athlete-registration-ms If you have specific questions about tryouts, practice, game dates and times, please contact girls basketball program head coach. Girls Head Coach- Abdi Mohamed amohamed@cmitacademy.org If you have any other general athletic related questions, please do not hesitate to contact us at msathletics@cmitacademy.org We look forward to seeing all of you on tryout dates. Thank you,

MS Athletic Department

Dear CMIT Parents, We are having a multicultural fest, as we do every school year and are asking for your help. The cultural fest is a student event where they get to show insights on their culture. While our CMIT families are walking through the demonstrations, shows and events, it would be nice for them to have something to eat and/or drink. We as an athletic department are asking that you kindly donate snacks and drinks for this event. Also, if you have a specific culture you may bring in a home-cooked dish to share in the event. This will help us raise money for sports programs. If you are interested in supporting athletes in this event, please click the link below and fill out which school you will be supporting and what you would like to donate. Thank You !! https://goo.gl/forms/tti7vjWky2fpJCRx1 https://www.clfadvancedstudies.org/culturefest Donation items drop off locations until Friday, Nov 02, 2018 CMIT Middle Schooll Front Office Attn: Coach Abdi CMIT High School Front Office Attn: Mr. Cihan

MS Athletic Department

Dear CMIT Families, Please go to the link listed below and donate. Any amount is acceptable. However, please note, not all donations have to be monetary. All donations will go to MS & HS sports teams uniforms, equipment, transportation, and new budgets for the athletic department. As of today 10/26/18, we have raised $175.00 Thank you for your participation and contributions. CMIT Academy Athletics Donations www.myschoolbucks.com

MS Athletic Department

Please Support CMIT North PTO Please help us provide events and activities for all students at CMIT North Academy by supporting this important fundraiser by ordering and selling from a variety of gift items and frozen foods. SALE ENDS: Wednesday, October 30, 2018 - Please turn in all money and order forms by this date,! DELIVERY: Early December. We will give you a one-week notice of exact date. *************** Deliveries MUST be picked up on the date provided. We have no place to store perishable items and cannot be responsible for orders not picked up on the delivery date. *************** MONEY COLLECTION: We accept cash, checks or money orders payable to CMIT North PTO. Please put student's name in the memo area on all checks. Please make sure money turned in matches amount due (count twice)! NOTE: There is a $25 returned check fee. IMPORTANT - INFORMATION -Please keep PINK copy of order form. You will not receive a copy back with your order -Return the WHITE and YELLOW copy with your order -Be sure SELLER Name (student) is on order form and order total matches money turned in -Please, NO DOOR TO DOOR SALES, just to relatives, friends, neighbors and co-workers INCENTIVES: -6 Students must qualify for the limo incentive, otherwise each student will receive $50 -Sell 7 items and enjoy a Mega Party!

Thank you, CMIT North PTO Fundraising Committee

Students, parents, and faculty are encouraged to wear CMIT Academy spirit wear clothing to after school academic and athletic events and on designated Spirit Days. The mission of CMIT Academy Spirit Wear is to support the spirit, culture, and mission of CMIT Academy. The proceeds from the Spirit Wear goes directly to CMIT North PTO, which in turn funds activities and events for the families at CMIT Academy North. Purchase anytime online at http://shop.fancloth.com/20707/422020 before October 31st You can also complete the attached order form and turn into the PTO lockbox.

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CMIT is partnering with Fan Cloth to raise the necessary funds to assist with building our school’s athletic programs. Fan Cloth provides the perfect strategy for fundraising because all of the profit made is based on the total number of items sold. For example, if 500 items are sold, the school’s athletic program will receive $4,500. With your support and teamwork, this goal can be reached! All students can purchase this exceptionally made merchandise to show their school spirit. Students can wear this merchandise on designated CMIT Spirit days and on casual days. Please use the link below to view the Fan Cloth Brochure https://shop.fancloth.com/20707/422020 The Fan Cloth Catalog Number is FC422020 All online orders must be placed by 10:00 pm on October 31, 2018 When placing your order, please be sure to follow these steps to ensure that your order is processed properly Place your order using your student’s name Please note if the order is for a middle or high school student Be sure to double check the sizes of each item for you and your student CMIT asks that each student purchases at least one item to make this fundraiser a success!

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If you did not have the opportunity to go to the parent workshop we wanted to give you the opportunity to view the presentations at your leisure. Follow the link below for the Presentation given by Secret Service Special Agent Piskura. https://www.netsmartz.org/Presentations Additionally, Agent Piskura wanted parents who was interested in having a presentation for your church group or civic group she can be reached at fsdncmec@usss.dhs.gov For Mr Screven's presentation on the adolescent brain and behavior, follow the link below. https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1ryz2I2f_RriuRdnfIZJSkfHP-jowkcv7AoIEVNuGsJc/edit?usp=sharing

James Screven, Assistant Principal

PGCPS has an App you can download on your phone and get daily updates on Grades, Attendance, Alerts and more. Go to https://www1.pgcps.org/bbapp/ to see how to get the Blackboard App.

CMIT Administration

Q: Is CMIT North MS a public school? 

A: Yes We are a public charter school who is staffed by PGCPS teachers and administration, along with CLF staff. We also benefit from additional guidance, management and financial support from Chesapeake Light House Foundation, whose educational concept this school is based on. 

Q: Do siblings get preference in applying to CMIT?

A: The process of gaining entry to any charter school in Prince George's County is through a lottery. However, siblings of already attending CMIT students are weighted differently during the lottery process. This different weighting gives preference to siblings. 

Q: What makes CMIT different then any other school in the district? 

A: Although we are a PGCPS public charter, we are given some autonomy over curriculum. This autonomy allows us to fast track students, who are academically ready, through selected high school courses in math, foreign language and technology. It is that fast tracking that opens up opportunity to more advanced  coursework on the college level while still in high school.  Additionally, we offer students supports and enrichments to every student, not available at most schools.

Q: Do you offer everything the big middle and high schools offer? 

A: Unlike many school in Maryland, we do not have a  full spectrum offerings in sports.  Instead, our focus is on STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Mathematics). Therefore, our sports offerings are more limited.  We offer, boys and girls soccer, basketball, boy's softball, boy's baseball,  boys and girls track/field at the high school. With that said we recently (2017) won the girls county basketball championship and made it to the playoffs in soccer. Our High school recently opened a multi-million dollar, state of the art gym complex. The middle school has also added an indoor gym space.  Lastly, we do offer special educational services, but becuase we are a school of choice, the amount of service hours we can provide is limited to 7.5 hours a week. Services hours are delivered by special education teachers but are limited to literacy and math courses.