On Wednesday, February 21, 2018, CMIT South scholars were presented with a wonderful opportunity to meet Lt. Governor Boyd K. Rutherford. Lt. Governor Rutherford visited CMIT South to speak to and be interviewed by the students in the Journalism class. The Lt. Governor also took time to meet other students, parents, staff and CLF representatives.

The CMIT South community express our appreciation to the Lt. Governor for the visit. We also thank Ms. Cameron and her students for inviting the Lt. Governor to their class.

Photo credit: www.govpics.maryland.gov

Lara Asafa, Principal

On Thursday, February 22, 2018 our history department and the students of CMIT South planned, developed, and implemented a great Black History Month celebration.

Our school community gathered to celebrate Black History Month. Dr. Carter G. Woodson, was a man born in Buckingham County, Virginia to a poor carpenter. His mother and father could neither read nor write. And even though Carter G. Woodson couldn’t attend school on a regular basis because he had to work on the family farm, he had a strong desire to learn. He and his brother moved to Huntington, West Virginia so they could attend school and eventually he did and became a great thinker and scholar making great contributions in the lives of black Americans. He is called the “Father of Black History” because he started Negro History Week. Black folks had one whole week to celebrate a history as old as the world itself. Today we have black history month because of the work of this great man. In talking about history, Dr. Carter G. Woodson said, “Those who have no record of what their forebears have accomplished lose the inspiration which comes from the teaching of biography and history.”

Black people in America have a wonderful yet painful history. It is a history the includes the building of the great Mali empire in West Africa that housed the great city of learning called Timbuktu.

We should know what contributions African Amercians have made and as Carter G. Woodson said, "Knowing them will give us the desire to accomplish more, to make a greater contribution towards the future of our people and the future of the world."

Thank you for your support of the program, as it fosters a sense of community by celebrating and embracing the contributions of others.

Patrice Harrell-Carter, Assistant Principal MS

CMIT South HS SGA celebrated some of our JV athletes today with a pep rally. We are rooting for the Lady Tigers today as they play against Friendly HS. The JV Tigers will play their first playoff game on Monday, February 26, 2018. Please come to support your team on Monday at CMIT South.

With a overall record of 16-3, top ranked team status in the Maryland 1A division, they are ready. Many thanks to the SGA for organizing this event.

Go tigers!!!

Athletic Department

As you and your child get ready for college, our school invites all high school parents and students to join the SAT Night on Wednesday, March 7 at 6:00 pm.

The SAT gives your child a chance to show how ready they are with questions that look a lot like what they’re learning in class. The SAT:
• Focuses on vocabulary and math they're already learning in class and that they'll need to succeed in college.
• Doesn’t penalize for guessing—your child is free to try every question.
• Offers an optional essay.

The SAT is the only test that offers free practice on Khan Academy®. Your child can work at their own pace on the areas they need to improve. It’s a completely personalized way to get ready. And it’s completely free.

We welcome students and their families to attend our SAT Night on Wednesday, March 7th at 6:00 pm to learn more about the SAT and college.

Mr.Taner
Assistant Principal

Together, your Chesapeake Lighthouse Foundation Home Office and the prestigious Princeton Review announces a strategic educational partnership to deliver joint solutions designed to improve students' test solving strategies, boost test-taking confidence & scores, and ultimately increase scholarship dollars and acceptances rate to college and universities of choice!

What we offer;

Instruction:
25 hours of live expert instruction at CMIT Academy South building plus 140+ additional lessons
3 hours of on-demand online help from an instructor

Practice Tests:
4 proctored practice tests with detailed online explanations
6 additional practice tests to help sharpen your skills

Additional Resources:
Maximize your score with a custom online lesson plan
240 drills, 2,000 online practice questions, and 140+ video lessons

Including:
The Princeton Review Guarantee
In-class review of all SAT content
Extensive guided practice of all test-taking strategies
Admissions and Financial Aid advice to help you research schools, organize your applications and maximize financial aid awards
Access to our new adaptive student portal. You can spend your time studying on your unique areas of focus to help you maximize your score
Chat with a Teacher: Just click a button and you’re immediately connected to an expert instructor – day or night.
Get up to three hours of additional instruction focused on your questions with a teacher in an online classroom.
Connect to a teacher up until test day.

Course Schedule for CMIT Academy-South:
Sat, Mar 24, 2018 10:00 AM – 2:30 PM EDT Test 1
• Mon, Mar 26, 2018 3:15 PM – 5:45 PM EDT
• Wed, Mar 28, 2018 3:15 PM – 5:45 PM EDT
• Wed, Apr 4, 2018 3:15 PM – 5:45 PM EDT
• Sat, Apr 7, 2018 10:00 AM – 2:30 PM EDT Test 2
• Mon, Apr 9, 2018 3:15 PM – 5:45 PM EDT
• Wed, Apr 11, 2018 3:15 PM – 5:45 PM EDT
• Sat, Apr 14, 2018 10:00 AM – 2:30 PM EDT Test 3
• Mon, Apr 16, 2018 3:15 PM – 5:45 PM EDT
• Wed, Apr 18, 2018 3:15 PM – 5:45 PM EDT
• Mon, Apr 23, 2018 3:15 PM – 5:45 PM EDT
• Wed, Apr 25, 2018 3:15 PM – 5:45 PM EDT
• Sat, Apr 28, 2018 10:00 AM – 2:30 PM EDT Test 4
• Wed, May 2, 2018 3:15 PM – 5:45 PM EDT
*Classes will be held at CMIT Academy South located in 9822 Fallard Ct Upper Marlboro, MD 20772

Registration:
https://www.princetonreview.com/product/offerings/379315?exid=424d7651-e694-4cc5-8606-b9cc5ff3d07c

Use Promo Code CLF2017 for %20 OFF (There may be a better promotion being offered nationwide right now though that you can use instead)

Follow us at www.clfadvancedstudies.org and on Twitter to see recent updates and more courses that we offer: twitter.com/CLFAdvanced

Cihan Bicer
CLF Student Activities Director

Together, your Chesapeake Lighthouse Foundation and the Belucci Basketball Academy announces a partnership to deliver joint solutions designed to improve students' basketball skills. Bellucci Basketball Academy, or BBA, is the only basketball training in Syracuse & Maryland that applies techniques used by professional athletes across the country. At BBA, we train basketball fundamentals like shooting, dribbling, and defense and then advance those concepts to include improving speed & agility, reading defenses, and reacting to the play on the court.
BBA also specializes in character development BBA is committed to these 3 core values:
BBA trained athletes recognize they cannot be successful on their own.
BBA trained athletes take responsibility for their choices.
BBA trained athletes never quit.

At BBA we look forward to sharing our professional experience and secrets of the trade with the goal of developing athletes to their fullest potential. Our programs build confidence, self-esteem, and a wide-ranging skill set that transcend the court and will be beneficial throughout life.


6th-9th grader, for CMIT South, April 12th-May 31, Thursday 3:00-4:15 pm, @CMIT South GYM, $130


To register the program go to www.clfadvancedstudies.org/basketball

Cihan Bicer
CLF Student Activities Director

Dear CMIT- South Parents and Students,

Thank you for your commitment and involvement in our extracurricular activities. As always, we are so proud of our scholars and their performance which made Black History Night very successful event. This event would not be successful without hard work of students, parent & PTO support and teacher commitment.

CMIT-South administration and teachers also want to thank USA Today for their generosity for donating Black History Month 2018 Special Edition publication to our school. We want to send our special thanks to Mr.Hutchinson for providing this opportunity to our community.

We are so happy to be part of CMIT-South family.

CMIT Administration & Staff

We need your support, please join the CMITSouth PTO today. The cost is $15 per family, teacher or company.

Click Here to sign-up today: https://www.pt-avenue.com/login.asp - Enter CMITSPTO. You can view instructions under ‘New Membership’ or ’Renew Membership’ section. If you have questions, please contact the Administrator, Lorna Campbell at lcampbellpto@gmail.com

CMIT South PTO

We are cleaning up and getting ready for our Gently Used Uniform Sale!
If you have donations, please drop them off in the Parent Room anytime throughout the month of March.

Please be sure they are cleaned and placed in a bag.

Thank you in advance for your support.

CMIT South PTO

Background Check Information – Please check in at the CMIT South Front Desk if you already have a background on file. Due to a recent change in policy (Administrative Procedure 4215), commercial background checks can no longer be utilized for field trips.
• Cost of Fingerprint Background Check $56.57
• Cost of Commercial Background Check $7.00 (not applicable for field trips)
The Fingerprint Office accepts payment in the form of cash, money order, debit/Visa/MasterCard.
For questions, contact the Background Unit at 301.952.7831; email hr.backgroundunit@pgcps.org or go to http://www.pgcps.org/fingerprinting/

CMIT South PTO

Please remember to use Amazon Smile for your next birthday and gift purchase. This is another way to support the PTO effort to raise money for student programs at CMIT South. We receive a percentage of the total sale. Feel free to spread the word!

CMIT South PTO

Yes, kickball. Some of you parents remember when you played this sport. CMIT South students certainly know what kickball is!!

Saturday mornings in the Soccer Field, starting at 9:15am -11:15am parents and students are welcome to take part in some basic/intermediate/advance kickball fundamentals. This is opportunity to take part in a different form of exercise.

It doesn’t matter the level of one’s fitness abilities. Participants can move at their OWN pace. The kickball clinic will have coaches that will provide the guidance and various drills activities.

Drills may consist of but not limited to: chest pass throws, one arm throws, scooping the kickball up from the ground and throwing to a base, catching the ball, kicking bunts down third base or first base, running the bases (1st, 2nd, 3rd).

In between drills other exercises will be performed such as but not limited to: Squats; Push ups; Running to the front and back of the soccer field; jumping jacks; and planks.

Cost is $5.00 per person in which all proceeds go to the PTO.

A waiver form releasing CMIT of any liabilities will be required to be signed.

Looking forward to seeing YOU at CMIT South’s Kickball Clinic.

PS: Your child may attend Saturday Academy while you get your workout in!!!

CMIT South PTO

Attention Current 10th Grade Students:

Are you interested in spending a week in the summer at Howard University? Are you interested in computers, business, or STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math)?

If you answered yes to the above questions, you will definitely want to check out the residential summer programs offered by Howard University. Please visit the site below to review the different programs offered.

http://www.bschool.howard.edu/go/special_programs/summer_camps.html

Ms. Amos
Professional School Counselor

The Busch School Summer Business Institute is an exciting week-long educational experience in business innovation, entrepreneurship, leadership, and ethics through the lens of Catholic Social Doctrine. Rising juniors will have the opportunity to dive hands-on into business principles, competitions, and applications, while experiencing a taste of college life in Washington, DC. The cost of the program is ONLY $300- all meals, housing, and excursions included (there is also a $50 application fee).

The week will feature presentations and workshops put on by the top men and women in their fields, allowing students to engage with real-world business practitioners and entrepreneurs. Throughout the week, students will create their own business idea and present to CUA “Shark Tank” judges.

Applications for the program are NOW LIVE and can be found on the website, CatholicSBI.org.

Click the link below to view the video for the program. Interested students can go to the program website (above) and email cua-summerinstitute@cua.edu if they would like more information.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tbuLRV7tEQk

Ms. Amos
Professional School Counselor

CMIT South Soccer Update

Girl's and Boy's soccer tryouts are scheduled to be held on March 12th.
Students must possess and maintain at least a 2.0 GPA in order to participate in PGCPS Interscholastic Athletics. Also, student/athletes are required to have a signed parent permission slip and signed medical physical evaluation form to be completed by a Licensed Physician before they may participate in any school sponsored interscholastic athletic activity.

http://www1.pgcps.org/athletics/athletics-participation-forms.htm

Please forward any questions or concerns to Mr. K. Young @ kyoung@cmitsouth.org.

Kevin Young
Athletic Director

Collection for the Franklin Institute and North Bay Field Trips will occur March 2nd, 5th, and 7th. Payments will only be collected during homeroom and lunch. I will be going to all of the lunches. Please bring exact change.

There are 200 seats available for the Franklin Institute Field Trip on March 29th.

The North Bay Field Trip has allotted 50 male and 50 female seats. The total cost is $300. This can be broken up into three installments. The first installment will be collected March 2nd, 5th, and 7th. At this time you may pay the first $100 or the entire $300 fee.

Students must not have lost more than 15 SIS points between February 1-28, 2018. They must not have received any Level III or IV Disciplinary violations during the period prior to the trip.

Last, a PDF version of the permission slips for both field trips will be in the March 2nd newsletter. Paper copies will go home on February 28th.

CMIT South Secretary

On behalf of the PTO we congratulate you on a successful Black History Program. Everyone did a magnificent job in pulling all the pieces together.We can't wait until the next one!

CMIT South PTO

Congratulations to our High School Boy's and Girl's basketball teams for making the Maryland State Playoffs in their inaugural Varsity seasons. Our Boy's secured the #1 seed and earned a first round bye in the 1A division. CMIT South girl's achieved a #5 seed in the 1A division.

Many thanks go to the players, coaches, parents and other supporters of our first year program.

CMIT South will be hosting a second round playoff game for the boy's on Monday, February 26th, at 6:00 p.m. against the winner of the Surrattsville/Croom game. Please come out and show your support. Plan to arrive early, space will be very limited.

Go Tigers!!!!!

8th grade at CMIT South visited the Junior Achievement Park in Landover, MD this week. Students engaged in financial planning simulations to prepare them for the financial realities of life and how they to make smart financial decisions. In preparation for this trip, the students had worked on the curriculum in their their Social Studies and Math classes.

Many, many thanks to all the parent volunteers who made this possible.

CMIT South

Just a head's up from the Science department.

STEM and Maker's Fair boards will be picked up during next week's last period classes. Teachers will bring their classes at a designated time during the week and students will pick up their boards to bring home.

By the end of next week, boards not picked up by students will be recycled.

Have a great weekend!

Science Team

Dear Parent or Guardian,

Join me in congratulating our High School JV Basketball team on their outstanding 16-3 season!

Go Tigers,

Mr. Chipriano
jchipriano@cmitsouth.org

Greetings CMIT-South Family,

Due to unforeseen circumstances, we were unable to release candidate information forms for National Junior Honor Society this week as planned. The forms will be released the week of February 26th. We apologize for the delay and thank you for your patience. Please direct all inquiries to njhs@cmitsouth.org

Mrs. T. Green

Who: Open to all students

Where: Franklin Institute Science Museum, Philadelphia PA

When: March 29, 2018

Cost: $50:00

Website: https://www.fi.edu/explore-the-museum


Who: Open to all 8th - 10th Grade students

Where: George Mason University

When: May 1, 2018

Cost: $15:00


Who: Open to all students

Where: NorthBay Adventure Camp, Northeast MD

When: June 11 - 15, 2018

Cost: $300:00 (to be paid in 3 installments)

Website: http://northbayadventure.org/

CMIT South

• MONDAY, FEBRUARY 26,2018
o CMIT South Boys are in the Playoffs taken place @6pm at CMIT South Gym. Tickets are $5.00. A Pep Rally will take place prior to the game.

• FRIDAY, MARCH 2, 2018
First Friday’s -Lunch on Me Campaign begins for the month of January. We ask parents to donate their lunch money the 1st Friday of each month ($8 each month for 8 months). Participate on pt-avenue.com (organization code -CMITSPTO) and look for the online store or drop your donation in the First Friday Drop Box near the front desk. Thank you.

• FRIDAY, MARCH 16 2018
o Talent Show -- 6:30pm - 10pm - Sponsored by SGA High School - Cost - $5.00

• FRIDAY, MARCH 23 2018
o Class of 2022 is sponsoring a Middle School Dance

• WEDNESDAY, MARCH 28 2018
o CMIT SOUTH PTO MEETING- Nominations will be open for PTO Board positions for the 2018-2019 School Year.

CMIT South PTO

Greetings CMIT-South Family!

We are almost there! We need at least 5 more registered donors to meet our goal for the blood drive! Please show your support to save lives by registering to participate.

You are eligible to donate if:

-You are at least 17 years old, (16 with written parental consent).
-There is no upper age limit.
-You weigh at least 110 pounds.
-You are in good health.

If you have an eligibility question, please call 1-866- 236-3276.

Please click on the link below to show your support and donate the gift of life.

https://goo.gl/forms/4ZuEf35Y8BVXJVuL2

Mrs. T. Green

Talent Show
- Friday, March 16, 2018
- 6:30pm - 10pm
- Sponsored by SGA High School
- Cost - $5.00

*** Volunteers are needed for ticket sales and run concessions ***
http://www.signupgenius.com/go/60b0d4faca92fa4fd0-talent

CMIT South PTO

Do you possess a strong sense of right and wrong? Are you interested in helping to champion legal causes in the society? Well, the teen court is a great training ground for you.

Overview
Teen court is a program in which first time juvenile offenders are diverted from the auspices of the Juvenile Justice system and provided with a second chance. These offenders are provided an opportunity to admit their guilt, and to perform various tasks as punishment for their crimes.

Goals
To hold youth accountable for their actions
To educate youth on the impact of their actions
To provide a meaningful forum for youth to practice and enhance skills
To reduce juvenile recidivism

Teen Volunteers
Perform roles of prosecuting and defense attorneys, bailiffs, clerks and jurors. Sentencing is determined solely by the teen juries. In addition, teen volunteers receive community service hours for their participation.

When?
5 p.m. - 7:30 p.m
1st and 3rd Thursday of every month
Courtroom M1404
Check-in time is promptly at 5 p.m. in room M1404
You are required to dress appropriately following the Teen Court Dress Code.

Teen court packet attached. For more information, visit https://www.princegeorgescountymd.gov/769/Teen-Court

Attachment(s)

CMIT South

Terp Scholars enroll in one three-credit course that is at the cutting-edge of theory, thought, and technology. Courses feature field trips or guest speakers designed to broaden understanding of the field through career discovery. Outside of class, students should expect to spend several hours a day on course-related assignments.

Classes meet every day, Monday-Friday, with meeting times varying according to the specific course. Both credit and grade earned post to the UMD transcript and become part of the student record. The course may not be taken pass-fail or audit.

Courses are offered in a broad range of academic disciplines from UMD’s Colleges and Schools. Students should expect to purchase books, class packets, or classroom supplies. Each course description features a link to the sample syllabus that lists specific requirements for that course.

On the application, you’ll be asked to make a second choice in the event the first selection has filled. Course selection is processed on a first-come, first serve basis when the complete application packet has been received.

Students must attend the program in its entirety. Students are not permitted to miss class time, including arriving late and/or leaving early. Anyone who has an obligation such as employment, club sport, travel, or similar commitment should consider whether this will interfere with program requirements. Courses are part of the University’s Summer Term, follow University policies and procedures, and are subject to change. The University reserves the right to cancel courses due to insufficient enrollment or for other reasons it deems necessary. Click on the link below to learn more.

https://oes.umd.edu/middle-high-school-students/terp-young-scholars/terp-young-scholars-courses

Courtesy of UMD

Hello all,
Just a reminder that I am available during Thursday and Friday mornings if students need extra help.

I also wanted to provide upcoming topics and assignments.

Biology:
- We just finished parts of the cell.
- The cell project has everything posted on Edmodo and is due March 5th
- Students will have a short cell quiz in the next few days
- Our next topics will be cellular transport and cell division
- Once we cover those there will be a Unit Test


Physics:
- We are continuing with gravity and rotational motion
- There will be a notebook quiz next week
- Following gravity and rotational motion we will have a short quiz
- Waves will be the next topic of discussion

Have a good week!

Mr. Wassam

Good Afternoon,

Please come out and support the CMIT South High School Basketball Team on Monday, February 26th!  They will be playing the winner of the Croom vs. Surratsville game.  A Pep Rally for CMIT South middle and high school students will take place prior to the High School Basketball game which starts at 6 pm.  The Pep Rally will take place in the CMIT South gymnasium directly afterschool.  The first 50 tickets sold will cost $5.  The PTO will be selling tickets during the lunch on Monday, February 26th.  Once the 50 tickets are sold out students/parents may purchase tickets at the door for $6, per the MPSSAA (Maryland Public Secondary Schools Athletic Association) guidelines.  Children under seven years old will receive free admission.  Adult supervision will be provided for students who purchase tickets to attend the Pep Rally so students would not have to go home before the game starts. PTO will be selling pizza and snacks.

Have a great weekend!

We look forward to your support on Monday!

Athletic Department

A free community workshop is being offered on Saturday, Feb. 24, 2018 from 10:30 a.m. to noon at the Harmony Hall Regional Center in Fort Washington, Maryland.
10701 Livingston Road, Fort Washington, MD 20744

This workshop is FREE for everyone:
**High School Students seeking a student loan
**College Students with an existing student loan
**Parent, family, teachers, and school counselors who provide advice

This will be an excellent opportunity for high-school parents to get prepared for the college days ahead. Come learn what you need to know about student loans before going to college and how to manage your student loans after you graduate.

(Contact econdev@dstfwac.org for more information.)

CMIT South PTO

First Friday’s -Lunch on Me Campaign is still on-going! We are asking parents to donate their lunch money the 1st Friday of each month ($8 each month for 8 months). You can pay $8 a month or $64 per family. Participate on pt-avenue.com (organization code -CMITSPTO) and look for on-line store or drop your donation in the First Friday Drop Box near the front desk.

We need your help to make this a successful campaign.

Thank you.

CMIT South PTO

What is the Uniform Policy?
The uniform policy can be found on our website, under Students tab. http://cmitsouth.org/uniform-policy/

How do we order uniform items?
Uniform items can be ordered by completing the online order form: https://anderon-mmp.myshopify.com/ or www.cmituniforms.com

Do I have to purchase uniforms from this vendor?

No, however, uniforms purchased from other vendors must have 100% identical color tone and the CMIT South logo. The current uniform vendor provides donation to the CMIT South PTO based on sales. Each uniform purchase from Minuteman Press is contribution to the school. 

What is CMIT South's Daily Schedule?
8:20am - 8:35am:
- Student arrival (drop off is at the side entrance)
- Doors close at 8:35am (after 8:35am parents need to sign late students in at the Front Office)

8:20am - 8:45am:
- Homeroom (Breakfast is available during this time until 8:45am)

8:45am - 2:49pm for 6th & High School grades and 8:45am - 2:54pm for 7th & 8th grades: 
- Academic instruction

2:49/2:54pm - 3:10 pm: 
Student pick-up outside (Students who are not picked up by 3:10pm will be waiting outside for their ride. There is no adult supervision for these students during this time).

Clubs and enrichment activities will begin immediately following dismissal. All club/enrichment participants must report directly to the cafeteria. Students who continuously fail to report directly to their designated locations will lose the privilege to participate in any after school activities. 

How do I pay for my child's lunch?
Breakfast and lunch are served every day. You can add money to your child's account by visiting this link. You can also pay by cash or money order in the cafeteria. 

Can my child bring their own lunch to school?
Students can bring a lunch from home. Lunches can be stored in the student's locker. Microwaves are available in the cafeteria to warm food. Refrigerators are not available for students. Lunch taken to lunch room should be consumed in lunch room. Student cannot return to locker after lunch. All lunch bags should be left in lockers if student do not wish to place in bins after lunch. Lunch bags are not allowed in class.

What do they serve for school lunch?
A monthly menu is provided by Food and Nutrition Services. Click here for lunch and breakfast menu.

What is the academic calendar?
CMIT follows the Prince George's County Public School calendar found here. To receive notifications of PGCPS school cancellations by providing information here.

Where can I find information about CMIT events and updates?
Every Friday CMIT South publishes its weekly newsletter. It is HIGHLY recommended that you subscribe to the newsletter. It is a vital means of communication between CMIT South and stakeholders. Please click here to subscribe to CMIT South Newsletter. Please visit www.cmitsouth.org for more information.