We have made it through the first month of school, we do still have eight months to go and much work to be done. We had unprecedented attendance during the Back to School Nights and PTO Meetings. We have also had impressive attendance to the Parent Breakfast. I want to thank our students, staff and parent for a strong start to the school year. We hope to maintain this momentum. In order to continue to ensure success for your scholars, please help by doing the following: -- Check Edmodo often to track student work and progress -- Communicate frequently with teacher via email -- If further help is needed, escalate to grade level administrator for help -- Provide the space and time for your scholar to complete their assignments -- Encourage further studying Thank you and I wish us all a successful school year.

Lara Asafa, Principal

As promised, CMIT South MS/HS tested out three drop off and pick up lanes instead of two starting on Monday 09/24/2018. The implementation on this new pattern has been successful so far. In the coming days, the lanes will be stripped and cones removed. Please continue to help this improvement process by observing the following: -- Do not arrive at the school way ahead of time, arrive at school close to dismissal time. This removes the accumulation of traffic for extended periods of time and the inconveniences to our business neighbors. -- While in line waiting to get into the lot pull as far over to the right as you can so the people who work or are making deliveries in this area can still get by. We are sharing the roads with them and attempting to get everyone where they need to go. -- Pull all the way up in lane as you wait for your child, this allows more vehicles off the street. -- Do not block the road in front of the school or businesses, both while trying to get into the parking lot or by parking in the fire lane out front. This makes it harder for everyone to drive respectfully. Leave room for vehicles to get by or into the various parking lots. -- The transport vans/buses are parking in the alley behind the school and they should be the only ones back there. If you child rides a transport bus have them proceed to the vans/buses as soon as they are able. Students should not be boarding Vans/buses on the street. -- Advise all scholars to remain on CMIT South MS/HS property, do not encourage students to walk off the property. CMIT South MS/HS has no jurisdiction beyond its property cannot monitor students beyond the property. -- Appreciate the efforts of those who are volunteering to help by being respectful and following the traffic pattern.

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Lara Asafa, Principal

CMIT South offers free Saturday Academy for enrichment in Math and Reading and it will began on October 6,2018. Students in need of additional support in their classwork or homework may attend. Some students are also being recommended to attend. Please refer to the schedule and plan to be punctual and consistent in your attendance to fully benefit from the session you choose. Saturday Academy schedule: 09:00 – 11:00 || 1st Study Session 11:00 – 01:00 || 2nd Study Session 01:00 || Dismissal- Please be on time! Students are free to attend the session that works for them. Students attending both sessions will need to arrive at 9:00 am and will be dismissed at 1:00 pm. If you plan to have your child attend both sessions please provided them with a snack. We look forward to seeing you on Saturdays.

Georgia Jones, Coordinator

The Student Government Association is an elected and appointed group of students with representative powers in the school and in the community. Some goals of the Student Government are to: -- represent the interests of the student body in school-related decisions -- keep the student body informed of relevant issues -- coordinate student activities that increase school spirit and create a positive atmosphere -- maintain a positive relationship between the students and the community We are looking for students who wish to represent the 18 colleges on the middle school side. Interested contestants for class rep should complete the interest form for their colleges. There will be an opportunity to present your platform to your classmate before they vote. Campaign and platform presentation will occur week of 10/08/2018. Please fill out the form below if you are interested in representing your college. https://goo.gl/forms/jCf0Hp4DbgsQ7poa2

D'Juan Tucker - MS SGA Advisor

Thank you for your interest in running for Student Government/Class Officer. Student Government/Class Officers represent the student body of Chesapeake Math and IT Academy South High School and must be responsible, hard-working and of good character. Working with the Sponsors of SGA, this association demonstrates leadership by organizing and completing many activities on campus (dances, spirit week, community service projects, etc.). Students interested in serving as an officer of SGA must be willing to commit their time and efforts in this endeavor. Students who have jobs or other conflicts, and those wishing to take leadership merely for a college application, are not encouraged to apply. For those students that want to work to make a significant difference in their high school, it is a rewarding and challenging experience. With that said, if you meet the criteria described, we encourage you to take an active role in your school by running for Student Government/Class officer. It is a fun and rewarding experience with lessons that will benefit you for a lifetime. The application is posted in RELA Edmodo and on this post. A hard (paper) copy will be due October 5th to Mr. Wassam in room 334.

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2017-2018 Student Government Association Officers Chesapeake Math and It Academy South High School

Picture Day is OCTOBER 8TH and quickly approaching! Lifetouch order forms have already been sent home with your students. Orders can also be placed online at mylifetouch.com using the Picture Day ID: MJ018184Q0. If your order is placed online, you do not need to return the form. Purchasing pictures is optional, however we would like ALL students to take a photo for the yearbook. There is no cost to take a picture. Both the CMIT South white oxford with logo and tie is REQUIRED to take school pictures. Students should come to school dressed for pictures. Any student that has P.E. on picture day can bring their shirt and tie to school. Students can put them on over their P.E. shirt when it is time to take their picture. Please note that there will be no loaner shirts provided on picture day. We will have ties on hand if needed to sit for their picture. Mrs. Renea Fletcher, Picture Day Coordinator Photo courtesy of Pixabay

Mrs. Holland-Wallace

The CMIT South PTO Board is excited to work with the CMIT South Community to do great things in this new school year. We will need your support to make the activities and programs successful. Please join us and sign-up to be a CMIT South PTO member today. It is $15 per family. Teachers and businesses can join for $15 too! We will be accepting membership payments for 2018-2019 school year at PTO General Meeting on throughout the month of October, 2018. CASH, CHECKS, and CREDIT will be accepted. Please feel free to sign-up via www.pt-avenue.com , CMIT South PTO membership tool and pay with Paypal. Simply click on 'Login' icon and then enter the organization code 'CMITSPTO' and then click on the 'Register' icon. Once complete you will be asked to make your payment through the "Online Store'. Your membership dues is a contribution that will support activities and programs offered to our CMIT South Community. We look forward to you becoming a part of a great school community.

CMIT South PTO

First Friday’s -Lunch on Me Campaign will start October 5th! Last year we started this campaign and we had some parents participate, but we need more. It is easy and simple. 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 total. Payments can be made via: - A Drop Box in the drop-off line on 1st Friday Mornings; - Drop Box near the front office area; - On-line store through pt-avenue.com by entering organization code -CMITSPTO. We are challenging each of you to help us reach the goal of having a minimum of 100 parents, friends, and family to contribute to this fundraising campaign. This would produce a profit of a minimum of $6,400 to go towards CMIT South PTO activities. We will provide an update on the fundraising success throughout the year. We need your help to make this a successful campaign. Thank you.

CMIT South PTO

Hello CMIT South Family, As the new school year is about to start for 2018-2019, please think about supporting CMIT South PTO. When you are shopping for books, clothes, school supplies and soon holiday gifts, please remember to use AmazonSmile for your next 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! Go to smile.amazon.com and look for CMIT South PTO. Here are some frequently asked question about AmazonSmile: How do I shop at AmazonSmile? To shop at AmazonSmile simply go to smile.amazon.com from the web browser on your computer or mobile device. You may also want to add a bookmark to smile.amazon.com to make it even easier to return and start your shopping at AmazonSmile. How much of my purchase does Amazon donate? The AmazonSmile Foundation will donate 0.5% of the purchase price from your eligible AmazonSmile purchases. The purchase price is the amount paid for the item minus any rebates and excluding shipping & handling, gift-wrapping fees, taxes, or service charges. How do I select a charitable organization to support when shopping on AmazonSmile? On your first visit to AmazonSmile smile.amazon.com, you need to select a charitable organization to receive donations from eligible purchases before you begin shopping. AmazonSmile will remember your selection, and then every eligible purchase you make at smile.amazon.com will result in a donation. Thank you for your support,

CMIT South PTO

Hello CMIT South Parents and Scholars, WOW! it's October! Only a few more weeks for our first box top collection contest to end. Scholars can receive a FREE PIZZA LUNCH from PTO Box Top Committee for the university/class that turns in the most box tops. Two places to turn them in, the front office and box top bins in selected classrooms. Collection ends October 29, 2018. Parents do you always forget to cut off the box tops? If so, you can download the Box Top App, add our school, scan your receipt at end of your transaction, and we can earn money that way too! Happy Clipping and Good Luck on winning the FREE PIZZA LUNCH! Thank you.

CMIT-S PTO Box Top Committee

Who: Open to all students Where: Como Agua para Chocolate by Laura Esquivel at the Hispanic Gala Theatre in Washington, D.C. When: October 5, 2018 Cost: $30.00 Who: Open to all 6th - 8th Grade students Where: George Mason University (Tentative) When: October 31, 2018 Cost: $15:00

CMIT South

Parents, We are fast approaching the senior year for our students! Our goal is to keep you informed of all the important information to get our students prepared to graduate. One way to do that is through our newsletter. Attached is the first newsletter that will provide very important information. Please read! Our first parent meeting will be held on October 4th. PLEASE DO NOT MISS IT. Details can be found in the newsletter.

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Thanks, Class of 2020 Graduation Committee

The planning has begun for the 8th grade scholars' end of the year celebration and promotion ceremony. Last night, September 27th we were able to regroup and sign-up for committees to support the 8th grade activities. If you were not able to attend and want communication about the 8th grade activities planned or if you have ideas to share we encourage Parents and Students to sign-up here ====> https://www.signupgenius.com/go/4090948AFAE2EA3FA7-cmit3

CMIT South PTO

Greetings CMIT South MS/HS Family! We are fast approaching our first field trip of the 2018-2019 School Year! On October 5th CMIT South will take 150 students to the Hispanic Gala Theater in Washington, D.C. Students must wear their CMIT South Oxford Shirt, Blue Tie and Uniform Pants. Permission slip and money collection will take place starting Monday, October 1st during all lunch periods. Field trip seats are on a first come first serve basis. Please read all of the information in the attached permission. Students must submit the completed bottom portion of the permission with their payment. Electronic submission of the permission slip are not valid. Hard copies of the permission slip may be found in the front office and in the cafeteria by the Enrichment desk. Payment may be submitted in the form of cash, check, or money order. Please make checks or money orders payable to CMIT South. Exact change for cash is greatly appreciated! We are always looking for parent chaperones. If you are interested, please make sure that you have submitted a copy of your background certification from PGCPS as well as the mandatory PGCPS Safe Schools Trainings. Have a great weekend!

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Ms. Fowlkes

Hello CMIT South Family, Fort Washington Alumnae Chapter (FWAC) of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Incorporated is accepting applications for membership for The Dr. Betty Shabazz Delta Academy and Delta GEMS (Growing and Empowering Myself Successfully) programs. The Dr. Betty Shabazz Delta Academy is one of the sorority’s national initiatives to enrich and enhance education of young ladies ages 11-14 (middle school) residing in Southern Prince George’s and Charles Counties. The purpose of the Delta GEMS program is also one of the sorority’s national initiatives to form a road-map for college and career planning which incorporates five major components: Scholarship, Sisterhood, Show Me the Money, Service, and Infinitely Complete. Delta GEMS provides a positive network for teenage girls’ ages 14-18 (high school) to strengthen and develop their will to achieve residing in Southern Prince George’s and Charles Counties. Online applications must be submitted no later than Friday, October 5, 2018. Please see attachments for more information and the online application link.

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CMIT-South- PTO

Hello CMIT South Family! You are cordially invited to join the c/o 2020 parents for a Paint & Sip hosted by our very own art teacher, Mr. Quinn. As we start a new school year, with new parents, this is a great way of getting to know one another. This event is open to all CMIT South parents. Please bring family, friends, spouses, etc. for an afternoon of socializing, painting, and sipping. Date: October 6th Time: 2:00 - 4:00 PM Location: CMIT South 9822 Fallard Court, Upper Marlboro, MD, 20774 Cost: $30 per person *Must be over the age of 21 - Please arrive on time* To purchase tickets or if you have any questions regarding this event, please email cmitsclassof2020@gmail.com Thank you, Class of 2020 ~Pictures courtesy of Google and 7-Themes~

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The Class of 2020 Parent/Graduation Committee

The Maryland Affiliate of NCWIT Aspirations is proud to host the seventh annual NCWIT Award for Aspirations in Computing (AiC) in 2018-2019. NCWIT represents the National Center for Women and Information Technology and in partnership with multiple companies, including Apple and the Bank of America, honors high school women pursuing their passions in computing and technology. Award recipients are selected for their aptitude and interest in IT and computing, solid leadership ability, community service and learning outside of school, good academic history, and plans for post-secondary education. Please see the attachment below for more information.

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Ms. Amos
Professional School Counselor

CLF-BBA Basketball training program at CMIT-South MS/HS. Please see attached flyer for details. Basketball after school program registrations will occur through CLF enrichment website: https://www.clfadvancedstudies.org/basketball. Parents will be able register and make the payments online. Grades 6 - 9 CMIT South Middle School 10 sessions at CMIT South Middle School Gym Thursdays Oct 4, 11, 18, 25, Nov 1, 8, 15, 29, Dec 6, Dec 13 3:00 - 4:15 pm $165

CLF-BBA

Greetings Parents & Scholars, We have made it through the first month of school. Next week (Tuesday October 2nd- Section 101 and Wednesday October 3rd- Section 102 and 103) there will be a test on Measurement (slides are in the measurement folder) . Please review what was discussed in class (SI Units/Metric Conversions, Accuracy/ Precision, Scientific Method/ Nature of Science, and Reading in Science- your notes and graded assignments/ assessment). Also - students have a lab report due next week (Friday October 5th). They have been instructed to answer their post - lab questions in the conclusion section of their report. Up next we'll be talking about The Big Bang Theory. So far as textbooks go - we will primarily be using the HMH Science Dimensions Earth & Space Science textbook. We will also be pulling from Chemistry and Biology texts as well. I will post reading materials on Edmodo as needed.

Anna McAllister CMIT South Science

Greetings Parents & Scholars, We have made it through the first month of school. Next week (Tuesday October 2nd) there will be a test on Measurement (slides are in the measurement folder). . Please review what was discussed in class (SI Units/Metric Conversions, Scientific Method/ Nature of Science - your notes and graded assignments/ assessment). Also - students have a lab report due next week (Friday October 5th). They have been instructed to answer their post - lab questions in the conclusion section of their report. Up next we'll be talking about Atomic Structure. So far as textbooks go - we are using Pearson Chemistry by Antony C Wilbraham and Dennis D Staley (2010). We are still working on getting students online access to the text. There is a classroom set of books. I will post reading on Edmodo as needed for now.

Anna McAllister CMIT South Science

Hello All! As the year continues I want to continue to share some helpful videos, while they do not have sound, they show how to access all the important features we will use in class. I will be posting a student and parent version of the videos. The student versions will be much longer and show more features as they are the ones who will be doing the work, but I will always be willing to answer questions to the best of my ability. This series will be focused on Google and more specifically Google Docs. Along with that, it even shows students how to make a copy of a document to their google drive and how to download it as a PDF or Word to upload to Edmodo for submission. I will upload more Google help as I make the videos. Disclaimer: The codes and emails provided in the video are just for demonstration and will not be active emails or groups. Again, I am willing to answer any question to the best of my ability and will post more help videos as I make them. Get ready for a great year!

Mr. Wassam

Hello families, I just wanted to provide a few updates for my two science classes this year. I am teaching Biology and Physics this year and have broken down the updates below. I will also be starting a parent email group so that if someone does not read the newsletter, I can send updates via email. A lot of helpful material can be found on Edmodo and even some extra practice for students. Biology Update: - We are finishing up Unit 1 in the coming days - We have conducted one lab, had one quiz, and are preparing for the Unit 1 test - This unit has covered a number of topics that must be mastered for a successful year - Some topics covered: Scientific Process, Science in Context, Scientific Tools, What is Biology - This week we will review Unit 1 and take the Unit 1 test - The Unit 1 test will not be reflected in the upcoming progress reports Physics Update (Similar to Biology): - We are finishing up Unit 1 in the coming days - We have conducted one lab, had one quiz, and are preparing for the Unit 1 test - Math has been essential and will continue to be necessary to understand and apply concepts for the year - Other topics covered: Data Collection, Graphing, Vectors, One-Dimensional Motion - This week we will review Unit 1 and take the Unit 1 test - The Unit 1 test will not be reflected in the upcoming progress reports As always please feel free to email me with any questions!

Mr. Wassam

School Code – CEEB Code The Chesapeake Math and IT Public Charter –South CEEB (College Entrance Examination Board) code / School Code is 210161 This code should be used when registering for the SAT or ACT exams.

Mr.Taner
Assistant Principal

Cirkled In is offering a new $2500 scholarship available for students in 8th-12th grade. It’s an easy scholarship to apply for, with no income bracket requirements, no minimum GPA, and no lengthy essay to write. Students can use it for any educational need, such as college tuition (4 year, 2 year, or trade school), books and supplies, even transportation if necessary. It’s free to apply. If you have any questions, please contact: Jena Robinson Head of Marketing E: jenar@cirkledin.com M: 541.556.7857 www.cirkledin.com

Ms. Amos
Professional School Counselor

In an effort to keep all scholars safe, PGCPS has asked that all volunteers complete the SafeSchools online safety training program that is designed to train contractors and volunteers on school-related safety issues. Volunteers who regularly support the school as field trip chaperones, mentors, interns, tutors and others must complete the following on-line training modules: - Prince George’s County Child Abuse Mandatory Reporting - Prince George’s County Public Schools’ Student Safety Procedural Changes - Bloodborne Pathogens Exposure Prevention Please click here to get started =====> https://www.pgcps.org/required-training/ Background Checks and Fingerprinting Fees - https://www.pgcps.org/fingerprinting/ - Fingerprinting and Child Protective Services(CPS) Clearance $61 For all PGCPS employees, volunteers assisting on campus more than once each school year with students and/or chaperoning on field trips, and independent contractors. - Commercial Background Check $15 (online only at www.myschoolbucks.com) – Only referees, athletic officials and independent contractors who do not have unsupervised access to students may utilize the Commercial Background Check Please complete your training, fingerprinting and background checks as soon as possible! We can use your support in upcoming CMIT South programs. We need all the volunteers to make this a great new school year! Thank you in advance for doing your part.

CMIT South PTO

Greetings, The Spanish Department has a Field Trip to participate in the performance Como Agua para Chocolate by Laura Esquivel at the Hispanic Gala Theatre in Washington, D.C. The Field Trip will be Friday October 5, 2018. Tickets are $30.00 and will be sales at lunches in the cafeteria the following days: Monday October 1, Tuesday October 2, and Wednesday October 3. All CMIT-South students are invited to participate. For more information contact Mr. Arroyo at farroyo@cmitsouth.org.

Department Chair, Mr. Arroyo

Parents when dashing in to pick up your child please make sure you do not BLOCK other cars in. On early release day's Enrichment closes at 4pm. Star students must be picked up by 2pm and Scholars must be picked up by 4pm. A LATE FEE will be assessed upon arrival if any child is late being picked up. Clubs start Monday, October 1st. Only enrichment students will be allowed to enter through the cafeteria. All students attending clubs in the morning and/or meeting with a teacher must access the building through the front main entrance. Students reporting late to their morning commitment will be warned and may be disallowed from continuing. The morning drop in care is at capacity and cannot accommodate more students. Notice will be sent out if and when another session opens. Please email CLF Office to get your child's name on the waitlist. They can be reached via email - enrichment@clfmd.org.

Mrs. Caple-Price Enrichment Coordinator

High School Students: Just a friendly reminder.. please complete the college visit interest survey that was sent to your CMIT-South email account by 3pm on Friday, October 5, 2018. Your response will help me plan which colleges we visit/have speak at our school this school year.

Ms. Amos
Professional School Counselor

Parents, Thank you for your interest in the MOD student club. The application deadline is scheduled for September 28, 2018. However, due to 2-Hour early dismissal on the 28th, the application deadline will be extended to October 1, 2018 for your convenience. Please make sure all applications are submitted in their entirety. If you have any questions, please contact Dee Wells-Holder at dwellsholder@cmitsouth.org. Thank you in advance for your support!

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Mrs. Dee Wells-Holder * Resource Teacher * dwellsholder@cmitsouth.org

PGCPS would like us to remind you of appropriate activities that count towards Student Service Learning hours. Please note the following: Service-learning whose purposes are to increase voter registration and participation and/or implement voter education activities on particular issues may be counted toward the service-learning graduation requirement. Students may not endorse or campaign for an individual candidate.

Ms. Amos
Professional School Counselor

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?

Families wishing to purchase uniform in store may visit:

All American Wear, Inc.

5001-B Forbes Boulevard

Lanham, MD 20706

301-459-5000

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 - 8:40am:
- Student arrival (drop off is at the side entrance)
- Doors close at 8:40am (after 8:40am 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. 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.