On behalf of the CMIT South MS/HS students, staff and community, we would like to extend our gratitude to the Very Involved Parents (VIPs) who planned, scheduled and ensured that all students and classes got an opportunity to get their pictures taken on Picture Day. We cannot do any of the work we do without our village. Our village is very much appreciated. Many, many, many thanks.

Lara Asafa, Principal

Saludos, Es hora de celebrar la Herencia Hispana !!!! El Departamento de Español de CMIT-Sur tiene el placer de celebrar la herencia hispana y comenzamos a preparar una actividad impresionante. La actividad será el 19 de octubre de 2018 a las 6:00 pm. Los boletas están a la venta en la cafetería a la hora de almuerzo. Si estás interesado en formar parte de la actividad, comuníquese con el Sr. Arroyo, la Sra. Berroa, la Sra. Marchese y la Sra. Feliciano lo antes posible. Padres y maestros son bienvenidos para ayudar al Departamento de Español con la logística y organización de la actividad. Para más información favor de comunicarse al siguiente correo electrónico: farroyo@cmitsouth.org. Greetings, It's time to celebrate Hispanic Heritage !!!! The Spanish Department of CMIT-South has the pleasure of celebrating the Hispanic heritage and we began to prepare an impressive activity. The activity will be on October 19, 2018 at 6:00 p.m. Tickets are on sale in the cafeteria at lunch time. If you are interested in being part of the activity, contact Mr. Arroyo, Mrs. Berroa, Mrs. Marchese and Mrs. Feliciano as soon as possible. Parents and teachers are welcome to help the Spanish Department with the logistics and organization of the activity. For more information, please contact the following email address: farroyo@cmitsouth.org.

Thank You for being part of CMIT-South family, Spanish Department

CMIT South MS/HS will be participating in a the "Great Shakeout" Earthquake Drill on October 18. 2018. This drill will take place around 10:00am. Please note that any parents present in and/or around the school house during this time will be expected to participate in the drill. Please help to prepare your scholar with this video. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GSDmqLQmMN0&feature=youtu.be

CMIT South MS/HS

Greetings CMIT South Family, On October 31st 100 of our 6th through 8th grade scholars will have the opportunity to visit George Mason University. Available seats are on a first come first serve basis. Permission slips were passed out during last period on Friday, October 12th. Copies were also left in the desks in the front lobby and at the Enrichment sign in/sign out area. Payments and permission slips must be turned in in person. We are not able to accept electronic payments or permission slips. The cost of this trip is $25. Payment may be made via cash, check or money order. Exact change is always helpful. If paying by check or money order, please make it out to CMIT South. The cost includes transportation and lunch that will be provided by the George Mason Cafeteria. Outside lunch is not permitted by the University. All students must wear their CMIT South Oxford Shirt and Tie. Please visit All American Wear to purchase these items prior to the field trip. CMIT South Scholars must be in field trip attire to attend field trips. Last, if you would like to chaperone, please make sure that you have completed and submitted a copy of the Safe Schools Trainings Certificate, as well as turned in a copy of your PGCPS background check to the front office. You may also email it to secretary@cmitsouth.org. Thank you for assistance and have a great weekend!

Ms. Fowlkes

The Class of 2023 Presents - A Trunk and Treat Event at CMIT South MS/ HS Friday, October 26, 2018 4:00 pm to 7:00 pm CMIT South MS/HS Parking Lot Prize for the “Best Decorated Trunk” Admission $5.00 Trunk-or-Treat is an event that brings Halloween to the CMIT South MS/HS back parking lot. Children go from car to car in place of going house to house. Parents from the school will decorate their car and provide treats for all that descend on the CMIT South parking lot. Costumes are not required, but welcomed. This event is open to the CMIT South Elementary, Middle and High School Scholars. Volunteers and Trunk Participants are needed!!! Please sign-up today ==> https://www.signupgenius.com/go/4090948AFAE2EA3FA7-class

CMIT-South- PTO Class of 2023

CMIT South offers free Saturday Academy for enrichment in Math and Reading and it 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

Hello HS Parents! SGA needs your help for 2 things for homecoming. 1. SGA needs PTO help and volunteers to sell homecoming tickets at lunch for the weeks leading up to homecoming. (October 15th - 26th) 2. SGA also needs parent chaperones willing to help set-up and supervise the homecoming dance on Saturday, October 27th. Please contact Mr. Wassam (SGA) at nwassam@cmitsouth.org or the volunteer coordinator Ms. Andrews (PTO) at vc.cmitspto@gmail.com Parents rock and all help is appreciated!

SGA Executive Officers

Friday, October 26, 2018 4:00 pm to 7:00pm CMIT South MS/HS Parking Lot Prize for the “Best Decorated Trunk” Admission $5.00 Trunk-or-Treat is an event that brings Halloween to the CMIT South MS/HS back parking lot. Children go from car to car in place of going house to house. Parents from the school will decorate their car and provide treats for the goblins, superheroes and fairy princesses that descend on the CMIT South parking lot. This invitation will also be extended to the students of CMIT South Elementary. Please look out for the Sign Up Genius. Volunteers are always needed!!!

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CMIT-South- PTO

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 the 2018-2019 school year at the next PTO General Meeting (Thursday, Nov. 8, 2018) or 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

The Mid-Atlantic fundraiser began last week and will end on October 18, 2018. Students that sell or donate at least 7- 10 items are able to participate in a fun party with all types of games and a chance to win extra money! Our goal is to raise over $12,000 to help fund the exciting programs planned this school year. Your contribution will help. Good luck! We hope to see you at the party!

CMIT-South- PTO

Hello CMIT South Parents and Scholars, October 29th is fast approaching, we need your help in collecting Box Tops. There are two ways you can help our school: 1. Is by the traditional way, clipping the box tops off of various products and sending them in with your scholars. 2. By downloading the app. and scan your receipt after you leave the register. Please watch this short video to see how easy it is. ==> https://youtu.be/3dbz3cW4dco The Class or University with the most box tops will receive a pizza lunch. Thank you

CMIT-S PTO Box Top Committee

- SATURDAY, OCTOBER 13, 2018 Fort Washington Alumnae Chapter, Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. - Delta GEMS/Delta Academy Program Mandatory Parent Meeting 10:00 a.m. CMIT South Auditorium - FRIDAY, OCTOBER 19, 2018 Hispanic Heritage Celebration- Tickets are $5. - SATURDAY, OCTOBER 20, 2018 Clean-up/Green-Up 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM CMIT South MS/HS Building Service Learning Opportunity CLASS 2023 Parent & Student Meeting Immediately after Clean-up/Green-up -FRIDAY, OCTOBER 26, 2018 Class of 2023 - Trunk and Treat Fundraising Event 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM Cost - $5.00 Volunteers and Participants Needed - https://www.signupgenius.com/go/4090948afae2ea3fa7-class - SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 3, 2018 CLF CultureFest 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. For more information - https://www.clfadvancedstudies.org/culturefest - THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 8, 2018 CMIT South General PTO Meeting Parent University will be offered - more information to come 5:30pm - 8:00 pm CMIT South Cafeteria

CMIT South PTO

The month of October has been recognized as Breast Cancer Awareness Month. **In order to help raise and spread awareness, October 16th will be a Pink Out!** Please join us in our efforts to raise awareness by wearing pink to school on Tuesday, October 16th. All students will be permitted to wear pink shirts/tops on Tuesday, October 16th. Students must still wear uniform bottoms and shoes. This is the perfect opportunity for us to show our support as a community.

Ms. Amos Professional School Counselor

The month of October is recognized as National Bullying Prevention Month. Prince George's County Public Schools is asking that all students, school staff, central office staff, and community partners unite during this month long effort and help raise awareness of bullying prevention through events, activities, outreach, and education. **In order to raise and spread awareness, October 23rd will be an Orange Out!** Please join us in our efforts by wearing orange to school on Tuesday, October 23rd. All students will be permitted to wear orange shirts on Tuesday, October 23rd. Students must still wear uniform bottoms and shoes. This is the perfect opportunity for us to spread the message that we are a bully-free school.

Ms. Amos Professional School Counselor

Who: Open to all 6th - 8th Grade students Where: George Mason University When: October 31, 2018 Cost: $25:00

CMIT South

I am happy to announce three upcoming college representative visits! Howard University, Bowie State University, and the Clark School of Engineering at The University of Maryland will be visiting CMIT-South to present to our 11th grade students. These presentations are meant to inform students on the admissions process, and the programs offered by each university. This is the perfect time to ask questions and make connections with the university representatives. Howard University: Monday, October 15th (6th and 7th period) Bowie State University: Monday, October 22nd (6th and 7th period) Clark School of Engineering at The University of Maryland: October 29th (6th and 7th period)

Ms. Amos
Professional School Counselor

Hello CMIT-South Community, The Executive Board SGA and officers would like to invite High Schoolers to the High School Homecoming on Saturday, October 27th. Tickets will be on sale starting October 15th at lunch and will be $10 during the first week of sales, $12 during the week prior to Homecoming and $15 at the door. Flyers will be posted and announcements made to remind students of ticket sales and the date of the event.

SGA Executive Officers

Come join us and TREAT some men in need !! The class of 2023 is supporting the Men at a Capital Heights Transitional Shelter. As Halloween approaches and you’re picking up goodies for the children who trick or treat, why not also pick up some toiletries for a man in need? Over the summer, some members of the Class of 2023 dropped off some food at the Prince George’s House Men’s Transitional Shelter in Capitol Heights, MD. During that visit, they learned that the men have a need for basic, everyday necessities like: • Soap • Deodorant • Toothpaste • Toothbrushes • Lotion • Razors • Shaving cream • Socks • Twin sheet sets If you’re able to donate, please bring your items to the school starting Monday, October 15th and no later than October 29, 2018 and place them in baskets near the front office Labeled CLASS 2023 Donations. Help us to send a huge care basket to the men in need! For more information, please contact Kimberly Simmons – kimvon73@gmail.com.

CMIT-South- PTO Class of 2023

-- Navigate to clfportal.org -- Click on Point Reward System -- Enter Username and Password -- Your username is the email you registered with CMIT South MS/HS -- If you do not know your username or password, click on “Retrieve Password”. -- Enter your email used for CMIT South MS/HS communications. -- Your password will be sent to this email. See pictures for help

CMIT SOUTH MS/HS

Umoja Girls Mentoring Club is back for another year of building SELF. This year our theme is SELF- I am my Sister's Keep, I am Empowered, I Love me, I am Focus Our first session was held this week on the topic of "Mindset" led by Dr. Brandi King. Dr. King is the Director for NCECDL, Child Care Aware of America. She is an HBCU graduate of The Howard University and a proud member of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. serving as 2nd Vice President of the Fort Washington Alumnae Chapter Dr. King led the girls through goal setting using "SMARTIE" GOALS.: Specific Measurable Realistic Time Inspirational Emotional Dr. King explained the I & E are important factors of goal setting, making it meaningful and personal to the goal setter. All girls were engaged and great feedback was given by all participants. Thank you, Dr. King, for giving back to the Umoja Girls. Next week's topic: Who am I? My Identity, My Brand! Led by Ms. McMillian, IMPACT, Inc & Suitland High School

Mrs. Dabney Umoja Girls Mentoring Club Sponsor Resource Teacher 9th Grade

Get your pictures in this year's middle school yearbook! We would like to invite all parents, guardians, family members, and students to submit photos for this year's middle school yearbook. If you have great photos of middle school events or of you and your friends just having fun, we would like to see them! Our photographers can't be everywhere this year, so help us get as many photos as possible to create a terrific book everyone will want to have. The more pictures we have, the better chance of seeing yourself and your friends in the yearbook! We want photos of sporting events, school events (Hispanic Heritage, Talent Show, school dances, Black History Celebration, etc.), and casual group photos too (you can keep the selfies though!). We have two ways to submit photos this year and they can be submitted from now until the end of April, so upload after each event you attend throughout the year. See below for instructions on how to use either site. Option 1: ReplayIt Site On this site, you can upload any school-related photos off your phone or Facebook to a school-wide photo sharing site. This allows any member of the school community to see pictures of all the things happening at school this year. Directions for setting up a ReplayIt account are attached below. Option 2: Private Upload If you'd rather not share your photos to the entire school community site, you can upload them strictly for yearbook use. Here is how you can submit photos privately: • Go to: https://images.memoryebooks.com/login • If it does not automatically log you into the site, enter username: 411443695 • Browse to select the photo(s) you wish to upload. • Enter information about the photo and provide contact information in case the staff needs additional information. • Click "Save Details". It's that easy..submit your photos today! Remember, the last day to submit photos is April 22nd, but don't wait...do it today and keep submitting as the year goes!! **(We will review all photos and determine final yearbook content. We cannot guarantee that all submissions can be used in the book.)

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Miss Sears and the Yearbook Club

It gives me great pleasure to announce that the CMIT Chefs Club had its first meeting yesterday. For the first recipe, the students made Vegetable Frittata. I have attached pictures of their dishes. I had a group of 14 students but there is a total of about 30 or more in the club. It is split into two groups that meet on Monday or Wednesday. Everyone was on their best behavior in the kitchen and really performed well with their individual and team duties. The next dish is Oreo Creme Pie. Be on the lookout for those pictures next week!! It is a pleasure working with such a wonderful group of students! Happy cooking and Happy eating!

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Mrs. Dee Wells-Holder Resource Teacher - Middle/High School CMIT-South dwellsholder@cmitsouth.org "You must do the things you think you cannot do!" Eleanor Roosevelt

All students received packets during the first two weeks of school. Many of the packets still have not been returned to the front office. These documents must be completed annually. The 2018-2019 Student Publicity Release Form is included in this packet. This document is needed to indicate if you would like your student to appear in school publications, social media, etc. If you need another packet, please come by the front office. Parents/guardians please review the documents and ensure that ALL are filled out completely and signed. There are nine documents to in total. Please instruct your scholar to return the packet to their home room teacher or the front office by Friday, October 19th. Front/Main Office Staff

Mrs. Holland-Wallace

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: - Bloodborne Pathogen Exposure Prevention for Volunteers (Full Course) -- 10 minutes - Prince George County Child Abuse: Mandatory Reporting (Full Course) -- 32 minutes - Prince George County Child Abuse: Mandatory Reporting for Volunteers (Full Course) -- 38 minutes - Student Safety Procedural Changes (Updated) (Full Course) -- 15 minutes Please click here to get started =====> https://www.pgcps.org/required-training/ Please complete your training as soon as possible! Once complete, please bring a copy of your certificate to the front office or email the certificate to secretary@cmitsouth.org . 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

All morning clubs enter through the main lobby this school year. Students are only permitted to enter between 7:35 am and 7:45 am for their club. Students will not be allowed to enter the building earlier than 7:35 am. If your student arrives after 7:45 am, they are considered late for their club and will not be permitted to enter through the main lobby the or join their club for the day. They will be permitted to enter the building at 8:20 am. Image courtesy of Google Thank you,

The CMIT South Front Office

Just a friendly reminder regarding the deadlines for Student Service Learning Forms. Middle School students should turn their forms into Mr. Pitter. High School students should turn their forms into Ms. Amos. In order for Student Service Learning hours to count, all forms must be submitted on or before the deadline(s). Late forms will not be accepted. Hours submitted after the deadline(s) will not count. Submitted forms must include all signatures (volunteer supervisor, student, and parent), and all questions must be answered. Electronic copies of the forms will not be accepted. Hard copies are required. Students are required to earn a total of 24 independent Student Service Learning hours for high school graduation. Important deadlines: October 15th for any hours earned between July 1- August 30, 2018 January 31st for any hours earned between September 1, 2018- January 31, 2019 Last day of school for any hours earned between January 31st- last day of school

Ms. Amos
Professional School Counselor

Class of 2021 is accepting donations for our after-school snack sales. All proceeds from our sales go towards the Class of 2021. We are looking for juice boxes, water, individual bags of chips, cookies, and candy. Snacks can be delivered to Ms. Cameron's room (325). Thank you for all your support!

Patricia Cameron pcameron@cmitsouth.org

Greetings CMIT South Family! We have attached a copy of the items that are available for purchase from the CMIT South Cafeteria. Due to the size of our kitchen we are not able to offer all of the items from the PGCPS Middle School Lunch Menu. In an effort to keep you informed our Cafeteria Manager has highlighted the items that will be served. We will update you every two weeks. Have a great weekend!

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Ms. Fowlkes

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.