The CLF Board will appoint two parent members from Prince George’s County to its Board of Directors. Interested parent candidates wishing to join are required to submit their resume along with a cover letter of intent to the board of directors by January 31. Cover letter items should include various ways the parent candidate believes they will best represent CLF’s public charter schools by contributing to the CLF board. Potential candidates are also asked to indicate how many children they have attending CMIT schools and how many years they have been involved with CMIT schools in their cover letter. Please e-mail your resume and cover letter to: awilson@clfmd.org with the subject line: “CLF Board Parent Candidate.” The Board Executive committee will review resume submissions and select five candidates prior to the board meeting. The board will vote to elect two out of these five parent candidates recommended by the executive committee at the February 21, 2019, CLF Board Meeting. The parent board members selected will serve a one-year term and may serve for three consecutive terms if re-appointed by a majority board vote at the end of each annual term.

Chesapeake Lighthouse Foundation

This week was a challenging one as a result of the abbreviated school days due to inclement weather. Although periods were shortened, CMIT South MS/HS staff continue to provide instruction in the limited time. This may mean more time spent beyond the regular 30 mins completing assigned task at home. CMIT South MS/HS asks that parents ensure that students are completing assignments and spending the additional time at home on learning. Thank you for all that you do.

Lara Asafa, Principal

Please inform all CLF school TRAC Teams of the invitational on SAT 2/9/19 from 10a-2pm. Let's use this as a great opportunity to "build momentum" for our 17 (yes, 17 CLF teams) & collect data points needed on portfolio submissions! Hope to see everyone that can make it...MAKE IT. (punny stuff). Special thanks to our friends at MDOT SHA and to our sister school, CMIT South MS/HS Team, for their willingness to host in the auditorium. Special Guests, including District School Board Members, our local media, CLF and team members from MDOT SHA / Transportation officials will be in attendance. (A great career reference/networking opportunity for our students, too!) MDOT SHA BRIDGE BUILDER Invitational at CMIT South MS/HS Auditorium Who: MDOT TRAC What: TRAC Bridge Testing Invitational Where: CMIT South Auditorium, 9822 Fallard Ct. Upper Marlboro, 20772 When: February 9, 2019 10a – 2p

Mark J. Sutherland Community Partnerships Director T. (301) 776.2300 E. msutherland@clfmd.org

CMIT South Middle School SGA invites all middle school students to the Winter Dance, new date will be announced as inclement weather led to postponement. Students are encouraged to keep their tickets. -Tickets will be $5, and $8 at the door. -The dance will be held from 6-9 pm. Come for an evening of fun and dancing. Light refreshments will be served. Stay tuned.

Mr. Tucker, SGA Advisor

CMIT-South teachers and administrators would like to thank all of our parents for their participation to High School Information Night. If you did not attend, please check out the attached document for your reference.

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Mr.Taner
Assistant Principal

CMIT-South teachers and administrators would like to thank all of our Juniors and their parents for their participation to Junior Night. If you did not attend, please check out the attached document for your reference.

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Mr.Taner
Assistant Principal

Our Popcorn Fundraiser starts next week and there are lots of incentives to win big! The more you sell the more chances you can win. Learn about the details on Thursday! Samples will be available at the February 5th PTO meeting .

CMIT-South- PTO (MS/HS)

Hello CMIT South Family, Please think about supporting CMIT South PTO. When you are shopping, 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 Parents and Scholars, We are now into our second box top collection, we have an individual collection contest. The Scholar with the most box tops from each grade level will receive a gift card, (must turn in at least 100 box tops). Ask friends, family, neighbors etc. to help our school. Also, Parents please remember you can download the box top app from your play store. When you purchase anything with box tops, you can scan the receipt and the school will get credit. Any questions you can email Michelle Marshall at jabos@live.com. Thank you Box Top Committee

CMIT-South- PTO (MS/HS)

Krispy Kreme donuts are coming to CMIT South ! Friday Mornings (During Drop Offs): 8:15 am to 8:45 am Friday After School for students : 2:45 pm to 3:00 pm 1 dozen for $8.50 1 donut for $1.00 CASH ONLY!

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CMIT-South- PTO (MS/HS)

We are in the 2018-2019 basketball season at CMIT South Middle and High School. We need help with concessions and ticket sales for the remaining games. Please review the updated schedule and sign-up if you are able to support the team and volunteer your time : CLICK HERE TO VOLUNTEER FOR HIGH SCHOOL BASKETBALL GAMES: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/4090948AFAE2EA3FA7-basketball The dates and times are subject to change with school closings.

CMIT-South- PTO

We hope you had a great time at Skyzone. We truly appreciate your support. CO2023

CMIT-South- PTO (MS/HS)

CMIT South MS/HS is proud of all the Scholars who earned 3.0 GPA or above for SY19 Second Quarter. This is a tribute to their hard work and dedications to scholarly pursuit. In addition, Scholars of the Month for the months of December and January as well as winners of the recently held STEM/Maker Faire will be recognized. While these students may not have made Honor roll, their exemplary conduct and scholarly pursuit is commendable. Keep up the great work everyone. Invites will be sent out to honorees via email. Wednesday, February 13 9:00am--6th grade 10:00am--7th grade Thursday, February 14 9:00am-- 8th grade 10:00am--High School We hope to see you there.

CMIT South MS/HS

The CMIT SOUTH high school SGA is holding a Valentine's day dance on Friday, February 15, 2019. From 7:00 pm - 10:30 pm in the Multi- purpose. In order to have this event, the SGA was advised that they need at least five adult chaperones so please sign up! Thank you. The link to sign up is below: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/60B0E4AADAB2DA2FD0-vday Thank you, SGA

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Save the Date. CORRECTION: February 28th Please join us for our annual Black History Program on Thursday, February 28th, from 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM in the auditorium. Tickets will be sold for $5 during lunches closer to the program or through PTO Avenue. Please save the date and we look forward to seeing you there.

Georgia Jones, Testing Coordinator

We invite you to attend our CMIT South General PTO Meeting on Tuesday, February 5, 2019 from 5:45 PM - 8:00 PM . Parent University will be offered. We will offer 2 classes starting at 5:45 PM - Financial Management and Stress Management for Parents and Children. If you are interested in attending one of the Parent University classes, please sign-up below by Friday, February 1, 2019: Financial Management - Are you Trapped Workshop? Let's Talk about Money: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/4090948AFAE2EA3FA7-areyou Stress Management for Parents and Students: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/4090948AFAE2EA3FA7-stress The PTO business meeting will begin at 6:30 PM. See you there!

CMIT South PTO (MS/HS)

The planning is in full gear for the 8th grade scholars' end of the year celebration and promotion ceremony. The next meeting will take place on Monday, February 11, 2019 at 6:30 pm in the CMIT South Cafeteria. A reminder will be sent out on Friday, February 8th. Please register as a CLASS of 2023 participant by using the link below by Friday 8, 2019. Click Here ====> https://www.signupgenius.com/go/4090948AFAE2EA3FA7-cmit3 We are seeking input from parents and students to make sure this is a fun and memorable experience for all. Please register. For those who have already registered and are a part of a sub- committee, please meet prior to February 8th and send updates so it can be included in the discussion and we can make a few decisions at this meeting. Thank you, CLASS of 2023

CMIT South PTO (MS/HS)

The CMIT SOUTH high school SGA is holding a Valentine's day dance on Friday, February 15, 2019. From 7:00 pm - 10:30 pm in the Multi- purpose. In order to have this event, the SGA was advised that they need at least five adult chaperones so please sign up! Thank you. The link to sign up is below: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/60B0E4AADAB2DA2FD0-vday Thank you,

CMIT-South SGA

Greetings ALL, I know many families are looking forward to participating in this year National Junior Honors Society. I am very happy to announce that I will be the faculty adviser for this year. Now that the second quarter has ended I will be reaching out to those who meet the scholarship requirement for submitting an application. ONLY those who have a cumulative GPA of 3.5 or above will be contacted.

Ms. Hamilton 7th Grade Science khamilton@cmitsouth.org

This is to advise that Saturday Academy is cancelled due to inclement weather on Saturday, February 2, 2019.

Georgia Jones, Testing Coordinator

Look at the amazing work the Physics kids did! They worked hard over the last two weeks to design, build, and test roller coasters. Here are their rewards Tallest Ride: Jordan, Hailey, Tyree Longest Ride: TaKaya, Frances, Damien Most Appealing Ride: Ashley, Caleb, Adam Great job everyone!

Mr. Wassam

Harvard started the 2nd half of the Physical Science curriculum, which covers Physics. Students will study topics such as: Motion, Forces, Work, Machines, Energy, Waves, Electricity, Magnetism and Electromagnetism. Math and Physics are interrelated, and students will use mathematical equations to solve physical science problems. For example, students will calculate the slope and make a line graph of an object in motion. I will provide calculators and graph paper. Please feel free to reach out to me if you have any questions or concerns.

Ms. Melchoir

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 and the attachments 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

Those students who are involved in the Black History program will have mandatory practices every Tuesday and Thursday from 3:00 till 4:15. There will be extended hours the week of the program and perhaps extra days. We will let you know in advance of any changes made to our practice schedule. Thank you, History Department

Georgia Jones, Testing Coordinator

Do you have a special teacher, friend or family who would like a Candy Gram? Teddy bear? or Chocolate? Starting Monday, January 28th through February 11th, you can submit your order for a Candy Gram that will be delivered on Valentine's Day to your special person. Orders and Special Messages will be taken during lunch. Thank you for supporting the Class of 2023 (CO2023)Fundraiser for February! CO2023

CMIT-South- PTO (MS/HS)

Hello all! I want to welcome everyone to the second half of the year! This is where we solidify a strong year of learning and gaining skills to succeed in future courses. Here are the brief updates for my science classes. Biology: We have finished our midterm and ready to move into the next unit. The midterm average was 69% - which is not bad! We are into our unit about DNA, cell division, RNA, and proteins Next week I hope we can complete a few hands-on labs about DNA! We will have a test on DNA and Cell division on or about 2/11/19 Following the test we will learn about RNA and proteins The next topic after that will be GENETICS! Physics: We have finished our midterm and ready to move into the next unit. The midterm average was 77% Our roller coasters turned out great and I have posted about them as well! We are now learning about collisions and momentum. In this unit we will build an egg-drop capsule and calculate the momentum and impulse of dropping it from different heights. Our next test will be on or about 2/13/19 The next unit will be about Thermodynamics Other than that, I will be in my room every Tuesday morning from 7:30 - 8:20AM for extra help in science. Biology and Physics students should come with questions or specific assignments they need extra help with. Have a great weekend!

Mr. Wassam

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.