When CMIT South junior Kennedy Watkins was born, doctors predicted there would be major physical and cognitive limitations on his life. A Brachial Plexus Palsy diagnosis meant his mobility would be restricted. It was also predicted he may never function mentally beyond six years old. The doctors were wrong. Since his diagnosis and nine surgeries later, Kennedy has accomplished things once thought impossible— like rising as a dynamic power forward on his school’s basketball team, despite not being able to use his right arm and maintaining a 3.1 GPA in his rigorous STEM-focused high school program. Making these accomplishments even more sweet, Kennedy recently played an integral role in helping CMIT South make history twice in one week by earning the school’s first boys basketball playoff win then bringing home the Willard Division County championship, a first in school history. The high school basketball program at CMIT South is just three years old. “From birth, Kennedy has met milestones and exceeded everything they told us he couldn’t do,” said mom Angela Kennedy-Watkins, who notes that her son has been athletic and competitive from a young age despite having to overcome balance issues. CMIT South Varsity Basketball Coach and Art Department Chair Reynaldo Quinn has known Kennedy since middle school as his art teacher before recently taking on the role as coach. Quinn says Kennedy’s effort is unmatched both in the classroom and on the court. He credits the student as one reason he decided to coach the team. “Kennedy is a true warrior. He plays at a high level with one arm and is a superstar despite his condition,” Quinn said. “He never complains and has a work ethic and maturity level better than any junior in this school. People are in awe when they see him play, even at away games. He is inspiring.” Kennedy plans to pursue a career in sports management at Temple University, University of Maryland, University of Cincinnati or Xavier University.

PGCPS

Chesapeake Lighthouse Foundation is calling all Inventors, Craftmen, and Tech Enthusiasts to participate in the annual STEAM Maker Fest to be held on May 4, 2019. Where: Chesapeake Science Point 7321 Parkway Drive South, Hanover MD 21076 When: 10am - 2pm Students are encouraged to enter their Maker project for participation.

Chesapeake Lighthouse Foundations

The PGCPS Board of Education has designated Monday March 11, 2019 as a two-hour early dismissal day in support of March for Our School Rally! Students will be released two-hours early on this day. Please make arrangement to have students picked up. All students will be dismissed by 12:54pm. Please have students picked up by 1:10pm. On two hour dismissal days, students enrolled in after school Enrichment will be dismissed two-hour early as well. Last pick up will be by 4:00pm. Please plan accordingly.

CMIT South

As we begin to plan for the new school year, the PTO Board and Elections also need to be in the forefront. On behalf of the Nominating Committee appointed by Monique Gallaway our PTO President, we welcome current officers and new parents to seek election for one position on the CMIT South PTO Board. If you are interested in seeking any position on the CMIT South PTO Board, please forward your bio along with the position you are seeking. You will be added to the ballot. Please submit your information to pto@cmitsouth.org , by April 12, 2019. Current Elected Positions for 2019-2020 School Year: President Vice President Treasurer Recording Secretary Secretary Volunteer Coordinator High School Rep (3) Middle School Rep (3) Appointed Positions Assistant Treasurer CMIT South Staff Director/Representative (3)

CMIT South PTO (MS/ HS)

The staff voted for their Staff Member of the Month and the winner was... Mr. Valle! Mr. Valle was awesome and answered a few questions for us. Here are his responses: 1. What grades/subjects do you teach? Mr V.: Mathematics 6, Accelerated Math 1, Accelerated Math 2 2. What college did you go to? What degree(s) do you have? Mr. V.: St. Paul College of Ilocos Sur (Philippines) - Bachelor in Secondary Education, Major in Mathematics; Grand Canyon University - Master in Special Education 3. Where are you originally from? Mr. V.: The Philippines 4. What hobbies do you have outside of school? Mr. V: Road trips, Helix jump phone game, and more road trips :-) 5. What advice would you give to students to survive the rest of the school year? Mr. V.: Remain positive and stay motivated despite some seemingly tiresome experiences at school. Remember, the tasks you do now are meant to make you successful and develop upon yourselves the values of patience and discipline.

Miss Brown

Happy Friday ! In support of the March for Our Schools, we have rescheduled our meeting to Monday, March 18th. For your convenience, it will be a conference call meeting. A reminder with the conference call information and agenda will be sent out on Friday, March 15th. Please register as a CLASS of 2023 participant by using the link below by Thursday, March 14, 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 March 14th 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

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CMIT South PTO (MS/HS)

Greetings, Our Soccer Boys Team Tryout for Middle School will be next Tuesday March 12, 2019 and Thursday March 14, 2018 . Tryout will be in the indoor soccer field from 3:10 to 4:30. Players will report to the soccer field after school schedule. Mr. Arroyo will be there waiting for players. Be sure complete and bring your PGCPS Sport Physical Form before participate in the tryout. Players should wear the appropriate soccer uniform and indoor soccer shoes. No cleats for tryout. See you on Tuesday CMIT-South Players.

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Mr. Arroyo
Soccer Coach

All CMIT South students, parents and family members 11 years old and up are invited to participate in this event! This event is a fundraiser for our first graduating Seniors...the Class of 2020! All proceeds will fund the graduation ceremony and prom. It will take place here at CMIT South and will be instructed by our very own high school Art Teacher, Mr Quinn! Enjoy art, music, refreshments and great time! "PAINT & CHILL" Saturday, March 16th 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm Tickets: $35 IMPORTANT NOTE: Parents MUST attend the event with their student(s). This is a family event and you must be present to supervise your student(s). Below is the link to purchase the PAINT & CHILL tickets. https://www.eventbrite.com/e/cmit-south-paint-and-chill-sponsored-by-the-class-of-2020-tickets-56455329410 Thank you, CMIT South Class of 2020 The 1st Graduating Class

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Join the Class of 2023 between March 11th - April 6th with the Spring Raffle Fundraiser and win a Spring Basket filled with various gift cards, like Game Stop & iTunes, Starbucks, Restaurant, Candy and School Supplies. Simply buy a $1 raffle and enter to win. Raffles are sold during the lunch hour, PTO meeting (3/28), and in the PTO Parent room. Good Luck and Thank you, Class of 2023

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CMIT-South- PTO (MS/HS)

Who: Open to all HS Juniors What: PRINCE GEORGE'S COUNTY NATIONAL COLLEGE FAIR Where: Sports and Learning Complex When: April 5, 2019 Cost: $0:00 Who: Open to all HS students Where: NASA Goddard Space Flight Center When: May 1, 2019 Cost: $12:00 Who: Open to all MS students Where: NASA Goddard Space Flight Center When: May 1, 2019 Cost: $12:00 Who: Open to all students Where: Kings Dominion (tentative) When: June 12, 2019 Cost: $65:00

CMIT South

Dual Enrollment Info Sessions Did you know that all eligible high school juniors and seniors can earn free college credit through dual enrollment? Join us for an upcoming info session to learn how your student can get started with dual enrollment, including eligibility requirements, the application process and college options! Session I: March 7 at Eleanor Roosevelt High School. Session II: March 20 at Oxon Hill High School. Session 1 https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdAwtpFaZd0ASXQBxNtKV1Us3VkZx5pbarEz6SUGPKM05Ho_A/viewform?fbclid=IwAR2acHxj0GbNerIeYi1YloHw452QC3z5pXg3ItphDofmx7bSScU4Ea0v8ic Session 2 https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfN-pbqSw52GBgJ4e2_QreOaExRmSW9l-8yTrMSFYSCVV0ysQ/viewform?fbclid=IwAR22dpTPV3fcCTjS5xXjruO_n9449LUUYe54jIlf1c4I0axHSoEY7kJ4Nck

Georgia Jones, Testing Coordinator

Kaiser Permanente Center for Total Health and Comcast organizes a free workshop to be presented by DC Metro HBCU Alumni Alliance. The interactive, hands-on workshop is for students in grades 9-12. It is designed to increase their awareness and understanding of the exciting career options in Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics. When: Saturday April 27, 2019 8am-4pm Registration is now open and will be till March 18, 2019. Application is online at this link: https://goo.gl/forms/3vJsT9bspKBbvSnZ2 Selected participants will be notified on March 25, 2019. Paid student internship opportunities with Kaiser Permanente will be available. Please click on attached for more information and send emails to stem@dchbcu.org for questions.

DCHBCU/Kaiser Permanente/Comcast

The Prince George’s County Government’s Youth@Work/Summer Youth Enrichment Program (SYEP) is a six-week, entry-level introduction to work in the County government, non-profit agencies, and the private sector for the youth of Prince George’s County. This countywide initiative offers youth enriching and constructive summer work experiences in various assignments throughout the County. Youth must be a resident of Prince George’s County and between the ages of 14 - 22 years old by July 1, 2019. You can also apply online now until March 22nd at YouthAtWork.mypgc.us. Please call 301-883-6200 with any questions.

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Prince George's SYEP

Howard University Business School is now accepting applications for the 2019 School of Business Summer Enrichment Programs. The School of Business offers four summer programs: Accounting, Computer Information Systems, Actuarial Science, and NEW this year, Entrepreneurship for rising high school juniors and seniors. The application is now available. It can be found at https://bschool.howard.edu/student-affairs/summer-programs/ Any interested student may contact D’Shaun Vance at HUSBSummerPrograms@gmail.com or 202-806-1504 for more information.

Mr. D’Shaun Vance, Admissions & Recruitment Coordinator

In the beginning of this year, the mentors and parents of CMIT-South's Men of Distinction Leadership Program (MOD) discussed the professionalism and business savvy of our participating young men. The fruits of that collaboration birthed our first event of the 2019 year: The MOD's Entrepreneur Walk and Professional Image Consulting session. Our Entrepreneurs/Special guests at the event were the following: Havin Baucom, II - Image/Wardrobe Consultant and White House Liaison (www.havinbau.com) Michael Turman - Mentoring Assistant Bobby Hand, Jr. - Skin Care and Cosmetics Consultant and Owner of BrookieGirl Bath & Body Care (www.BrookieGirl.com) Tavares Martin - Owner of SMSW Fitness (www.smswfitness.com) Mr. Roorda - Our very own CMIT-South Educator that also owns a DJ Business (Chris Roorda Disc Jockeys) In honor of Martin Luther King Jr.'s birthday and legacy, the students started off the event by watching his 1967 speech at Glenville High School, "What is Your Life's Blueprint?" Next, Mr. Baucom gave the students an image consulting session on both wardrobe etiquette and professional appearance. Lastly, after eating a delicious brunch, our panel of entrepreneurs spoke words of wisdom and encouragement into our young men about having the courage to pave their own way. The event was a huge success and thanks to the CMIT-South PTO, our mentoring panel, Mr. C. Miller, Mr. Tucker, and all other participating members and staff for your continued support. Stay-tuned for more information on our next exciting event taking place on March 11, 2019 where the young men will attend a Congressional voting session at The Capital.

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

Throughout history, women have made extensive contributions in science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM). This month we recognize and honor their achievements in celebration of Women's History Month. Students have the opportunity to earn extra credit points in honor of Women’s History Month by creating a poster honoring the achievements of a woman in the STEM field. This project is due by March 18, 3 pm. No late submissions will be accepted. Please check the Edmodo post for specific details. Do not select one of the following: Katherine Johnson, Alice Ball, Patricia Bath, Madame CJ Walker, Mae Jemison, Marie Maynard Daly.

Ms. Melchoir

Greetings CMIT South Family, On Friday, March 8th, Third Quarter Progress Reports were distributed to our Middle and High School students. The high school students progress reports were distributed during their first period class. If your student was absent please have them see their first period teacher on Friday for their progress report. The middle school students progress reports were distributed during their seventh period class. If your student was absent or left early, please have them see their seventh period teacher on Friday for their progress report. Have a great weekend!

CMIT South Secretary

Dear Parents and Guardians, Prince George’s County Public Schools is committed to providing a safe and supportive environment for all students. To this end, we want to make you aware of a potentially dangerous internet trend targeting young children called the “Momo challenge.” When using Whatsapp and YouTube and some other online resources, a scary avatar named Momo interrupts videos and challenges children to complete a series of bizarre and potentially dangerous tasks and upload evidence they were completed. On the final day of the challenge, children are encouraged to win the game by committing suicide. Children are threatened throughout the challenge with harm or sharing their personal information online if they do not complete the tasks. We are partnering with families to raise awareness of this online threat. Please discuss the challenge with your child and use online safety practices that include not accepting invitations from strangers or taking part in anonymous challenges. We encourage you to allow electronic device usage in shared family spaces. Please monitor your child’s social media accounts and online activities, and install parental controls and filters. Please see the attachment for additional information regarding this App. Thank you for your continued support of CMIT SOUTH MS/HS

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Lara Asafa, Principal

All students participating in morning activities are only permitted to enter the building at the following times: 7:35 am - 7:45 am: ONLY Students who are already signed up for morning activities (clubs, SGA, tutoring, open gym, performances practices, etc.) 7:46 am - 8:20 am: If a student arrives after the designated time for a morning activity, students must wait outside with other students for the regular entry time. 8:20 am - 8:40 am: Students enter at side entrances. Doors close when the bell rings at 8:40 am. After 8:40 am: Students are considered late and must enter through the front entrance and sign in on the computer in the front office PLEASE NOTE : When there is a 2 hour delay due to inclemate weather, remember that club/activity sponsors are making their way to school in bad weather as well. Please do not assume that your students club/activity will still be held that morning. Please look out for communication from club/activity sponsors. CMIT South MS/HS Front Office

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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.