Hello CMIT South Family, 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. A brief description of the positions are noted below and the By-Laws are attached. Current Elected Positions for 2019-2020 School Year: President -Shall preside over meetings of the Organization and Executive Board, serve as the primary contact for the principal, represent the Organization at meetings outside the Organization or designate a representative, and coordinates the work of all the officers and committees in order that the purpose of the Organization be served. Vice President - The Vice President shall assist the president, carry out the President’s duties in his or her absence or inability to serve, serve as ex-­­officio member of all committees, coordinate the planning of the PTO Committee Recognition event, and shall perform other delegated duties as assigned. Treasurer- Shall receive all funds of the Organization; keep an accurate record of receipts and expenditures, and pay out funds in accordance with the approved fiscal year budget and as directed by the Executive Board. All fundraising activities will be coordinated with the Treasurer as well as the Vice President. The Treasurer shall be responsible for gathering financial data and recording and reporting fundraising activities. Financial background experience preferred. Recording Secretary- Shall keep all records of the organization such as minutes, bylaws, policies and procedures, guidelines, membership list, and committee member lists. This information shall be available at each meeting and upon request. Corresponding Secretary- Shall collect and disseminate all incoming and outgoing correspondence including but not limited to publications, notices and meeting agendas. The Corresponding Secretary shall be responsible for coordinating the maintenance of the website. Volunteer Coordinator- Shall oversee the activities of the school and coordinate the volunteers and represents them on the PTO executive board. High School Rep (3) - Shall be the liaison between the PTO and the students. The role may fulfill various PTO activities including New Student Orientation, Volunteer Fair and Staff Luncheon. Time: Attends monthly evening PTO Board meetings. Workload varies depending on events. Middle School Rep (3) Shall be the liaison between the PTO and the students. The role may fulfill various PTO activities including New Student Orientation, Volunteer Fair and Staff Luncheon. Time: Attends monthly evening PTO Board meetings. Workload varies depending on events. Parent Rep (3- MS, 3-HS) Appointed Positions: Assistant Treasurer CMIT South Staff Director/Representative (3) 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. The CMIT-South nominating committee must submit the PTO Officer Nominations to the CMIT-South PTO Board no later than 04/12/2019. The CMIT-South PTO Officer Elections will take place on 05/16/2019. Candidates must be present.

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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

CMIT South MS/HS announces the beginning of testing season for school year 2019. This year, PARCC Testing begins before Spring Break. Students will begin to test the week of April 8 and will continue through the month of May. Please refer to the schedule below to ensure that your scholar is present at school on their assigned testing days and ready to do their best. Thank you as always for you support. 6th Grade Testing Dates - April 8, 12 and 24 for all RELA Units; April 29, May 6 and 13 for all Math Units 7th Grade Testing Dates - April 9, 23 and 25 for all RELA Units; April 30, May 7 and 14 for all Math Units 8th Grade Testing Dates - April 10, 23 and 25 for all RELA Units; May 1, 8 and 15 for all Math Units High School Testing Dates - April 11 and 26 for all English Units; May 2, 9 and 16 for all Math Units

CMIT South Testing

CMIT South MS/HS is proud of all the Scholars who earned 3.0 GPA or above for SY19 Third Quarter. This is a tribute to their hard work and dedications to scholarly pursuit. In addition, Scholars of the Month for the months of February and March 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. Tuesday, April 23 9:00am--6th grade 10:00am--High School Wednesday, April 24 9:00am-- 7th grade 10:00am-- 8th grade We hope to see you there.

CMIT South MS/HS

Thank you for those who attended the meeting on Thursday, March 28th at 6:00pm. (Presentation attached) We received a briefing on Social Media Do's and Don'ts from Ms. Brown. She shared information on the digital dossier and internet safety. Click on this link to better understand how a Digital Dossier is created: Digital Dossier: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=79IYZVYIVLA Please complete this survey for CMIT South PTO so we can better understand and share how our families are ensuring Internet Safety: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1Np___DgDBc6mWWsH8hj8CCEYVlOYXQN0OhJ2NVyh-TA/edit?ts=5c9d54e1 The next PTO meeting is Thursday, May 16, 2019 at 6:00pm. Elections will be held. See you there

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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

If you are available for the week of April 8th, please send a quick note to pto@cmitsouth.org. We are looking for a few volunteers to help with organizing and distributing the Claire Gourmet items. More detail information available by April 5th, 2019. Thank you,

CMIT-South- PTO (MS/HS)

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. The gift baskets are specific, student themed and parents/teachers themed. Open to all - Students, Teachers, Parents and anyone who would like to participate in supporting the 8th grade class. Simply buy a $1 raffle and enter to win. Raffles are sold during the lunch hour and in the PTO Parent room. Good Luck and Thank you, Class of 2023

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Join the Project Clean Stream/Alliance for the Chesapeake Bay on April 6, 2019 from 9:00 AM- 12:00 Noon in Fort Washington, Maryland. Contact information and additional details included in the attachment.

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All American Wear, Inc. 5001-B Forbes Boulevard, Lanham, MD 20706 Seasonal Retail Store Business Hours Aug-Sept M-F 10am-7pm; Sat 10am-6pm, Sunday 12pm-5pm August Only Oct-June M-F 1pm-7pm; Sat 1pm-6pm, Sunday we are closed Offering Coupons to the CMIT South Community! $10.00 off - Any order over $100.00* $30.00 off - Any order over $200.00* $50.00 off- Any order over $325.00* $70.00 off - Any order over $425.00* *Offer Expires 8/3/2019 Coupon must be presented at the time of purchase Products Offered Year-Round Include: Shorts|Slacks|Skorts|Skirts|Jumpers|Polos|Socks|Belts|Shoes| Oxfords|Blazers|Tights|Accessories|Outerwear and Tee Shirts CMIT SOUTH Products are now available for sale!

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Spend an exciting week at the University of Maryland! Meet researchers and explore the world of physics. Dive into physics with hands-on labs, demonstrations, tours, activities and much more! July 8 -12, 2019 July 29 - August 2, 2019 Apply at: https://go.umd.edu/sgirls Questions? Email summerprograms@physics.umd.edu

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PGCC GenCyber camp application has opened. The applications can be found on their website http://www.pgcc.edu/gencybersummercamp/ and can also be accessed via the links below. If you are interested in this opportunity you should apply now as these slots fill up quickly. For more information on this summer camp. Please contact Ms. Adeleke at adelekfo@pgcc.edu

Mrs. Caple-Price Grade Level Chair Math Department Chair Enrichment Coordinator

Don't miss this spring's most exciting chance to gain a STEM education at STEM Expo 2019! Held in National Harbor on May 5 from noon to 4 p.m., kids from grades 5 to 12 have a totally free chance to learn skills that will shape their futures. Registrations are going fast. Do not miss the opportunity to experience: hands-on demonstrations. interactive workshops. career information. networking opportunities. Discounted parking is being offered, plus easy access from Union Station and Anacostia station via free buses. Register today through this link: https://stem2019.completereg.com/index.aspx

Navy League

For over 25 years, the Prince George’s County Bar Association (PGCBA) has sponsored the Law Links Summer Internship Program. The Law Links Program provides select Prince George’s County Public School students with summer employment opportunities in law firms and law-related agencies. Students have the opportunity to learn about the professional world, the legal system, and law office operations. The Program offers students personal interaction through their work experience, law-related activities, and the Law and Leadership Institute. The Law Links Program seeks to assist the students in reaching their post-high school goals, to encourage higher education as part of those goals, and to encourage other professional organizations to adopt similar programs in the ensuing years. The application deadline was March 31, 2019. However, this has been extended and the students may apply through April 5, 2019. Application form and directions for submission is attached.

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Ms. Niya R. Pearson Law Clerk to the Honorable Sheila R. Tillerson Adams

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

The Academic Challenge Fundraiser is one of the major fundraisers for the Class of 2021. All proceeds will go to the Class of 2021 senior year activities. This challenge will provide the student with extra credit in the subjects of Spanish and/or U.S. Government. Ready, Set, Let’s Go!! Class of 2021.

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On Tuesday, April 2nd, CMIT South will be recognizing Autism Awareness Month with a kick-off on Tuesday, April 2nd. We have various activities planned. Students can GO BLUE and dress in all blue and earn positive points for their participation in activities on Tuesday, April 2nd in awareness and recognition of Autism. We want students to continue to be inclusive and appreciate differences in us all!

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Leslie Finley

This week's STAFF SPOTLIGHT is Mrs. Graves! Thank you, Mr. Barrett, for answering a few questions for us! 1. What grades/subjects do you teach? Mrs. G.: 9th-Algebra 1 and Algebra 1 Lab; 11th - Civil Engineering and Architecture (CEA in PLTW) 2. What college did you go to? What degree(s) do you have? Mrs. G.: NC State University- Bachelor's of Environmental Design in Architecture 3. Where are you originally from? Mrs. G.: North Carolina (woot woot) 4. What hobbies do you have outside of school? Mrs. G.: Audio production, Tutoring, Educational Consultation, Painting, Acting, Dancing, Singing, Cosmetology, writing poetry, reading, watching TV when I can find the time, Driving (taking my daughter and I to all of our activities). 5. What advice would you give to students to survive the rest of the school year? Mrs. G.: You don't have to like the work, you just have to do it. Moving forward in life there are a lot of things you will have to do that you won't necessarily enjoy, working out is one of those things for me, but when you buckle down and just get it done you will be better for doing so. The end is in sight, make sure you finish strong! 6. Tell us other interesting facts that we would never know about you! Mrs. G.: I won a school pageant in high school to be Miss Dudley HS and my talent was reciting poetry that I self authored. I love food and enjoy weird food combinations. I stopped relaxing my hair because I found out that a relaxer can eat through a soda can.

Miss Brown

What better way to end our Umoja Women's Month Celebration than learning to defend ourselves as young ladies! Today we received a top-notch defense class lead by one of Prince's George's County's Finest Swat Team officer, Mr. Shawn Reaves of Reality Based Training. He started our training with running around the gym, jumping jacks and push-ups. Shawn explained the first thing about self-defense is being in shape! Shawn shared with Umoja that he has a daughter 'Simone' 16 years old and he has taught her the same tactics learned today to protect herself. Words of Wisdom from Mr. Shawn as girls go away to college, or the workforce, you must know how to protect yourself. Some takeaways: Never have your hands in your pocket The first place to hit your attacker is in the nose & the eyes 80% of the attacks is with someone you know Hammer Fist You cannot control what an attacker is going to do Defense front kick Knife to throat You have to have a line in the sand The mindset has to change when defending yourself Great time! The girls were engaged and learn 101 how to defend themselves. This may have to be a part II! Girl power at it's BEST! Thanks, Mr. Shawn

Mrs. Dabney UMOJA Sponsor Resource Teacher 9th Grade

This spring all students in the state of Maryland enrolled in grades three through eight as well as students taking English 10, and Algebra 1 will participate in Maryland’s Comprehensive Assessment Program (MCAP) English Language Arts and Mathematics tests.  A select group of students who take Algebra 2 and Geometry will also be tested and their math teacher will notify them.  Federal guidelines require Maryland to test in both English/Language Arts and Mathematics each year in grades 3-8 and by selected high school content courses.  The Maryland Comprehensive Assessment Program (MCAP) test will help measure students’ mastery of English Language Arts, literacy, and Mathematics. Our testing window begins April 8th and ends May 17th.  Students needing to participate in make-up testing may test through Tuesday, May 28th.  During this window your student will participate in ELA and Math testing, using a computer device to access the test.  Different grade levels will participate in the tests over the course of the testing window, according to our school’s testing schedule. Please take a look at our testing schedule for this Spring and plan accordingly. It is extremely important that your child is in school every day and on time when their grade or class is scheduled to test.  Remember that MCAP English Language Arts and Mathematics begins on Monday, April 8th___ and continues through Tuesday, May 28th, according to the schedule noted above.             WE NEED YOUR HELP TO MAKE SURE YOUR STUDENT DOES HIS OR HER BEST JOB.  PLEASE…MAKE SURE… Your child arrives at school on time.  .        2. Your child eats a substantial breakfast in the morning that will give him/her the necessary energy and alertness for participation in the testing.        3.Your child gets a good night’s sleep the night before each testing day.         4. Your child is in school every testing day.   Children absent on a testing day will participate in make-up testing.         5. Please encourage your child to do his/her best! A prize will be awarded to those students who show up on time and test for all of their required sessions.  Thank you for your help.  We know our students will do their best!  Should you have any questions, please call the school                        

Georgia Jones, Testing Coordinator

Who: Open to all High School 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 High School students Where: NASA Goddard Space Flight Center When: May 1, 2019 Cost: $12:00 Who: Open to all Middle School students Where: NASA Goddard Space Flight Center When: May 3, 2019 Cost: $12:00 Who: Open to all Middle School students Where: Smithsonian American Art Museum When: May 17, 2019 Cost: $12:00 Who: Open to all students Where: Kings Dominion (tentative) When: June 12, 2019 Cost: $65:00

CMIT South

Middle School yearbooks are on sale until April 24th! Each yearbook costs $20. (Personalized yearbooks cost $25.) Orders will be taken online ONLY (see the steps below for directions) ***The absolute last day to order and guarantee yourself a yearbook is April 24, 2019.*** Here's how to order: Step 1: Visit http://www.memorybook.com/online-pay/parent-pay/ Step 2: Enter school code 177438 then click "Go to your school account log in" Step 3: Click on the link below your school name Step 4: Register as a "new user" Step 5: Buy a standard yearbook for $20.00 or a personalized yearbook for $25.00 Please note: You will have to add your student by clicking the purple plus sign and entering the name and grade of your student. You can add more than one student if you have more than one student in the middle school that would like a yearbook.

Miss Sears

Hi CMIT-South families, I hope everyone is doing well. I just wanted to update everyone on our class and a few reminders. First, grades have been published and I will send emails out shortly concerning students' performance in my class. Second, I have edited a pinned post on Edmodo to say the following: "Just a reminder: No google docs will be graded. Only PDF and Word or PowerPoint will be opened and graded. In 4th Quarter - NO late work will be accepted. Please see me if you have any questions!" Finally, here are the updates for my classes. Physics: We are beginning our chapters on light, light properties, and mirrors. We just finished our chapters on waves and sound. The next test will be on waves, sound, and light. They all relate so it is a good assessment about the material. The next project will focus on creating something using our known properties of light and waves. Biology: We are still working within the genetics sphere. We have finished DNA/RNA/Proteins and had a quiz to wrap up that unit of chapters. Our next project is due this coming Friday, April 5th. It has been shared with students and directions are in the folders section on Edmodo. Our next test will be on human genetics and genetic engineering within the next few weeks. As always, if you have any questions feel free to email me at nwassam@cmitsouth.org. 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.