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

On Saturday June 1, 2019, all newly enrolled incoming 6th grade students and their families will be at CMIT South MS/HS for new families orientation. CMIT South family is excited as the family continues to grow. New students will be taking assessments while their parents will participate in a series of information sessions. For this event to be a success, CMIT South is excited to have students and parent volunteers helping. CMIT South will be looking for volunteers to present and help our guest on this day. Please use this link to signup. https://www.signupgenius.com/go/20f0c4caba82ba6fc1-newfamily Looking forward to a successful day.

CMIT South

Hello CMIT SOUTH Family, The last CMIT South PTO General Meeting will be held at the CMIT South Campus - Middle/ High School Cafeteria May 16, 2019 - 6:00PM - 8:00PM We have a full agenda starting with: - Special Guest Speaker - Earl Johnson M.Ed. - College Access Advisor, University of Maryland Topics to be discussed: * FAFSA * Choosing The Best College To Attend * Scholarships * In State Verses Out Of State Schools * SAT and ACT Test Scores * Career Schools * Common Mistakes Most High School Students Make Concerning Life After 12th Grade * College Admissions!!! What To Look Out For!!! - Elections will take place for 2019-2020 CMIT South PTO Board Members - All positions are open for nominations - Committee Updates We hope you can join us for this last meeting of the year. All PTO members are encouraged to attend. Thank you,

CMIT-South- PTO (MS/HS)

Teachers Make All Other Professions Possible! Parents, Let’s Show Appreciation to our Teachers & Staff @ CMIT South ON TUESDAY, MAY 7TH - SEND IN A GIFT, DISH, TREAT & CLASSROOM SUPPLIES DROP OFF AT THE STAFF CONFERENCE ROOM YES, YOU MAY SEND IT IN WITH YOUR STUDENT! A PTO MEMBER WILL BE AVAILABLE TO RECEIVE IT. Questions? Please email tammeca.riley@gmail.com. Thank you! Attachment

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The numbers are out and CMIT South K-12 remains the school of choice for the Prince Georges County Community. This year, your CMIT South received 3,666 interest applications for students from Kindergarten to Twelfth grade, yes even in twelfth grade! This puts your CMIT South at the top and makes the school the most sort after by our community. This is a testament to the work we - parents, students and staff collective do on a daily basis. Your expectations of high professional standards and outstanding achievements for all students inspires all of us at CMIT South every day to put in our best. At CMIT South, we are gratified by the faith the community places in us and will always commit to doing our best to exceed your expectations. THANK YOU!!!

Lara Asafa, Principal

Please be present for the upcoming PTO Elections that will take place on May 16th. The future of the PTO is counting on you to either run for a position or vote for the right candidate . Please be prepared to do your part. Every Vote Counts. See you on May 16th at 6:00pm in the CMIT South Cafeteria

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 CMIT South Family, Thank you for participating in the Claire Gourmet Popcorn Fundraiser. Winners will be identified the week of May 6th.

CMIT-South- PTO (MS/HS)

Chesapeake Lighthouse Foundation (CLF) Board Meetings - held in Laurel MD on CMIT North Campus June 20, 2019 - 7:00PM

CMIT-South- PTO (MS/HS)

The CMIT South Uniform Store, All American Wear, Inc. located at 5001-B Forbes Boulevard, Lanham, MD will be closed for renovations starting on April 27, 2019 - May 31, 2019. If you need uniforms to end the school year, please feel free to stop pass the Parent Room to pick up gently used items at a nominal fee. All American Wear will continue to honor the attached coupons through August 3, 2019 $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* *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

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*Change of date, Class of 2023 Conference Call Meeting will be held, Tuesday, May 7, 2019 at 7 pm. Call information will be sent. *Monday, May 6, 2019 - 8th Grade Dance Tickets on Sell during 8th grade lunch. Cost is $45.00 * Massanutten Trip Room block ends Tuesday, May 7, 2019. If there is not enough participation, this trip will be canceled. *Friday, May 10, 2019 - We are collecting before and after pictures of your scholar. Please send a baby picture and a current picture to samorton2004@msn.com. Pictures are Due. Jpeg and pdf files accepted only. *Saturday, June 1, 2019 - 8th Grade BBQ Block Party/Yearbook Signing - CMIT South Parking Lot 2pm to 5pm. (Ticket Required) If you purchased package #1 or #2, your ticket is included. Volunteers needed. *Friday, June 7, 2019 - 8th Grade Dance at PG Ballroom, Landover, MD - 7 pm to 11 pm. *Sunday, June 9, 2019 - Parent Sponsored Trip to Skate Zone - 4:30 pm to 6:30 pm. *Monday, June 10, 2019 - Dinner and Movie Night - 3:30 pm to 7 pm - CMIT South (Ticket Required) If you purchased package #1 or #2, your ticket is included. *Thursday, June 13, 2019 - 8th Grade Promotion Ceremony - Oxon Hill High School, Oxon Hill Maryland. Scholars should be there by 4:30 p.m. Ceremony begins at 6:00 pm. 4 Tickets Per Family. *Friday, June 21st - June 23rd. Parent Sponsored Massanutten Trip. Room block ends Tuesday, May 7, 2019

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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

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

Greetings, Attached is the permission slip for the field trip to the Smithsonian Art Museum. This trip is only for students in grades 6 to 8. Collection will take place during lunch only, on May 8th and May 9th. Permission slips went home with the students on Thursday, May 2nd during 7th period. The eligibility period is from April 8th to May 7th. If you would like to chaperone, please indicate that in the box on the back of the second page and send in your payment. Exact change is always appreciated. Please return the entire permission slip with your payment. Electronic copies will not be accepted. Have a great weekend!

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Ms. Fowlkes

On Tuesday April 30, 2019, CMIT South HS had an induction ceremony for twenty-five qualifying inductees on the CMIT South HS National Honor Society Chapter. Congratulation to all twenty five students for this high honor. We look forward to greatness as you move ahead.

Mrs. Dabney UMOJA Sponsor Resource Teacher 9th Grade

This week students from both middle and high schools visited NASA in Greenbelt MD. Students explored various exhibits during the tour of the Center which was very informative. We hope this sparked an interest and space explorations and understanding the planet we live in more.

CMIT South

CMIT South MS/HS testing season for school year 2019 is well under way. MCAP Testing continues after Spring Break. Students have concluded he MCAP English tests this week. This week, students began the Math MCAP Assessments. 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 - May 6 and 13 for all Math Units 7th Grade Testing Dates - May 7 and 14 for all Math Units 8th Grade Testing Dates - May 8 and 15 for all Math Units High School Testing Dates - May 9 and 16 for all Math Units

CMIT South Testing

This week the students have been empowered how to communicate effectively MAJOR OBJECTIVES: * Define communication * Discuss verbal and non-verbal communication * Define misunderstanding(s) * Discuss how misunderstandings develop * Discuss how misunderstandings can be avoided VOCABULARY: * Communication .. the act of expressing oneself in such a way that one is readily and clearly understood * Nonverbal .......... .body language and facial expression * Paraphrase ........ restating of a message to clarify its meaning * Contradictory ...... in opposition to or at odds with * Message .......... an act of communication * Response ......... answer * Ambiguous ......... uncertain or obscure * Misunderstanding .. a failure to interpret a message correctly * Verbal .................. spoken * Effective ... having the intended result * Interpersonal ..... person to person POINTS to MAKE: * There are 2 major forms of communication; VERBAL and NONVERBAL. * Verbal communication refers to the specific words that we use and our voice inflections (tone of our voice). * Nonverbal communication refers to body language (mannerisms, facial expressions, body positions, body and hand gestures, etc.). * Effective communication exists between two persons when the receiver interprets the message in the same way the sender intended it. * Avoiding misunderstanding by sending the same message on verbal and nonverbal channels. * Asking questions can dramatically improve your understanding of what someone means when they tell you something by clarifying things that may either be poorly communicated or difficult to communicate. * Being specific (for clarity of true understanding) * Paraphrasing the message back to the speaker or restating in your own words what you think the sender means. SOCIAL SKILLS: SESSION GOALS: To empower: students with basic social skills pertaining to close personal relationships, interactions with someone you are attracted to, and planning social activities. MAJOR OBJECTIVES: * Discuss what attributes attract individuals to one another * Discuss the significance of physical appearance in relationships * Apply general social skills to interactions with someone you are attracted to * Identify new and different social activities * Discuss ways to approach others with ideas for social activities * Discuss ways of responding when .......... VOCABULARY: * Attributes ... distinctive qualities or characteristics * Interaction .. to act with another POINTS TO MAKE: * People tend to have a certain amount of nervousness when talking to someone they are attempting to impress. * We all talk to everyone differently according to how we perceive them. * The common dominator that should be discussed whenever you're talking to parents, teachers, peers, friends someone you're attracted to, law enforcement is .................................................. * You talk to them with RESPECT! The objective is to talk to people the way you want them to talk to you. * An awful lot of conflicts (occur) experienced are due to lack of communication and respect. Many will stand up for themselves in situations that are deemed offensive but-fore the disconnect with communication lacking assertiveness and compassion, respect is neglected. * Humble responses are best when one does not attempt to not upset, regardless, and most of the time, one-on-one conversations are better than group discussions. Group discussions are more than likely damaging when one express a dislike towards another. * In order to resolve a conflict, one must be in a position to extend COMPROMISE, NEGOTIATE and remain HUMBLE, especially when attempting to resolve disputes with one another. SUMMARY: * People may be attracted to someone for a variety of reasons (non-physical as well as physical). * People's ideas of attractiveness differ. * Many people are able to comfortably talk with others but feel awkward when trying to start a conversation with someone they are attracted to. * The same principles and skills that apply to good conversation and communication apply to good conversation and communication in close personal relationships .......... * We should be specific, positive, and direct when initiating social activities .... Sincerely, Dr. Sullivan-Williams (aka Dr. BB) Senior Certified Life-Skills/Character Education Instructor

Michael Pitter, School Counselor Chesapeake Math & IT Academy South 9822 Fallard CT. Upper Marlboro, MD 20772 "Education is the passport to the future, for tomorrow belongs to those who prepare for it today...."- Malcolm X

Congratulations are in order for Sotonye Wokoma, an 11th grader, at CMIT South. Sotonye entered the 37th Annual Metropolitan DC Chapter of the Links, INC., Dr. Jean Mosee Young Writer's Contest, for the entire Washington DC Metropolitan Area. Sotonye competed in the "Essay" category for high school students. Sotonye won second place for her writing piece entitled, "I Perched". Her award included a certificate, novels, and a cash prize. KUDOS to Sotonye Wokoma!!!!!!!!!!

Lori Payne, MAT, M.Ed. 11th Grade RELA Teacher HS RELA Department Chair

PLEASE CLAIM YOUR LOST ITEMS by May 24th. We will have the bins available at the PTO meeting and they are located near the school gym. ALL LOST ITEMS MUST BE CLAIMED BY MAY 24, 2019

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This school year, Prince George’s County Public Schools (PGCPS) closed two days for inclement weather (January 14 and February 20) and used 11 early dismissal/delayed opening days. The last day of school for students will be Friday, June 14. Students will be dismissed two-hours early. For more information, visit www.pgcps.org/school-calendar-process.

PGCPS

Hi CMIT-South Families, Just as a reminder so students are not surprised - it has been said multiple times and written on the board that there will be a Biology test next week. This test will be on Evolution and Classification. This covers material from before Spring Break until now. Students have plenty of notes and access to the online book to study. Edmodo has the PowerPoints covered in the folders section. Have a good weekend!

Mr. Wassam

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.