The CDC is recommending schools to be prepared for a potential Coronavirus outbreak. Prevention methods are typical for flu outbreaks: 1. Making sure that high touch areas are kept clean and sanitized. Door handles, soap dispenser, water fountains, desks and keyboards in computer labs, etc. 2. Please keep sick students at home until they are well and certified to return to school 3. Teach/Remind your students healthy habits such as hand washing and covering their mouth with tissue or bent arm when coughing and sneezing. 4. Avoid close contact with people who are sick and observe personal space allowances. 5. Avoid touching your eyes, nose, and mouth with unwashed hands. The school districts and state officials will probably announce further steps if necessary but it is always best to be proactive to keep our own community safe. Thank you,

Lara Adewoye, Principal Follow us on Twitter @CMIT_South

Our arrival and dismissal has been smooth for the most part. In the spirit of continuous improvement and safety, please help us to ensure that we follow arrival and dismissal procedures. To keep this going, please help with the following: -- Please ensure that students are not being dropped prior to arrival time of 8:20am. There are no supervisions by CMIT South staff due to staff arrival time. -- If you arrive early, park and have your scholars remain in the car until doors open -- When you get into the parking lot pull all the way down as far as you in the lane you are in. -- Make sure your child/children are ready to get out of the car (have all of their belongings in their hands and ready to step out of the vehicle as soon as they open the door. Backpacks, notebooks, jackets etc in hand. -- Only cross from the left lane when cars in the right lane are not moving to exit. Pick up in the afternoon will continue to improve, thank you to everyone for your patience. So far, dismissal has concluded by or before 3:15pm. Here are some things you can do to help: -- Do not arrive at the school way ahead of time, arrive at school close to dismissal time. This removes the accumulation of traffic for extended periods of time and the inconveniences to our business neighbors. -- While in line waiting to get into the lot pull as far over to the right as you can so the people who work or are making deliveries in this area can still get by. We are sharing the roads with them and attempting to get everyone where they need to go. -- Pull all the way up in lane as you wait for your child, this allows more vehicles off the street. -- Do not block the road in front of the school or businesses, both while trying to get into the parking lot or by parking in the fire lane out front. This makes it harder for everyone to drive respectfully. Leave room for vehicles to get by or into the various parking lots. -- The transport vans/buses are parking in the alley behind the school and they should be the only ones back there. If your child rides a transport van have them proceed to the vans/buses as soon as they are able. No students should be boarding Vans/buses on the street. -- Advise all scholars to remain on CMIT South MS/HS property, do not encourage students to walk off the property. CMIT South MS/HS has no jurisdiction beyond its property cannot monitor students beyond the property. -- Appreciate the efforts of those who are volunteering to help by being respectful and following the traffic pattern.

Lara Adewoye, Principal

Judges Needed! The Maker’s Fair is in need of Judges on Friday, March 27th 2020. If you are interested in being a judge for the Maker’s Fair please fill out the form below: https://forms.gle/VCrfVv9cLaMpLUsNA *If letter of absence is needed, we will provide you with one.

Miss Allen

Class of 2021 Spring Bazaar-Vendors Wanted; Saturday, March 28, 2020, 11am-5pm, CMIT South Cafeteria and Hall; 9822 Fallard Ct., Upper Marlboro, MD. This is a request for Vendors. Please contact Loretta Vincent (202) 316-3494 - email: (lomo417@gmail.com) for additional details.

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Class of 2021

Come WATCH, COMPETE, or WIN! The CLF Sumobot Challenge is SATURDAY, March 28, 2020. Inspired by our massively successful event at MakerFEST 2019 where the Sumobot Challenge drew a crowd of hundreds, this 2020 we decided to recognize and reward all the active, growing, STEAMazing Builders & Makers across Maryland!!! Yes, come and join our schools across the State of Maryland as we offer multiple 1 v 1 challenges and a robo-haven of fun for the whole family! Gear up as sparks fly in our electrifying robo-rumble, 3/28! CLF Sumobot Challenge on March 28, 2020 from 930am-12:00pm at #ChesapeakeSciencePoint and open to all Maryland Public School FLL Students, Teams, and Individuals wishing to compete, watch, volunteer, support, or sponsor! Our Director of Community Partnerships says, "CLF Signature Events like MakerFEST in May and CultureFEST in November will always be sustained by a potluck of community partnerships. We are excited to add this new SumoBot Challenge to the list of CLF Annual Events, every March, & open to the Maryland public!" We are STEAM Educators for Maryland's Future Innovators. Students interested in competing, please register here: https://www.clfadvancedstudies.org/sumobot The Posters (attached) will be distributed to each CLF school promptly and digital copies are being tasked for each website. Please encourage ALL your school's official Social Media Accounts to also post these flyers for CLF's Annual Maryland Sumobot Challenge!!! In addition, we've attached the rules flyer here, too. Event Time & Date: Saturday, March 28, 2019, at 9:30am-12:00pm Event Location/Physical Address: Chesapeake Science Point (CSP) 7321 Pkwy Dr. South Hanover, MD 21076 Registration Link and More info: https://www.clfadvancedstudies.org/sumobot If you have any question, contact cbicer@clfmd.org or msutherland@clfmd.org NOTE: To receive a special Sumobot T-shirt and $15 Amazon Gift Card at the event, all participant student needs to be registered. *Snacks will be served to participants and additional refreshments will also be made available for purchase to all guests. CLF's Annual Maryland Sumobot Challenge!

CLF Community Partnerships

Who: Open to all Middle School students Where: African American History Museum When: March 24, 2020 Cost: $12:00 Who: Open to all Middle School students Where: Amped Up Baltimore MD When: March 26, 2020 Cost: $14:00

CMIT South MS/HS

Hello, The science department has gotten together and have decided to give the students more time on their last assignment which is the Multimedia Presentation/Tri-Fold Board. Students will be made aware of the assignment requirements early next week. Late presentations/boards will NOT be accepted due to restricted time. Here is the NEW Maker's Faire schedule: "Plan" Research 1 - October 7 "Design" Reaction Paper - November 12 "Build" Research Links - Dec. 16 "Test & Redesign" Reaction Paper - Jan. 28 "Share" Final Paper - Feb. 25 ***"Share" Multimedia/Tri-fold boards - March 20*** Maker's Faire - March 27 (confirmed)

Miss Brown

Starting on March 3rd, volleyball spring workouts will be held Tuesdays and Thursdays from 3:00-4:00pm. HS and 8th grade students attending CMIT South HS next year and interested in trying out for the team may attend. Athletes should wear workout clothes and gym shoes, and be prepared for conditioning and weight training. Athletes must be picked up on time. Any students picked up late will not be allowed to stay for workouts after the second late pick up. If currently participating in a Winter sport at CMIT South, you may not attend until your season is over.

Coach Sears & Coach Amos

Greetings, Boys Soccer tryout will be next Wednesday, March 4, 2020. Tryout will be at the indoor soccer field from 3:15 to 4:30 pm. Players must complete and bring the PGCPS Physical Form before participating in the tryout. Players should wear appropriate clothing and indoor soccer shoes. Cleats are not allowed on the indoor soccer field. Last Season was awesome. This season will be terrific. See you on Wednesday CMIT-South Players!!! If you have questions or doubts please don't hesitate to contact me at farroyo@cmitsouth.com

Coach Arroyo

Middle School Girls Soccer Try-Outs Date: Monday March 9 & Tuesday March 10 Times: 3:00 PM - 4:30 PM Location: CMIT South Indoor Soccer Field. What to Bring: Running Sneakers, WATER!!, Indoor or Outdoor Cleats (if you have them), Shin Guards (if you have them), Soccer Ball (if you have one) Please bring your physical form to tryouts. All physical forms must be submitted by March 10. Any questions please email Coach Cuddy at jcuddy@cmitsouth.org.

Julia Cuddy

Dear Students & Parents of 85 Duke & 86 Howard: ‌ This is a friendly reminder to please make sure your scholar brings their Quarter 3 Book, Code Talker by Joseph Bruchac to class everyday. They may leave their book in our RELA class if they want. ‌ Also, please make sure your scholar has a RELA journal or notebook they bring to class everyday. Students must have their own lined paper to use for classwork. We are temporarily unable to use Chromebooks in our RELA class until further notice. (Our IT Dept. is working on an IP address issue with PGCPS.) Thank you for your understanding.

Best, Mrs. Hakisha Newman, M.Ed., M.A.

Scholars in 10th and 11th grade will be taking the above assessments on March 4, 2020. 10th grade students will take the PSAT 10 while 11h grade students will seat for the SAT. Please ensure students arrive to school early and are have a good night sleep and a healthy breakfast. We know they have worked hard to prepare for the assessment and wish them all the best.

Testing Office Follow us on Twitter @CMIT_South

On Saturday, March 7, students in grades 6-12 and their families can learn about the admissions process, how to prepare for applications, financial aid, and the overall college experience. This annual college preparation workshop is presented in Spanish and English. You can preregister by filling out the form below. https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdSPkl3JxmXBQb1SdACLKSzlYH6Y2XvEA8g8hwIww1auCy-1w/viewform?fbclid=IwAR33YswWXnEjDYitfSN6NnFGQBnoAXAU8bouRjApQriU3mPW6dVJ-n4nI_Y

Follow us on Twitter @CMIT_South

For over 27 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. This is a paid summer internship for students entering the 11th and 12th grade. Once selected, we assign each student to a participating law firm or law-related agency. The student is expected to work 30 to 40 hours each week throughout the Program. Included in the 30 to 40 hour week is the Law and Leadership Institute, a class that the student attends each week at the courthouse. This year, the Program will run for a seven week period, from June 22, 2020 to August 14, 2020. The application deadline has been extended and students may apply through April 5, 2020. Application form and directions for submission is attached. Should you have any questions regarding the Law Links Program, please contact/call (301) 952-3767 or napearson@co.pg.md.us.

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

Spring Diversity Open House taking place on March 28, 2020, is an introduction to diversity and cultural life on GW campus. This event is open to all students with a commitment to multiculturalism, equality, and social justice. The program allows prospective high school juniors to learn about the diversity and cultural opportunities of our community, discuss admissions and financial aid, and engage in dialogue with current GW students about their transition to college. Preregister for this event using the link below. Contact Assistant Director, Joshua Lowe, at jdlowe@gwu.edu. We look forward to welcoming you to campus! https://gwadmissions.secure.force.com/tgtx/targetX_eventsb__events#/esr?eid=a0P1T00000BoYPzUAN

Ben Toll Dean of Admissions

Terp Scholars enroll in one three-credit course that is at the cutting-edge of theory, thought, and technology. Courses feature field trips or guest speakers designed to broaden understanding of the field through career discovery. Outside of class, students should expect to spend several hours a day on course-related assignments. Classes meet every day, Monday-Friday, with meeting times varying according to the specific course. Both credit and grade earned post to the UMD transcript and become part of the student record. The course may not be taken pass-fail or audit. Courses are offered in a broad range of academic disciplines from UMD’s Colleges and Schools. Students should expect to purchase books, class packets, or classroom supplies. Each course description features a link to the sample syllabus that lists specific requirements for that course. On the application, you’ll be asked to make a second choice in the event the first selection has filled. Course selection is processed on a first-come, first serve basis when the complete application packet has been received. https://oes.umd.edu/middle-high-school-students/terp-young-scholars

Courtesy of UMD

The yearbook staff has requested that all seniors fill out a short Google questionnaire so that we can include a bio next to each senior portrait in the yearbook. Please be sure to check with your senior to have them complete the form. https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfI6_c2I7jYXqTtaqfPZaoPs72pT3TyLhXC1QXp4gyQ3dsGwg/viewform

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Ms. Hackett and the Yearbook Class

Hello CMIT families, We have only one week left to collect for our winter box top contest. Please turn in your box tops to the box top box by the front office. Also, please download the App and scan your receipt for our school to receive credit. This contest ends March 2, 2020. Any questions please contact the PTO via email at PTO@CMITSOUTH.ORG. Thank you

CMIT South PTO

CMIT South Class of 2023 presents Honeybaked Ham Fundraiser Help our class raise some cash. Get your holiday dinner, ham, turkey, or desserts and support us, too! Use our link to order the gift cards for yourself or for gifts: https://honeybakedfundraising.com/fundraisers/cmitsclassof2023 Now through 3/31/2020 Thank you for your support!

CMIT South Class of 2023

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 purchased 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 South MS/HS 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 MS/HS 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.