To ensure that students are able to access the online classroom and connect with their teachers on Monday, CMIT South MS/HS is setting up one Zoom links for who need assistance to join. Please use the below link depending on School level. These links are not for schedule change request. Please email your counselors regarding schedule changes. Middle School Helpline 1 - https://pgcps-org.zoom.us/j/84996459089?pwd=MFpqbDhwT2ZCWGFkcUlrVE9PODhIQT09 Helpline 2 - https://pgcps-org.zoom.us/j/89872303716 High School Helpline 1 - https://pgcps-org.zoom.us/j/86724070518?pwd=NlRxOFVQeElISUFIMmZVbDh4cVhyUT09 Helpline 2 - https://pgcps-org.zoom.us/j/82004517841?pwd=bng5amZJWlExckxFd0FzVGZDNzZJZz09

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Please help us connect with you especially during remote learning. If you have not filled out the Google Form sent to you, you are missing out on critical information. Please fill out the Google Form below so we can add you to our email database. Please submit the email address(es) you check most. https://forms.gle/TDBKfyAg1nHHPZgC8

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Need to reach us? Please see attached staff contact to reach us. Have a great year.

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CMIT South MS/HS's Learning Management platform is Edmodo. All teachers are required to utilize this platform to communicate daily assignments, give quizzes, provide updates and alerts, etc. Parents will need to create an account to have access in order to stay connected and informed on their student's learning. Edmodo To create an account, you will need the parent code on the bottom left of your scholar's Edmodo home screen. Once joined, you can view all your scholar's activities, upcoming due dates, assignments, graded work, completed work and teacher comment. CMIT South MS/HS does not allow discussions among students on this platform. Parents and students are encouraged to communicate with the teachers via email. To Join go to www.edmodo.com-->signup-->I'm a parent-->create an account. Follow your child by entering the parent code you can find on their homepage. You can also download the Edmodo app on your Android or IPhone.

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Greeting Parents/Guardians, We hope that everyone has had a safe and restful summer. As we begin this school year, there are certain things that must be done in order to have a successful school year. Your child must have the TestNav application on any devices that will be used for testing. Cell phones are the only device that can not be used. Your child must also know their PGCPS email address and password for testing and to utilize Clever for online textbook use for most classes. If your child is using his/her personal device this year please use the attachment to download TestNav on your device. This is mandatory in order to administer testing this year. Those students who are using PGCPS devices already have TestNav downloaded on their Chromebooks, so they are already prepared for testing. Password information. Here is the email that was sent to the PGCPS community. With our systemwide virtual orientation day and the first day of school fast approaching, please test your child’s PGCPS-issued email and password to ensure they are able to log in and are ready to begin classes on Monday, August 31. What to do if your child is unable to access their PGCPS email account Reset online: Visit https://idm.pgcps.org/ and follow the steps to reset the password. If you cannot reset online: New students and those unable to change passwords online should send an email to their school’s password administrator with the student’s full name, grade and student ID number to receive credentials for log-in. Please email schoolmaxhelp@cmitsouth.org to get your child's PGCPS login credentials.

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Georgia Jones, Testing Coordinator

As part of the Distance Learning plan, CMIT South MS/HS will be using Video Conferencing tools, such as Google Meet and Zoom. Teachers will use these tools to provide virtual lessons to students. Recordings of these lessons will not include student faces or voices. Teachers may also ask students to use engagement tools, such as Screencastify, Flipgrid, Edpuzzle, or Kami. If you do not want your student to use video and or audio during live lessons, complete the Video Conferencing section of the opt-out form, linked below. If you do not want your student to use any of the engagement tools, complete the Supplementary Digital Tools section of the opt-out form, linked below. If your student has permission to use the video and audio features during live lessons and to use all of the supplementary digital tools, NO ACTION is needed. If we do not receive a response by 09/04/2020 we will assume you consent to your student using these tools. Thank you for your attention in this matter. https://forms.gle/nNWaGk6LxDrHzyfj8

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Please test your child’s PGCPS-issued login credentials to ensure they are able to log in and are ready to begin classes on Monday, August 31. What to do if your child is unable to use their PGCPS login Reset online: Visit https://idm.pgcps.org/ and follow the steps to reset the password. If you cannot reset online: New students and those unable to change passwords online should send an email to their school’s password administrator with the student’s full name, grade and student ID number to receive credentials for log-in. For technical support with access to PGCPS Email or SchoolMax, please direct students who have password questions to send an email from their @cmitsouth.org email to schoolmaxhelp@cmitsouth.org. Please note that parents still need to contact Ms. Wallace to reset their Schoolmax password. She can be reached via email - lwallace@cmitsouth.org.

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Although PGCPS will offer distance learning for the first semester, students must meet state immunization requirements within 20 calendar days of enrollment (Sept. 21). Immunizations during the pandemic are essential in maintaining overall health, especially during flu season. Starting next month, PGCPS will host free immunization clinics at multiple school sites to assist families with meeting immunization requirements. These services are offered in collaboration with the Prince George’s County Health Department and the Maryland Partnership for Prevention. Immunizations will be offered by appointment only in order to adhere to social distancing guidelines; masks will be required. Temperatures will be taken upon arrival. We will also offer dental services and flu shots for your convenience. Stay tuned for more details on the online registration process, specific dates, times and locations. For more information, visit the PGCPS Immunization webpage - https://www.pgcps.org/immunizations/.

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Greetings CMIT South Families, We hope that everyone is doing well and making the best of the summer during this difficult time. Due to COVID-19, PTO elections were not held in the spring and some 2019-2020 PTO Board members agreed to remain in office until September 30, 2020. To facilitate the elections and in keeping with PTO Bylaws, the Board is seeking three (3) individuals to participate on the Nominating Committee. The Nominating Committee will solicit interest and nominations of candidates for all Board positions. The PTO Board positions are as follows: President Vice President Recording Secretary Corresponding Secretary Volunteer Coordinator Treasurer Middle School Reps (3) High School Rep (3) In preparation for the elections, we are hoping to have the nominating committee formed by September 9, 2020. If you are interested, please email pto@cmitsouth.org

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As a result of the unprecedented nature of these times due to COVID-19, Back to School Night and New Students' Orientation may be held virtually for SY21. Please mark your calendars for SY21 Back to School Nights. Tuesday, September 15, 2020: 7th and 8th Grade Thursday, September 17, 2020: 6th and High School Schedule is from 4:00pm - 7:00 pm each night. Orientation is scheduled as follows: Orientation Day for New Gr. 6 Middle Schoolers & New 9th Graders - August 28, 2020 First Day of School for All Students - August 31

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CMIT South follows PGCPS calendar. Parents are encouraged to register for text or email alerts for school closings and emergencies by filling out the online form on PGCPS website: https://www.pgcps.org/how-to-subscribe-to-alerts/ Students and parents are asked not to schedule any vacations or trips to coincide with school days for the 2020-21 school year. Maryland state law requires that all students between the ages of 5-16 attend school regularly. Absences from and tardies to virtual or hybrid school is disruptive to the learning process. Studies have shown that students who attend school on a regular basis earn better grades and learn more than those who are frequently absent. Students will earn incentives for Perfect Attendance. Please note that last days for students and teachers are subject to change due to inclement weather make-up days and students may be required to attend school later than indicated. Please do not plan any family vacations until after June 18, 2021. Parents and students are asked to visit PGCPS website for 2020-21 calendar updates: https://www.pgcps.org/communications/cards/2020-2021-School-Year-Calendar-as-a-Grid/ The state of Maryland recognizes the following as lawful (excused) absences from school: -Death in the immediate family -Illness of the student -Quarantine -Court summons -Principal-approved activity -Mental or physical incapacity -Violent storms -Observance of a religious holiday -State of emergency

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Hello CMIT South Family, Please think about supporting CMIT South PTO. When you are shopping this back-to-school time, 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.

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Class of 2021 telephone conference is scheduled for Sunday, September 6th. Your participation is requested as we will be discussing information for our seniors. Please log into Class 2021 website at: https://sites.google.com/cmitsouth.org/classof2021/home for call in information as well as other important and informative information regarding our seniors.

CMIT South Class of 2021

Please support Class 2021 upcoming virtual fundraiser September 7-21, 2020. For details and registration log onto Class 2021 website at: https://sites.google.com/cmitsouth.org/classof2021/home

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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 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.