On Friday November 6, 2020, all students will be released two-hours early to allow for Staff Professional Activity. Classes will begin at our regular time of 8:30am. Virtual learning will occur with an abbreviated schedule. Students will follow their regular Friday schedule but will see their teachers for about 35 minutes per period. Lunch will be at the regular time - 12:00 noon. There is no independent practice time built in with abbreviated schedule, just breaks. Students can complete their independent assignments after lunch. The abbreviated Bell Schedule is attached.

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Lara Adewoye, Principal Follow us on Twitter @CMIT_South

The 2021-2022 Lottery for PGCPS Public Charter Schools will begin its application process on November 2, 2020 and end on January 29, 2021. Application information for Charter Schools will be available online through the Charter School Office and lottery website. Charter School Lottery applications can only be submitted online. Parents interested in applying to CMIT South MS/HS should visit our website - www.cmitsouth.org to learn more about the school. You may also follow us on Twitter - @CMIT_South or https://twitter.com/CMIT_South. All Prince George’s County families can apply to a public charter school, as there are no attendance boundaries assigned to charter schools. Interested families must complete the online application for each child they wish to enroll. Prospective public charter school families must ensure that the students has a PGCPS student ID to apply. If your student does not have a PGCPS ID, please visit your neighborhood school to get one.

CMIT South MS/HS Follow us on Twitter @CMIT_South

Its already that time of the year again! Lottery for PGCPS Charter Schools open November 2, 2020 and closes January 29, 2021. CMIT South MS/HS is excited to hold three virtual open house sessions for parents of prospective students who are interested in applying to the lottery for CMIT South Middle and High Schools for SY22. If you have students of secondary school age, please plan to attend one of these virtual sessions. Sessions will hold as follows: Thursday November 19, 2020 @ 6:00pm Wednesday December 16, 2020 @ 4:30pm Saturday January 16, 2021 @ 11:00am We encourage all prospective families to join us for this event. We will be discussing our instructional program and offerings. Since we cannot shared meeting links publicly, Zoom links to join sessions will be provided to only parents who RSVP via the Google Form below. Hope to see you there. RSVP: https://forms.gle/NyizRav9TEmvwDbT9

CMIT South MS/HS

Per PGCPS calendar, there will be no school on Tuesday 11/03/2020 due to the Elections. You can view PGCPS calendar by using the link below. https://www.pgcps.org/communications/cards/2020-2021-School-Year-Calendar-as-a-Grid/ Mark your calendars.

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Please see the attached flyers for the upcoming student-led Mental Health 24/7 Series: Anxiety event that will take place on November 2nd (5:00-6:30 p.m.). The Zoom link is embedded within the flyers.

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Michael Pitter, School Counselor Chesapeake Math & IT Academy South 9822 Fallard CT. Upper Marlboro, MD 20772

Dear Parents/Guardians, This week Saturday Academy will officially begin, and we are excited to have your child/children participating with us. We will have two sessions like in previous years for you to select from 9:00 AM-10:30 AM and 11:00 AM-11:30 AM. Of course, you can choose both sessions. Saturday Academy will function similarly to the past with me as your child’s guide. The link that I have provided is for me to sign your child in and then send them to whichever specified session(s) through breakouts. Again, we looked forward to helping your child/children to receive additional support. https://pgcps-org.zoom.us/j/92857077828?pwd=VU1EVHRmRjI4MlEyRVNZTkN1cVBaQT09 Should you have any questions please feel free to contact me. Sincerely, If you did not register first please fill out the google form for recording keeping. https://forms.gle/x2LTtKEKdxDm3t8k6

Georgia Jones, Testing Coordinator

Hi all, Keeping with tradition at CMIT-South, we are organizing a canned food drive this winter. This event will be for the rest of the 2020 calendar year. The SGA is collecting canned foods and non-perishables to donate to food insecure families and a local food bank. We know this year's holidays are going to look very different from previous years and we want to do our part to help. While the posted flyer says donations will be collected for the month of November, that is only for the student competition portion. We will continue to accept donations from families through December. Our student government leaders will safely, collect, organize, and distribute the donations we receive. Canned food items can be dropped off at the school in the containers under the middle school entrance canopy. Donations can also be ordered and mailed directly to the school. Please mail to CMIT South SGA - 9822 Fallard Drive, Upper Marlboro MD 20772. If you would like to help, please contact Mr. Wassam (nwassam@cmitsouth.org) or our President - Ms. Chelesea Bryant (cbryant@cmitsouth.org or sga_hs@cmitosuth.org). If you or someone you know needs additional assistance, please reach out and we will help in any way that we can!

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High School SGA Executive Committee

The SY21 First Quarter ends on November 5, 2020. Grades will be submitted at this time. Please check SchoolMax for your scholar's grades and reach out to the teachers for any matters that may need addressing. There is still time to improve on grades needing improvement. Cumulative averages will continue to change until the end of the quarter. Parents needing assistance with access to SchoolMax should email lwallace@cmitsouth.org. Many thanks for your continuous support.

CMIT South MS/HS

Free or reduced-price meals are available to students based on household size and income (see chart through link). If income falls below the amount listed below for household size, then students living within the household may qualify for free or reduced-price meals. Students are automatically eligible for free meals if the family receives assistance under the Food Supplement Program or Temporary Cash Assistance (TCA) benefits. You can find the income guidelines and apply by clicking on this link - https://www.pgcps.org/food-and-nutrition/cards/Apply-For-Free-or-Reduced-Price-Meals/ If your child usually participates in FARMS or you may qualify to participate, please complete the form online. Filling out the form will prevent a disruption of meal services. These forms are also used to determine additional funding for staff and school resources.

CMIT South MS/HS

Although PGCPS will offer distance learning for the first semester, students must meet state immunization requirements within 20 calendar days of enrollment. Immunizations during the pandemic are essential in maintaining overall health, especially during flu season. Please send your child's updated shot records to nurse@cmitsouth.org. Prince George’s County Public Schools will offer free immunization clinics in high school Wellness Centers to assist families in meeting immunization requirements. Families must register online for an appointment. These services are offered in collaboration with the Prince George’s County Health Department and the Maryland Partnership for Prevention. Locations, Dates & Times Bladensburg High School Wellness Center November 2, 4, 9, 14, 16, 18, 21 and 30 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. Fairmont Heights High School Wellness Center November 2, 4, 9, 16 and 18 9 a.m. - 2 p.m. Northwestern High School Wellness Center November 2, 4, 9, 16, 18, 21 9 a.m. - 2 p.m. Oxon Hill High School Wellness Center November 2, 4, 9, 14, 16, and 18 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. Online Registration Appointments are required. Online registration link: www.vaccineconsent.com/clinic/search More Information www.pgcps.org/immunizations/Card/Upcoming-Clinics For more information, visit the PGCPS Immunization webpage - https://www.pgcps.org/immunizations/.

PGCPS

Dear Middle School Parents & Teachers: Here is a photo of all of the books of the quarter for school year 2021.

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

Dear Middle School Parents & Students: This is a friendly reminder to get the following Quarter 2 Books: 6TH GRADE: the young landlords by Walter Dean Myers 7TH GRADE: Let the Cycle be Unbroken by Mildred Taylor 8TH GRADE: Ghost by Jason Reynolds

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

Towson University Center for STEM Excellence will conduct Virtual Field Trips for Life Science students in Nov and Dec. Here are the dates/times/topics: Topic - It's a Gassy World: This lab explores the issues of global warming, climate change, and the role of carbon dioxide as a greenhouse gas. Thursday 11/12 9:45 – 10:45 Morgan 12:40 – 1:40 Stanford 1:55 – 2:55 Yale Friday 11/13 12:40 – 1:40 MIT 1:55 – 2:55 Temple Topic - Mystery of the Crooked Cell: Students will explore how sickle cell anemia is genetically passed down. Thursday 12/3 9:45 – 10:45 Morgan 12:40 – 1:40 Stanford 1:55 – 2:55 Yale Friday 12/4 12:40 – 1:40 MIT 1:55 – 2:55 Temple

Ms. Melchoir, Life Science Teacher

Do you like building things? Or science? Or building things WITH science? Then Science Olympiad is for you! Click on the attached brochure to learn more!

Kendall Gilliam

RELA REMINDER: DEAR PARENTS & STUDENTS OF 85 STANFORD & 86 MIT: THE QUARTER 1 CULMINATING TASK: INTELLIGENCE PODCAST IS DUE FRIDAY, OCTOBER 30, 2020. STUDENTS COMPLETED THEIR PODCAST SCRIPTS LAST WEEK DURING CLASS AND INDEPENDENTLY. ADDITIONALLY, THEY WILL BE GIVEN CLASS TIME ON THURSDAY AND FRIDAY THE 29TH & 30TH TO WORK IN SMALL GROUPS AND RECORD THEIR PODCASTS. THANK YOU.

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

Hi CMIT-South family! In order to encourage student participation and school community as a whole, we would like to gather interest in a gaming tournament. We would like to know what you want for this gaming tournament - and provide us with some information to being organizing some sort of event. Thank you for the help and support! https://forms.gle/zB15mz8HpqVwSiHQ8

Executive Board SGA

CMIT Students, The High School Student Government is looking for a few student volunteers to help us in a campaign to raise awareness for mental health. We need a few volunteers to help us promote this campaign and work with our student leaders to send a positive message to students. If you are interested in helping us out, please contact me (Mr. Wassam) at nwassam@cmitsouth.org All help is appreciated and welcome!

Mr. Wassam

Hi Seniors and families, please see the information below. High school seniors nationwide who demonstrate leadership, drive, integrity, and citizenship are invited to apply for the 2021 GE-Reagan Foundation Scholarship Program. This program annually provides college-bound students with $10,000 renewable scholarships – up to $40,000 total per recipient – and supports them as they lead and serve in college and beyond. Help put promising young leaders in the running for this prestigious award. Share this news with candidates who exemplify these characteristics inside and outside the classroom and encourage them to apply. Applications for the 2021 GE-Reagan Foundation Scholarship Program are accepted until Jan. 5, 2021. Additional information, eligibility requirements, and a link to the application are available here: https://www.reaganfoundation.org/education/scholarship-programs/ge-reagan-foundation-scholarship-program/

Mr. Wassam

Hi Chemistry and Biology families! I will follow my normal schedule next week. Meaning, I will NOT meet with Chemistry students on Monday - but will post materials for them to review at their own pace. I WILL meet with my Biology students following their normal schedule on Monday. You will also have received this notification in an email from me on Friday afternoon. Please let me know if you have any questions! And students should be encouraged to join me for office hours on Wednesdays.

Mr. Wassam

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.

CMIT South PTO

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.