Greetings, I am very honored to be providing additional support for Social Studies to our scholars at Saturday Academy. I have created a schedule for strategies discussed by the Social Studies team that we believe would be beneficial for scholars to engage with additional support. Saturday Academy is opened to all grade levels, and I will provide topics specific to each grade level present for the sessions. Please see the schedule below and know I look forward to supporting your scholars. December 4: Writing Structure December 11: Analyzing Primary Sources December 18: Reading Comprehension If there are any topics you feel your scholar would benefit from please email me at bodaniel@cmitsouth.org so that I can include it on future schedules.

Ms. O'Daniel bodaniel@cmitsouth.org

Parents and Guardians, On November 29th, CMIT South and schools across the district began to implement updated locker distribution and cafeteria usage plans. As we continue to distribute lockers, please keep in mind that students and staff will need to become acclimated to the plan and its impact on school transitions. Likewise, our lunch plan has students eating with their class cohorts in the cafeteria during one of our 4 lunch blocks. We will continue to monitor to ensure adherence to COVID protocols and make revisions to the plan when necessary. Your patience and understanding is appreciated in advance. Sincerely, Dr. Borden-McCarter, Principal Chesapeake Math & IT Academy South Middle/High School

Dr. Borden-McCarter, Principal

CMIT South MS/HS Parents and Guardians, Dr. Borden-McCarter relaxed the uniform policy this school year due to the uniform shortages of our supplier. Although students are not being required to wear the uniform hoodie with the embroidered school logo this year, students are still required to wear the appropriate uniform colors for their grade level. High School uniform hoodie colors allowed: -Dark purple -Golden yellow Middle School uniform hoodie colors allowed: -Royal Blue -Kelly Green Please note the hoodies should be a solid color with no graphics or designs. Please see the image above. Thank you,

CMIT South MS/HS Front Office

Attention all Tiger Scholars - both Middle and High School! Picture RETAKE day will take place on December 14th. Students need to wear the following: -CMIT South uniform polo shirts -Appropriate uniform pants & shoes as usual If a student does not have a uniform polo shirt due to a uniform shortage, they should wear a plain polo shirt in one of the appropriate colors (blue/green for middle school and purple/gold for high school). If a student has PE class on December 14th but needs to retake their photo, they should still wear their normal uniform and NOT their PE attire. Students do not need to wear their school oxford shirt this year and all students will be photographed. Students who were not in the correct uniform on picture day will need to participate in the Retake Day if they want to appear in the school yearbook as ONLY THE CORRECTLY UNIFORMED STUDENTS WILL APPEAR IN THE YEARBOOK. Students wearing a school sweatshirt or jacket will be asked to take it off for their picture. High School students will receive a student ID using their uniform photo. IDs will not be immediately distributed. Picture Retak forms are available in the school cafeteria as well as your Scholar's English classroom.

Ms. Hackett and The Yearbook Staff

COVID CLARITY If you receive a letter from the school being identified as a close contact, one with symptoms and/or you are confirmed COVID positive (outside lab or through pool testing) please read in its entirety for complete instructions. -ALL COVID POSITIVE cases must have clearance from the Health Department PRIOR to returning to school; no exceptions. -ALL UNVACCINATED Close Contacts are required to show proof of a negative PCR COVID test (not rapid) from DAY 5 of quarantine or later PRIOR to returning to school. Please see PGCPS Quarantine and Testing Guidelines for more information; https://www.pgcps.org/coronavirus/resources/quarantine-and-testing. These are only guidelines; when a scholar/staff may return depends on several factors. Your cooperation is important for the well-being of your family, our families and the entire CMIT South community as a whole. When to Stay Home from School/Work Gone are the days we medicate our scholars and ourselves with Advil or Tylenol for minor cold/allergy symptoms and send them on their way to school. COVID has impacted us all. Please do daily symptom checks, if you or your scholar are exhibiting symptoms, stay home from school/work and monitor. Contact your PCP for guidance prior to sending to school. If these symptoms are related to an underline chronic medical condition that is within student's baseline, provide the school with such documentation. COVID-19 Vaccine Booster Information Curious about booster vaccine? See CDC attachment. https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/vaccines/booster-shot.html December 5-11, 2021 is National Influenza Vaccination Week Did you know most influenza viruses spread all year long? According to the CDC peak season is between December and February though activity can last through late May. Its important to discuss with your PCP if the vaccine is right for you. The ideal time for vaccination is September, prior to the onset of activity in October. Good news...it's not too late. This year's four component vaccine (designed to protect against 4 different flu viruses) is currently available. Visit the CDC's website for up to date information. https://www.cdc.gov/flu/season/faq-flu-season-2021-2022.htm

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Tisa Ellis, RN, BSN CHESAPEAKE MATH AND INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY ACADEMY SOUTH 9822 Fallard Court Upper Marlboro, MD 20772 Phone: 240-767-4918 | Fax:240-823-9326 nurse@cmitsouth.org

Greeting CMIT South Parents and Students, Please see the attachment to prepare for PSAT 8/9 testing on December 14, 2021.

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Georgia Jones, Testing Coordinator

Greetings Middle School Families!!! This week our Middle School Administrators held a Town Hall Meeting to RESET some expectations around the learning environment and student behavior. We've included a recording of the town hall meeting for our families to also be aware of the expectations of our scholars moving forward! Please click on the following link to view the town hall: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1jy_TH89QxDD5pRo8o7viQdYqSU7mmJgf/view?usp=sharing

Mr. Walker Assistant Principal

The Kappa Alpha Psi Foundation of Maryland will be sponsoring a SAT Prep Workshop for high school students in Prince George's County on December 18, 2021. The SAT Prep Workshop is free to high school students, and it is virtual!! Feel free to share the registration link and flyer with your colleagues and students. Early registration is highly encouraged. December 2021 Registration link by clicking here: (https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_W0Bmqo-aSKyKH0Vt0xZv_g)

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

Good Morning Juniors and Seniors! Please see attached flyer for a FREE upcoming SAT Workshop. The workshop is virtual and will take place on December 18, 2021. If you are interested, you must register by clicking this link: SAT Workshop | December 2021 *After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar. For any questions or concerns, you can contact Ted Blakeney at 240-475-2553

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Educationally Yours, Mrs. Simmons 11th & 12th Grade School Counselor Chesapeake Math & IT South 9822 Fallard Ct Upper Marlboro, MD 20772 Phone: (240) 573-7250 Fax: (240)823-9326 www.cmitsouth.org CMIT South CEEB Code: 210161 College Apps and Naviance Assistance- link Request Transcripts: https://pgcpsmd.scriborder.com/ Follow us on Twitter @CMIT_South “The difference between the impossible and the possible lies within a person's determination.” —Tommy Lasorda.

Greetings, Quarter Two is in full swing in room 329. Scholars are now able to earn "Tiger Paws" which they can spend at the PBIS center in the classroom to earn prizes such as bookmarks, and stickers for Practicing respect, accepting responsibility, working together, and being successful. Scholars will earn tickets throughout the class that they can cash in for their prizes before or after class. Please ask your scholars to come to class with a charged chrome book. There are very limited outlets, and it is vital that students remain in their assigned seats due to Covid-19. Students will not be permitted to change their seat to charge their chrome books during class. Here's and update from each class: LSN Government: Students are wrapping up Unit Two: Foundational Documents this week and will be investigating how the Constitution guards against tyranny. Students will have an opportunity to rewrite their previously graded Constructed Response by completing the reteaching pear deck activity found on Canvas. Students are encouraged to attend Saturday Academy where they will receive additional support for the writing structure. AP Government: Students are learning about selective incorporation and how the Bill of Rights gradually began to apply to the individual states. Students have been working on a "DC Trip" which is a packet that should be completed as we go through the unit. Students have mini due dates to ensure they will not be overwhelmed at the end of the unit to complete this packet. Please check with your scholar to ensure they are working on this assignment throughout the unit. Comparative Religion: Students have completed the units on Judaism, Christianity, and Islam and we will now begin comparing Hinduism and Buddhism. Students have received their final project which is a timeline of the religions we have learned about in class. This project is due January 31, 2022 and is not eligible for a retake. Students can submit their projects up until January 10, 2022 for feedback before their final submission. This project can be accessed on Canvas. Students should begin working on this project, and will receive time in class to work on their projects to avoid feeling overwhelmed towards the end of the quarter.

Ms. O'Daniel bodaniel@cmitsouth.org

Greetings, The SGA Executive Board is having an open meeting Monday December 7, 2021 from 3-4 pm in room 329. All class officers are expected to attend this meeting to report an update for their class' SGA, and any member of any SGA is welcome. The Executive Board open meeting will be held the first Monday of every month. Please see Ms. O'Daniel or email bodaniel@cmitsouth.org if you have any questions or concerns.

Ms. O'Daniel bodaniel@cmitsouth.org

Dear Parents of the Class of 2023,  Please join us for a virtual parent meeting on Thursday 12/9/2021 at 7pm. We will discuss plans to convene planning committees, fundraisers, and other pertinent items to prepare our scholars for graduation. The Zoom link will be shared via email on Thursday morning. See you then! HELP US MEET OUR FUNDRAISING GOAL! Please support our fundraiser by purchasing a gift card or e-gift card from the Honeybaked Ham. **20% of every purchase supports our class. Please purchase here: https://honeybakedfundraising.com/fundraisers/cmitsclassof2023 Thank you for your support! Ms. Cameron & The Class of 2023 Scholars

Hola estudiantes, padres y encargados, I hope you all have had a great week. In Spanish Class we started with dictation strategies and it is very important to copy down and study the words for every week. This Methodology helps the students with the modes of communication on listening and writing. Also, check Canvas everyday to get the agenda posted on Announcements and check the Assignments. Words for dictations will be posted in Canvas on Assignments. Thank you. If you have questions or doubts don't hesitate to contact me to farroyo@cmitsouth.org Respetuosamente;

Dr. Arroyo

Greetings Tenacious Tigers, As you may know, this Monday we conducted our Fall Town Hall Meetings for 11th and 12th grade scholars. In these meetings we reviewed important information including graduation requirements and school wide expectations. Please be sure to review the slideshows below with your parents/guardians so that you come to school prepared for success on Monday. 11th Grade Townhall: https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1tg8xa9Zh532If-Yo3eYC0JG6bNRWh8kil8mIN6fNnz0/edit?usp=sharing 12th Grade Townhall: https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1mmemn4Nvwufb0-Ub3iA3AsAa03g2bHF21dipQKuUQKg/edit?usp=sharing

Danielle C. Epps High School Assistant Principal Email: depps@cmitsouth.org Phone: (240) 573-7250 Fax: (240)823-9326 Follow us on Twitter @CMIT_South

Hello CMIT South Parents/Guardians, On occasion we need volunteers to assist with school activities. If you would like to volunteer on an as needed basis, please submit the following documentation to secretary@cmitsouth.org. 1. PGCPS Fingerprinting Certificate/Receipt and Letter 2. SafeSchools Training Certificates of Completion (see the attached link) 3. Proof that you are fully vaccinated Volunteer Training https://www.pgcps.org/offices/compliance/volunteer/volunteer-training Online SafeSchools Training (required annually) Within 48 hours of receiving an email from PGCPS titled Volunteer Application Received which provides your assigned Volunteer Identification Number.

CMIT Academy South MS/HS Front Office

Greetings, I hope this publication serves to reinforce our communication and students' learning success. Please find my office hours and Spanish Tutoring days and time below. Office Hours: Tuesday and Thursdays from 12:00 to 1:00 pm by appointment. Spanish Tutoring: Wednesday from 7:45 to 8:15 am by appointment. Also I can be reached at my email, farroyo@cmitsouth.org or Phone-240-573-7250. Sincerely,

Dr. Arroyo

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.

How can I join the PTO?                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            Please click the link to join the PTO   

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScOneU6JvvkFJjliiHuEJvCZCdWcf3X51lXFN_JWOhwue_Jsw/viewform?usp=sf_link