Volleyball spring workouts are held on MONDAYS and THURSDAYS from 3:00-4:30pm. Open gyms are open to current high schoolers and 8th graders interested in playing girls volleyball next year. Students must change immediately after school and report directly to the gym. Students must be picked up on time...after the second late pick up, students will no longer be allowed to stay for workouts. The Open Gym Permission Slip attached below must be completed and turned in to Coach Sears in order to participate. Athletes will need to wear workout clothes and gym shoes, and be prepared for not only volleyball, but also conditioning and weight training. Masks must be worn during workouts. Looking ahead.... Volleyball season begins in early August, before the school year starts. If you hope to tryout and be on the HS team, please plan accordingly to ensure you are in town once the season starts. More information will come as we get closer to the end of the year, but I wanted to give everyone a heads up now. I look forward to seeing you all at workouts!

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Coach Sears

Hello My Drama Stars! I will be back to work on Monday May 9th. Drama Club will resume on Tuesday May 10th from 3 pm to 4:45 pm. Please study your parts and work on your costumes. I can't wait to see you all Have a great weekend. Ms. Myers

Sharon K Myers

May is recognized as National Mental Health Awareness Month!!!! Mental Health is defined as: Mental health includes our emotional, psychological, and social well-being. It affects how we think, feel, and act. It also helps determine how we handle stress, relate to others, and make choices. Mental health is important at every stage of life, from childhood and adolescence through adulthood. Each year millions of Americans face the reality of living with a mental illness. During May, several organizations join the national movement to raise awareness about mental health. Each year we fight stigma, provide support, educate the public, and advocate for policies that support people with mental illness and their families. This year, Mental Health Awareness Month will amplify the message, “Together for Mental Health.” According to National Today, observing Mental Health Awareness Month means taking care of yourself, taking care of your loved ones, and talking about mental health. The more you talk about it, the more normal the conversation becomes. This can be a challenge due to the stigma mental health carries, but it is important to offer support and encourage your loved ones, and to seek treatment for yourself. Stigma often exists because of negative stereotypes or myths. For example, some people might believe that treatment does not help. However, mental health conditions such as anxiety are very treatable, but only 36% of people go to get help. Others believe that anxiety just happens, or that it is very uncommon. This, again, is untrue. Anxiety disorder is the most common mental health disorder in the US, and it is caused by several factors such as brain activity to genetics, to life events. So, reach out if you need help, or be there for someone who needs help. If you are in a mental health crisis, there are numerous resources available. Please contact any resource listed below or contact me for further assistance: National Suicide Prevention Lifeline – Call 1-800-273-8255 Veterans Crisis Line – Call 1-800-273-8255, press 1 National Alliance on Mental Illness – Text “NAMI” to 741741 Mental Health America – Text “MHA” to 741741 or call 1-800-273-8255 (Available 24/7) For Spanish speakers, call 1-888-628-9454 For Deaf or hard of hearing, dial 771, then 1-800-273-8255

Ms.Tutt (Wellness and Mental Health Therapist)

Middle School yearbook sales end this Sunday, May 8th. This is your absolute last chance to order a yearbook this year! Standard yearbooks cost $20. A personalized yearbook costs $25. (Please note: the yearbook company may include tax when ordering.) Orders are being taken ONLINE ONLY. Here's how to order: Step 1: Visit http://www.memorybook.com/online-pay/parent-pay/ Step 2: Enter school code 177438 then click "Go to your school account log in" Step 3: Click on the link below your school name Step 4: Register as a "new user" Step 5: Buy a standard yearbook for $20.00 or a personalized yearbook for $25.00 (You will have to add your student by clicking the purple plus sign and entering the name and grade of your student. You can add more than one student if you have more than one student in the middle school that would like a yearbook.)

Miss Sears

Calling all 6th and 7th grade families! Join us for a brief meeting to discuss planning and collaboration efforts to help support your scholars next school year! Date: Wednesday May 18, 2022 Time: 6:30pm Dial-in number (US): (605) 313-6298 Access code: 422540# Online meeting ID: meeting21022 Join the online meeting: https://join.freeconferencecall.com/meeting21022

MS Parent Representatives

College Admissions Process (#CAP) Presents: Scholarship and College Admissions MASTERCLASS! For all current HS freshmen, sophomores, and juniors! What is #CAP? The Mission of CAP #CAPsm abbreviation for College Admissions Process is designed to assist high school 11th grade and 12th-grade students who attend schools within Prince George's County in their efforts to enter college by providing a hands-on approach that includes all the steps from researching various colleges to actually completing the application process. On Wednesday, May 11, 2022, from 6:00 pm-7:30 pm, the Incredible Chapter of Iota Gamma Omega of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated #CAP (College Admissions Process) Committee invites you to join us for our College Admissions Process (#CAP) Presents: Scholarship and College Admissions MASTERCLASS! Don’t Get Ready, Stay Ready! Join leading expert Andrea Leonard for an immersive online experience for High School Scholars and Parents on; Arming to “WIN” the Battle against competitive Scholarships and the Admissions Process! Roll With Us and Increase Your Chances of Qualifying for More Scholarships and Your Dream College by: Learning Techniques to Strengthen Your Profile Establishing a Noticeable Community Presence Raising your Academic Ranking And Much More Current HS Freshmen, Sophomores, Seniors, and Parents (new and current) please register to join us no later than Wednesday, May 11, 2022, by 5:00 pm. After registering, the Zoom link will be emailed to both students and parents prior to the event. Please share this information within your networks. For more information or questions please email us at Cap@igoaka.org Thank you! CAP Committee

Ms.Tutt (Wellness and Mental Health Therapist)

May 1st is National College Signing Day which celebrates high school seniors and transfer students choosing to pursue higher education at professional training programs, a community college, a four-year college or university, or the military and continues Former First Lady Michelle Obama's, efforts to inspire young people to pursue their education past high school. The Iota Gamma Omega Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated and the #CAP (College Admissions Process) Committee highlighted the following CMIT seniors who participate in our programs! The highlighted seniors included: 1. NeZiah Amponsah 2. Charles McCain 3. Kendall Roy 4. Danielle Taylor 5. Kennedi Williams 6. Samuel Frazier 7. Kalyla Jones 8. Bailey Jones The celebration didn't stop there!......... On Monday, May 2, 2022, CMIT held their National College Signing Day Program, where 7 #CAP Seniors were honored and celebrated that participated in our partnership college prep program #CAP sponsored by Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated in collaboration with the Ivy Community Charities of Prince George’s County, Incorporated for their outstanding commitment to pursuing higher education. These seniors are being rewarded and acknowledged for successfully completing the program since the fall. These students were selected based on having the highest attendance rate among all the students who attended CMIT. The selected seniors included: 1. NeZiah Amponsah 2. Charles McCain 3. Cadewryn Fletcher 4. Danielle Taylor 5. Kennedi Williams 6. Samuel Frazier 7. Kalyla Jones The selected students all received: 1. Microsoft Surface Laptops 2. College supplies goodie bags 3. A certificate of completion 4. Goureme chocolate box Thank you all for all your support and participation! We look forward to seeing what you all do next! #CAP & IGO

Ms.Tutt (Wellness and Mental Health Therapist)

4/4 - 4/8 – Assistant Principal Week. The PTO celebrated our APs with flowers, lunch and a gift basket. 4/22 – PTO supported the Athletic Banquet by providing snacks. 4/18 – 4/22 – Happy Volunteer Week! We appreciate each of you. Thank you!

-- CMIT South PTO Executive Board

Marco's Pizza has joined in a partnership with CMIT MS/HS for School Spirit Day… (11a-11p) on the 1st Wednesday of EVERY month. 😊🍕 Sooooo, you missed this month, no worries. There’s another opportunity to support in June. 😊 Please support! All proceeds will help the PTO pour directly back into our scholars and staff! Thank you.

-- CMIT South PTO Executive Board

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   

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