Greetings, Our new soccer field and access road comes with speed bumps as well as traffic spikes to control the direction and flow of traffic in parking lots and garages. They are available as in ground units that must be placed in concrete or surface mount units that also double as speed bumps for installation on finished roadways. Chesapeake Lighthouse Foundation (CLF) will be installing traffic spikes at the exit of the school near the soccer field this weekend. It is imperative that families and student drivers follow the established traffic pattern and safety speed limits when in such close proximity to our students. These spikes are scheduled to be installed this weekend. Additionally, students are not permitted to walk to meet parents in vehicles. Parents are also not permitted to use any alley ways or other short cuts to the dismissal process. All students and care givers are expected to follow the established dismissal procedures. Failure to comply will cause consequences for the student.

Dr. Borden-McCarter, Principal

Greetings CMIT South Scholars!! We are eager to start the first round of clubs the week of October 24th. Please take some time to look at the club booklet and Identify the club(s) you want to participate in. Please ensure that you pay attention to the day and time of the club you sign up for. Attendance is mandatory to keep your spot. You will receive an email from the club sponsor if you have been selected for that particular club. After School Club Booklet: https://www.canva.com/design/DAFPCkbFaHw/W9C2hD-XnvEM_LUj5GUAKA/view?utm_content=DAFPCkbFaHw&utm_campaign=designshare&utm_medium=link&utm_source=viewer Sign-up Sheet: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSd3ACWArcMxuZDtxw6-Q2228qGlfgiKrWeVlPEEuSdW3lWhbA/viewform?usp=sf_link

Dr. Borden-McCarter, Principal

If you are interested in joining one of our STEM Clubs and have not signed up, please contact our STEM Program Coordinator, Mr. Soycan via osoycan@cmitsouth.org If you missed the STEM Night The video is linked below: https://drive.google.com/file/d/15xduBDjeZUFkKsXrOp5m58cWxN6OPnAK/view?usp=drive_web

STEM Coordinator

The volleyball team has one home game this coming week on Wednesday, October 19th against College Park Academy. The game starts at 6:30pm and the theme for the game is Neon Party. Bring out your neon gear, glow sticks, etc. (Monday's game is at Surrattsville at 6:30pm if you live nearby and wish to come watch.) Remember: anyone dressed for the theme will be entered into a raffle for a free volleyball shirt! Tickets to all games must be purchased online at Ticket Spicket https://events.ticketspicket.com/. Search CMIT South to find the games as they get closer to the date. See you at the game!

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Coach Sears

Friday, October 21st is a professional development day for teachers. School will be closed for students.

-- CMIT South PTO Executive Board

CMIT South MS/HS Families, ~ We will no longer provide masks for students. ~ If your student prefers to wear as mask, please send masks to school with your student. ~ PGCPS announced a Mask Optional Policy for all schools starting on September 6, 2022.

CMIT South MS/HS

Students should bring a REFILLABLE WATER BOTTLE to use throughout the school day. Students can no longer drink directly from the water fountain. All water fountains were converted in to water dispensers in 2021.

CMIT South MS/HS

Here is the PGCPS calendar for SY 2022-2023. The calendar can also be found at pgcps.org.

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CMIT South MS/HS Front Office

Hello CMIT South MS/HS Families, All notes regarding absences due to illness, doctor appointments and tardiness should be emailed to attendance@cmitsouth.org. Thank you,

CMIT South MS/HS Attendance Secretary

On December 1st and 2nd, our 7th-grade scholars will attend the JA Finance field trip from 9 am-2 pm. If you are interested in attending the field trip as a volunteer chaperone, please fill out the form below. Please note: Only a specific number of volunteers are needed, so filling out the form does not guarantee you will go on the field trip. https://forms.gle/WApJSmZfxuHi5VpX7 Thank you in advance!

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Miss Sears

CMIT PTO MS Reps are inviting you to join the meeting: Tuesday, October 18, 2022 at 7PM to discuss the following: **What's Next for the Class **PTO Activities & Updates Join the meeting using this easy option: Dial-in number (US): (605) 313-6298 Access code: 422540 Join online for Video and Screen Sharing: https://join.freeconferencecall.com/pto-ms We look forward to meeting you. Questions? Contact the middle school representatives Nekeshi Hector, ncheron3@gmail.com Pamela Reid, pamelareid31@gmail.com

CMIT PTO MS Reps are inviting you to join the meeting: Wed, October 26, 2022 at 7PM to discuss the following: **What's Next for the Class **PTO Activities & Updates Join the meeting using this easy option: Dial-in number (US): (605) 313-6298 Access code: 422540 Join online for Video and Screen Sharing: https://join.freeconferencecall.com/pto-ms We look forward to meeting you. Questions? Contact the middle school representatives Nekeshi Hector, ncheron3@gmail.com Pamela Reid, pamelareid31@gmail.com

Good Day CMIT South High School Families! Please see the attached flyer for the virtual FASFA Webinar happening this evening.

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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.

Class of 2023! Are you interested in attending a HBCU! Great News! You can use the universal application to apply to the attached 67 HBCUs for only $20! You can find the application using the following link: www.commonblackcollegeapp.com For any questions or concerns the contact information is as follows: Telephone: (770) 716- 0616 Email: contact@commonblackcollegeapp.com

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.

Hi Juniors and Seniors! Check out this $2000 Scholarship Opportunity via the Nitro Scholarship Sweepstakes: https://www.nitrocollege.com/nitro-scholarship-application?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=fb_organic_scholpost&fbclid=IwAR3VQZTF_teabSJGejHqPcez2Wyx2nTgOXVs9ATCTVXEKGKjR6yzXfg6Jhs

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.

Juniors and Seniors! The Black Engineers Society is hosting a College Readiness Workshop on Saturday, October 15th, from 1-3 PM. This workshop aims to help high school juniors and seniors in the area prepare for college admissions. The event will be held virtually and will include guest speakers from the Office of Admissions and the Financial Aid department. The event will also have a live engineering student panel. To reserve a spot for this workshop, complete the RSVP form using the link: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfpESJfwwoJR9l5z_hj6VtzcKUAST7MSEee-Y40ZdQ6WMW4WQ/viewform The call link is available after the RSVP form is submitted. For any questions or concerns, please email bes.pci@gmail.com

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.

High Schoolers! Please see the attached flyer for a great Service Learning opportunity provided by the 2022 Baltimore-Washington Invitational Gymnastics Meet.

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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.

CMIT South High Schoolers! Are you interested in learning more about HBCUs (Historically Black Colleges and Universities) ? Please see the attached flyer for a HBCU Virtual Experience happening on Saturday October 29, 2022.

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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.

Juniors, Seniors, and Parents!!! CMIT South will kick off our College and Career Week with our College and Career Panel on Saturday, October 22, 2022, 10am to 12pm in the auditorium! (Open to parents and scholars) We will then have our first in-person College and Career Fair on Thursday, October 27, 2022, and Friday, October 28, 2022! (Strictly for scholars during school hours) Please review the attached flyer for more information. Additional details will be provided as our college and career week approaches.

Class of 2023 & CMIT South Guidance Team

Dear Students, Parents/Guardians Performing well on the SAT is essential for students seeking to gain admittance to colleges and universities in the United States. CMIT South Saturday Academy will be offering Scholastic Aptitude Test [SAT] preparation starting October 22, 2022.

Graciosa Mangubat Ph.D CMIT South HS Math Teacher

Good Afternoon, Today was the last day to submit candidates for Class Officers. I will have a meeting Monday after school for the candidates wanting to run for office. Room 314. Next - The Class of 2026 needs a "Theme". Submit a theme for you class as soon as possible. I would like the class of "2026" to begin to make their mark in High School. Make it fun and a catchy phase. Mrs. Gilbert 9th Grade Sponsor

Helen Gilbert

Juinors and Seniors! Earn a National Community Service Award for your impact and distinguish yourself when applying for college, jobs and scholarships. Share a few details and a photo from each of your volunteer, philanthropy & leadership activities this year - 25 hours across at least 4 activities to earn recognition. Application deadline is April 15, 2023. Get started at my.InnerView.org

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.

Hello CMIT South Family, The results are in for the Double Good Fundraiser that was held on Sept. 16- Sept. 20, 2022 ! The Total Sales raised = $42,466 Total participants = 86 students and staff Total supporters = 861 friends and family Total proceeds = $21,233 Due to the overwhelming success of this 4-day fundraiser, each class percentage was increased to further support our Scholars this year and we added a bonus prize for the Top 3 Sellers. The PTO will work with the 6th grade class to coordinate the well deserved Pizza Party. Congratulations to All!

-- CMIT South PTO Executive Board

The CMIT South MS/HS PTO is offering our families an opportunity to purchase gift cards (plastic or electronic) in preparation for Thanksgiving or as a gift! Cards can be purchased in denominations from $10-$100. E-Gift cards do not expire & can be used at any location. Plastic cards can be mailed directly to the recipient. The fundraiser will run from today, October 14th through Friday, November 11, 2022. Thank you in advance for your participation! Link: https://honeybakedfundraising.com/fundraisers/cmit_south_mshs_fundraiser

-- CMIT South PTO Executive Board

We will have our monthly PTO General Body meeting on Thursday, October 27th. The meeting will take place at 6:30 in the cafeteria.

-- 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   

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