CMIT North Middle School Newsletter
Week of November 27, 2022
Important Dates
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6/28: 4th Qtr Report Cards Released Online
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Dear CLF Families,
We are excited to announce that Chesapeake Lighthouse Foundation (CLF) now has a new text messaging system to keep you informed about important CLF events, advocacy efforts, and ways you can help support our schools.
If you would like to receive these important updates, simply text "CLF" to 301-823-6910.
Thank you for your continued support, and we look forward to keeping you connected!
Attendance
All students are expected to attend school regularly in accordance with state laws and regulations. The schools, families, and communities must work together to foster exemplary attendance for all students. (Board Policy 5113)
Examples of Lawful Absences include: death in the immediate family, illness, suspension, observance of religious holidays, court summons, etc.
Please be sure to provide an Electronic note to the school when your child is absent. using this link https://shorturl.at/kmoL4 . This link is also located on our school website under CMIT Families tab/ Parents.
This form should be completed by parents when their child is arriving late/ early dismissal or absent from school. Students have 3 (THREE) school days once they return, to submit a note explaining their absence. (PLEASE NOTE: Family Trips/Vacations are NOT excused absences, you must submit a different form and get pre-approval from Principal Brauer) * Not all absence notes are excused. Families are encouraged to refer to Administrative Procedure 5113 for more information.
Please attach doctor's notes or any other supporting documentation that is related to the absence. Once an excused absence note is submitted , your child will be permitted to make up missing work. It would be helpful to have your child ask their teacher(s) and or email your child's teachers to see what missing work needs to be completed. For any questions or concerns, please contact the front office @ 301-350-6051.
Help Us Shine!
We’d love to hear from you! Your feedback plays a crucial role in showcasing the strengths of our school community. Please take a moment to complete a review on Niche and let others know about your experience. To help with writing your review, we’re also sharing a helpful article from GreatSchools. Thank you for your continued support in making our school the best it can be!
Support with Writing a Review- Great Schools Article
Write a Review- Niche
Synergy ParentVUE
Synergy is PGCPS' new Student Information System. It is critically important that families activate their ParentVUE account. This will allow parents to view student schedules, attendance, and grades.
If you have questions or need support please click here: ParentVUE Support and FAQ
PTO Executive Board
Greetings Tiger Families and Staff!
Below, please find information on:
1. Message from Outgoing PTO President
2. Incoming PTO Executive Board
3. Soliciting Donations of New or Gently Used Uniforms
4. Risse Brothers Sale - June 2025
5. Closing Financial Reports for SY24-25 and Draft Working Budget for SY25-26
6. Joining the PTO and Paying Dues for SY 2025-2026
7. Joining a PTO Committee
8. Become a Volunteer!
Have a safe and enjoyable summer!
1. Message from Outgoing PTO President
Greetings CMIT North Middle School Community-
As my time as PTO President comes to an end, I want to express my heartfelt gratitude for the trust, support, and collaboration you’ve shown over the past year and half. It has truly been an honor to serve this incredible school community.
Thank you to every parent, guardian, staff member, and volunteer who gave their time, energy, and voice to help us grow. Whether you showed up at events, shared ideas, donated, or advocated alongside us you made a difference. Together, we’ve built stronger connections and laid the groundwork for continued progress.
I’m especially proud of the advocacy work we began on behalf of our CLF schools. That work is far from over. It is just beginning. I urge each of you to stay engaged, keep your voices strong, and continue the fight for the resources, support, and recognition that our scholars and CMIT North Middle School staff deserve. We must keep building on the foundation we’ve laid for a stronger, more empowered school community.
Please join me in welcoming our new PTO executive board. They are passionate and ready to lead, and I know with your support, they will do amazing things. Let’s keep the momentum going.
With gratitude,
Mrs. Kittrell
Outgoing PTO President
2. Incoming PTO Executive Board
Please welcome, again, our incoming PTO Executive Board. They begin their terms on July 1, 2025.
President: Wanda Johnson
Vice President: Shellon Holloway
Treasurer: Nancita Loutan
Corresponding Secretary: Damitra Newsome
Parliamentarian: Nefretete Smith
Also, please make sure to follow us on Instagram (@cmitnorthmiddle_pto) and check our website (https://ms.cmitacademy.org/pto) during the summer for periodic updates.
3. Soliciting Donations of New or Gently Used Uniforms
The PTO is soliciting donations of new or GENTLY used uniform items. Please be mindful to donate only those items that are in good condition and appropriate for resale. You may drop off your donated items at the school (6100 Frost Place, Laurel, MD 20707) from Monday-Thursday, 9am to 3pm. The PTO aims to hold at least one uniform sale this summer. Stay tuned for more information.
Please contact us with any questions: info_nmspto@cmitacademy.org.
4. Risse Brothers Sale - June 2025
Risse Brothers School Uniforms is having a sale for the entire month of June, both in-store and on-line (www.rissebrothers.com). Ten percent off all purchases! No code is necessary, the discount will be given automatically. See below for a flyer.
5. Closing Financial Reports for SY24-25 and Draft Working Budget for SY25-26
The financial reports for May and June 2025 are forthcoming. The PTO also will be sharing a draft of the working budget for SY25-26 for review by the PTO General Membership. Please review during the summer as we will vote to approve the budget when we return in the fall. We will send reminders and welcome feedback (info_nmspto@cmitacademy.org).
6. Joining the PTO and Paying Dues for SY 2025-2026
We invite you to join the CMIT North Middle School PTO to help advance our purpose and support our scholars. Our members vote on how we use our resources, what initiatives to focus on, and who should lead the organization.
Remember that per our bylaws, “Any parent, guardian, or other adult standing in loco parentis for a current student at CMIT North Middle, or a parent, guardian, or other adult standing in loco parentis for an incoming student who will attend CMIT North Middle beginning the next school year, may be a General Member of the Organization. A General Member who has paid dues consistent with [the bylaws] shall be considered a member in good standing and shall have voting rights.”
Also, “A General Member must have paid their dues at least 10 calendar days before a General Membership Meeting to be considered a member in good standing with voting rights.”
To join the PTO for SY25-26, please click on this link, complete the membership form, and pay your dues (https://forms.gle/GioZCXCopzziBPXg6). If you have any questions or issues, please contact us at info_nmspto@cmitacademy.org.
7. Join a PTO Committee
The PTO Executive Board is soliciting the interest of members to serve on the Financing, Events and Membership Committees for SY25-26. We encourage you to consider engaging with the PTO and CMIT North Middle community by serving on a committee, especially if you’re interested in running for a position on the Executive Board in upcoming elections. You may learn more about the Standing Committees in Article VI of the Bylaws (https://drive.google.com/file/d/1NrKKdT6FJScc04tIKjqDjKQeUtLLJqNe/view?usp=drive_link). Please share your interest by emailing us at info_nmspto@cmitacademy.org.
8. Become a Volunteer!
In order to volunteer at CMIT North Middle Academy, you must be a PGCPS-approved volunteer. Visit the PGCPS Volunteer page for more information and to access the application for SY25-26: Volunteer at Your School (pgcps.org) (https://www.pgcps.org/offices/ograc/volunteer).
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