CMIT South MS/HS Newsletter

Dear CMIT South Families,

We’ve officially wrapped up the first two weeks of the 2025–2026 school year, and what a strong start it has been! Our students have brought great energy, curiosity, and focus into the building, and we are excited about the momentum we are building together.

This year, our themes—“Mission STEM Possible: Every Student, Every Day, No Exception” and “Level Up: Every Student, Every Lesson, Every Day”—are already coming to life in classrooms and across our school community. Scholars are engaging deeply in their learning, teachers are setting high expectations, and families are showing up in ways that remind us how powerful partnership truly is.

Looking ahead:

• NWEA BOY Assessments will begin next week for Middle School scholars. High School scholars will complete theirs the week of September 15th. These assessments help us measure growth and set academic goals for the year.

• Back-to-School Night is right around the corner—Monday, September 15th (HS) and Tuesday, September 16th (MS). This is a wonderful opportunity to engage with CMIT South faculty and staff, learn more about our vision for the year, and connect as a community.

• Please note that Back-to-School Nights are also Picture Days. All scholars are expected to wear their White CMIT South Oxford shirts, which are also required for field trips and special events.

As we move forward, consistency will be key—whether it’s showing up on time, being prepared with Chromebooks, or fully engaging in lessons each day. Together, these habits will pave the way for academic growth and personal success for every scholar.

Thank you for entrusting us with your child’s education and for being an integral part of the CMIT South family. Let’s keep the momentum going strong!

With Tiger Pride,

Dr. Darrian Borden-McCarter, HS Principal
Mrs. Tiffawny Green, MS Principal

Dear parent, welcome to another school year and hopefully this will run smoothly. Please encourage your scholar to bring water or water bottle to refill at school. The school nor the Health office do not give water. If you know that your scholar is sick please do not send him/her to school.

Please click this link to report your scholar's absence https://forms.gle/DL8yB58TFzkTzQFi9. An email is not needed if the absence is 3 day or less. Please allow 48 hours for your submission to be updated in the system.

The PTO is excited to host the Annual Block Party. Join us on the CMIT Field for an evening of fun, games, music and food. Scholars must be accompanied by an adult for the entirety of the event.

Yearbook Picture Day is coming up for both High School and Middle School students.

The PTO is requesting volunteers to assist on both days.

✅ Volunteers must have completed the PGCPS Volunteer Background Check and Volunteer Trainings.
📂 All required Volunteer Registration Documentation must be uploaded using the link below:
https://cmitsouthpto.org/volunteer

Thank you for supporting our students and helping make Picture Day a success!

Join us for Back to School Night to meet the CMIT staff, tour our building, and experience a typical day in the life of your scholar! Join High School on Monday, September 15, 2025 from 4:30-6:30 pm. Join Middle School on Tuesday, September 16, 2025 from 4:30-6:30pm.

Week Recap for High School

Boys Soccer
Our Boys Soccer team traveled to Central HS to kick off their season! Results from today’s game will be included in next week’s newsletter.

Girls Flag Football
The team attended Flag Football Media Day, hosted by the Washington Commanders. Check out the NBC4 story on our team here: NBC4 Feature

Volleyball
No official games this week, but the team has been preparing for the upcoming season as they aim for their three-peat!

Golf
The team is gearing up for their first match next week.

Week Ahead

Volleyball

• Monday, September 8th: vs Crossland HS (Away)

• Wednesday, September 10th: vs Surrattsville (Away)

• Friday, September 12th: vs Chesapeake Science Point (Home)

Boys Soccer

• Thursday, September 11th: vs Oxon Hill

Golf

• First match at Paint Branch Golf Course (date TBD)

Girls Flag Football

• Tuesday, September 9th: vs Crossland HS at Fairmont Heights, 5:45 p.m.

Middle School Week Recap

This week, we kicked off our Fall season for Middle School athletics! Baseball and Softball tryouts were held, and teams are currently being finalized.

• Softball: Please look out for an email from the coaches with important updates and next steps.

• Baseball: Due to rain, we will be hosting an additional round of tryouts on Monday, September 8th at Mellwood Hills Community Park.

Both season will kick off on September 24th , Stay tune for updates and schedule.

We are proud to announce the first-ever Lady Tigers Flag Football Team at CMIT South! This season marks an exciting milestone as our student-athletes take the field, ready to showcase their talent, teamwork, and Tiger Pride.

Come out and support the Lady Tigers throughout the 2025–2026 Flag Football Season! The full game schedule will be shared soon so families, friends, and our CMIT community can cheer on our athletes as they make history together.

Stay tuned, and let’s make this inaugural season unforgettable!

Join Us in Supporting Our JV and Varsity Boys Soccer Teams This Year!

Your presence makes a difference! Come cheer for our talented athletes as they strive for success on the field. Let’s rally together and show our school spirit!

High School Cheerleading Tryout

Middle School Interest Meeting

The High School English Department encourages students to attend the 2025 National Book Festival happening this weekend! This event will be held in the nation’s capital at the Walter E. Washington Convention Center on Saturday, September 6, from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. (doors open at 8:30 a.m.). The event is free and open to the public. A selection of programs will be live streamed online and videos of all programs will be available shortly after the Festival. Click on the link below to learn more about the 2025 National Book Festival: https://www.loc.gov/events/2025-national-book-festival/about-this-event/

Being present and on time sets students up for success! Daily attendance helps students stay on track academically, build strong routines, and feel connected to their school community.

To encourage good habits, we’re launching a grade-level cohort competition! The cohort on each grade level with the lowest percentage of absences and tardies for the month of September will win a special reward.

Let’s work together to help students show up every day, on time, and ready to learn. Every minute counts!

The Parent Teacher Organization (PTO) at CMIT Academy South Middle & High School brings together parents, guardians, teachers, staff, and administrators to enrich our students’ educational experience.

✅ Support school events
✅ Connect with families & staff
✅ Make a difference in our school community

💡 You are the power behind our PTO! Show your support and help make amazing things happen for our students and teachers.

Together, we POWER THE PTO! Click the link below to join and pay your dues today. You must be a paid member to vote!.

Joining Virtually? Click Here:
Google Meet joining info
Video call link: https://meet.google.com/izy-irfj-wwu
Or dial: +1 551-257-4546 PIN: 661065255

The Parent Teacher Organization (PTO) is a school-based organization made up of parents, guardians, teachers, staff and administrators who work together to supplement and enrich the educational experience at CMIT Academy South Middle and High schools. Please consider joining our PTO and getting involved with school activities.

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