CMIT North Middle School Newsletter

In partnership with students, parents and the community, CMIT will attain educational excellence by providing a rigorous and technology-integrated education for middle and high school students with an emphasis on mathematics, science, and information technologies.

At our school, STRIPES represents the qualities we strive to live by every day: Supportive, Trustworthy, Responsible, Innovative, Persistent, Empathy, and Service. These values guide how we learn, work, and treat one another, helping us build a strong, caring, and respectful community where every student can thrive.

CMIT Academy follows the PGCPS school calendar.

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11/3: Schools Closed (Election Day)

11/11: Schools Closed (Parent-Teacher Conferences)

11/25-11/27: Schools Closed (Thanksgiving Break)

12/11: Early Dismissal for Students | Teacher Professional Half-Day

12/21-12/31: Schools and Offices Closed (Winter & Christmas Break)

1/1: Schools and Offices Closed (New Year's Day)

1/18: Schools and Offices Closed (Martin Luther King Jr. Day)

1/22: Early Dismissal for Students | Q2 Grading & Reporting Half-Day for Teachers; End of 2nd Quarter

Friday's Fall Festival was a success! We would like to thank the PTO, all volunteers, and the entire CMIT Community for making this a memorable event!

To maintain a safe, orderly, and healthy environment for all scholars, parents and guardians are not permitted to drop off fast food, commercial meals, or food delivery orders during school hours. Students are always welcome to bring a packed lunch from home or receive a meal from our school cafeteria. Thank you so much for your cooperation and continued support!

Parent-Teacher conferences will be held Wednesday, November 11, 2026. Teachers will send invitations for parents and guardians to sign up for conference times. Conferences will last approximately 10 minutes and will be held only for families who sign up and receive confirmation that their appointment has been accepted. Once invitations have been sent, please contact your scholar’s teacher with any questions about scheduling or conference details.

Please remember that you may contact your scholar’s teacher to request a conference at any time throughout the school year, not just on Parent-Teacher Conference Day.

Every Day Counts! Regular attendance is an important part of your child's academic success. Students are expected to attend school regularly in accordance with state laws, regulations, and PGCPS Board Policy 5113. Schools, families, and communities all play an important role in supporting excellent student attendance.

✅ When Your Child Is Absent

If your child is absent, arrives late, or needs an early dismissal, parents/guardians must complete the Electronic Attendance Form:

https://shorturl.at/kmoL4

The form is also available on our school website under:

CMIT Families → Parents

📝 Important Attendance Reminders

• Parents/guardians should submit an electronic note for each absence, late arrival, or early dismissal.
• Students have 3 school days after returning to school to submit documentation explaining an absence.
• Please attach a doctor's note or other supporting documentation, when applicable.
• Not all absences are excused. Families should review Administrative Procedure 5113 for additional information regarding excused absences.
• Once an absence is determined to be excused, students may make up missed work. Students should communicate with their teachers regarding assignments they missed.

⚠️ Family Trips & Vacations

Please be advised that family trips and vacations are NOT considered excused absences.

If your child will be absent due to a family trip or vacation, the appropriate form must be submitted in advance and receive prior approval from Principal Brauer.

⏰ Early Dismissal

Early dismissal ends promptly at 2:30 p.m.

Please plan accordingly. Early dismissal requests will not be processed after 2:30 p.m.

📞 Questions?

If you have questions or need assistance regarding attendance, late arrivals, or early dismissals, please contact the CMIT North Middle School Front Office:

📞 301-350-6051

Thank you for partnering with us to ensure our scholars arrive at school on time, every day, and ready to learn! 💙

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

Reading/English Language Arts Tutoring will be held every Tuesday and Friday from 3:00pm-4:30pm. Email Ms. Ruffin to sign up aaliyah.ruffin@pgcps.org

In the Cosmetology Tiger Time Club, students in 6th, 7th, and 8th grade will be introduced to the exciting world of cosmetology through fun, creative, and age-appropriate activities. Students will learn what cosmetology is and explore different careers in the beauty industry. They will learn the importance of safety, sanitation, personal hygiene, keeping their workstations clean, and properly using cosmetology tools and products. Throughout the club, students will explore hair care, different hair types and textures, sectioning, parting, braiding, twisting, and basic hairstyling techniques. They will also learn about nail care, manicures, nail shapes, polish application, nail art, and basic skin-care practices. Students will have opportunities to express their creativity while developing teamwork, communication, responsibility, organization, confidence, and professionalism.

Thank you for allowing your student to participate in the Cosmetology Tiger Time Club! I am excited to provide our students with a fun and positive environment where they can learn new skills, express their creativity, and explore the world of cosmetology.

Donations are greatly appreciated! 💕 Donations will help provide cosmetology supplies and materials for our students to use during hands-on activities throughout the club. Every contribution, big or small, helps us create a wonderful learning experience for our students.

Here is the link for donations:
[https://www.donorschoose.org/sl/D3sDGg2u9z]
Thank you so much for your generosity, encouragement, and continued support of our Cosmetology Tiger Time Club! 💇🏽‍♀️💅🏽✨

PTO General Body Meeting— Thursday November 12 at 6:30pm

Join us this month as we discuss upcoming activities, hear updates from Principal Breaur, and answer any questions you may have. The meeting link will be shared in next week’s newsletter and emailed to all paid PTO members.

We look forward to having you join us for our next meeting!

Missed our October General Body Meeting?

Click Here to watch the replay.

To become a PTO paid member join here

Urban Air Spirit Night: Volunteers Needed!

Planning to attend Urban Air Spirit Night? Make it even more fun by volunteering! We need your help to make this event a success for our CMIT community.

Sign up to volunteer here: https://signup.com/go/KuMPnBs

Thank you for supporting our PTO!

Still need tickets? Final sales end Nov. 4 https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/urban-air-spirit-night

Stay Informed & Connected with the PTO

Membership • Upcoming Meetings & Events • Remind • Social Media • Volunteer • Financials • Resource Hub

PTO Website: https://bit.ly/cmitnms-pto Email Us: info_nmspto@cmitacademy.org

CMIT North Middle School participates in competitive athletics with other PGCPS middle schools. To be eligible students must have the following:

1. Complete the Athlete Participation Packet and return completed forms to the Athletic Director;

2. Have and maintain a minimum 2.0 GPA;

3. Review and agree to the PGCPS Parent/Student Athletic Handbook;

The requirements must be completed prior to stepping on the field for tryouts

Fall Sports: Baseball, Softball

Winter Sports: Girls Basketball, Boys Basketball, Cheer

Spring Sports: Girls Soccer, Boys Soccer

Families are encouraged to complete the requirements over the Summer months to ensure eligibility when seasons begin. Athlete Participation Packets and physicals are good for the entire school year.

Athlete Participation Packet

Parent/Student Athletic Handbook;

November

12th at Sonia Sotomayor 6pm Girls first

16th at Hyattsville 6pm Boys first

18th at Benjamin Tasker 6pm Girls first

23rd at CMIT-North vs MLK 6pm Boys first

30th BYE

December

2nd at CMIT-North vs College Park Academy 6pm Boys first

7th at CMIT-North vs Samuel Ogle 6pm Girls first

9th at Eisenhower 6pm Boys first

14th at CMIT-North vs Beltsville 6pm Girls first

NJHS Eligibility Requirements & Application Process

- To be eligible for the National Junior Honor Society (NJHS), students must meet both the academic and service requirements. Since one of the pillars of NJHS is **community service**, students must complete the minimum number of School Service Learning (SSL) hours required for their grade level.

SSL Hour Requirements
- 6th Grade: 3 SSL hours logged in Synergy
- 7th Grade: 8 SSL hours logged in Synergy
- 8th Grade: 16 SSL hours logged in Synergy

Students must also maintain a **semester average of 3.0 or higher**.

Eligibility Timeline
- 7th and 8th Grade: Students may become eligible during the first semester of the school year.
- 6th Grade: Students may become eligible during the second semester, after two quarters of grades have been posted and can be used to determine eligibility.

Application Process
- Students who meet the eligibility requirements will be invited to apply for NJHS. The application process includes an interview. Once all steps have been completed, students will be notified of the final decision.

Students selected for membership will receive additional information regarding the induction ceremony, including the date and any necessary preparations.

**Important Reminder**
- Eligible students will be notified by November 20, 2026.
- Please make sure you have submitted your Student Service Learning (SSL) hour forms so your hours can be updated in Synergy. It is important to ensure that all service hours are properly documented.

If you have any additional questions or concerns, please feel free to reach out.

Mrs. Clark-Brown
NJHS Advisor
Room 119

Get ready for an exciting evening of school spirit, basketball, and friendly competition at Battle of the Tigers: North vs. South, hosted by CMIT North Student Government Association! Join us on Saturday, November 21, 2026, at CMIT North High School as CMIT North and CMIT South come together for an unforgettable night of Tiger pride. The event will feature girls’ and boys’ basketball games, a special majorette performance by CMIT South Middle School, and an exciting cheer battle.

Doors open at 4:30 p.m., and games begin at 5:00 p.m.

Location: CMIT North High School, 14800 Sweitzer Lane, Laurel, MD 20707

Tickets: Admission is $10 per ticket. Tickets are available through GoFan at the link below. When purchasing, be sure to type the school you are representing.

https://gofan.co/event/6991979?schoolId=MD101549

Come out, represent your school, and help make this Battle of the Tigers a night to remember!

Free Sports Physicals for PGCPS Middle School Student-Athletes

Looking for before- and after-school care that is both fun and educational?

Our Enrichment Program provides students with a safe, structured, and engaging environment where they can:
Receive homework support
Participate in reading and academic activities
Utilize educational technology programs
Enjoy recreation, games, and playground time
Build friendships and social skills

Program Options Available:
• Zero Period: 6:30 AM – 7:30 AM
• Stars Program: 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM
• Scholars Program: 3:00 PM – 6:00 PM

Registration is now open for both new and returning families!

Spaces are limited and filled on a first-come, first-served basis!!! Once capacity is reached, registration will close and students will be placed on a waitlist.

For registration, contact information, program details, and rates, please visit the Enrichment website using the link below.

https://clfmd.org/enrichment/#NORTHMS

We look forward to supporting your family during the 2026–2027 school year!

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