Week of June 14, 2026

CMIT's Mission

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.

Introducing Our Core Values: STRIPES

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.

Administrative Announcements

Important Dates

CMIT Academy follows the PGCPS school calendar.

Import the CMIT North Middle School calendar to your own Gmail calendar to stay informed of all school-wide events.

6/15-6/17: Inclement Weather Make-Up Day

6/18: Last day of school for students

School Day Schedule Adjustment

PGCPS has added an additional 5 minutes to each school's day. Five of our periods are extended by 1 minute. Student arrival still begins as early as 7:35. Students who are not in class by 8am are marked tardy. Car-rider dismissal is now at 2:55 and Bus riders/Walkers will be dismissed at 3:00.

Casual days for May and June will be based on tardies, cell phone violations, and uniform infractions.

Attendance and Early Dismissal

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). Morning arrival begins as early as 7:35 a.m. for students eating breakfast and 7:45 a.m. for all other students. Breakfast is served from 7:35–7:55 a.m., and students are expected to be in class by 8:00 a.m. Students arriving after 8:00 a.m. must be dropped off at the front of the building to sign in and receive a tardy pass.

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.

Early Dismissal ends at 2:30pm.

For any questions or concerns, please contact the front office @ 301-350-6051.

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

From the Staff

Update on Remaining Yearbook Sales!

As of Thursday June 11th, all ordered yearbooks have been distributed. There are no refunds. Due to a limited order and demand, all extra yearbooks will be sold for $25 first come first serve starting Monday June 22nd at the school. Only softcovers will be available. I will be in the school from around 9am to 2pm. I will only be taking cash.

Respectfully,

Ms. Fatoyinbo

CMIT North MS Scholar Spotlight: Congratulations, Michael Wyatt Jr.!

At CMIT North Middle School, we take great pride in recognizing and celebrating our students' accomplishments both inside and outside of the classroom. We believe that student success extends beyond academics and that achievements in the community reflect the dedication, character, and leadership of our scholars.

We are proud to recognize Michael Wyatt Jr. for his outstanding achievement and academic excellence.

Michael has been selected as the recipient of a $250 Book Award presented by the Iota Phi Lambda Sorority. This prestigious recognition highlights his hard work, dedication to his education, and commitment to personal growth. In addition to receiving the award certificate, Michael was honored with a physical award during a special presentation.

This accomplishment is a testament to Michael's perseverance and the positive impact he has made throughout his educational journey. CMIT North MS is incredibly proud of his achievements and looks forward to seeing all that he will accomplish in the future.

Please join us in congratulating Michael Wyatt Jr. on this well-deserved honor. His success serves as an inspiration to his peers and exemplifies the excellence that our students strive for each day.

Congratulations, Michael! We celebrate your success and wish you continued excellence in all your future endeavors.

Celebrating Our Scholars

At CMIT North MS, we are always excited to highlight the accomplishments of our scholars. If your scholar is doing great and wonderful things in the community, receiving awards, participating in service projects, demonstrating leadership, or achieving success outside of school, please let us know. We would love the opportunity to recognize and celebrate their achievements with our school community.

Small Team, Massive Victory! CMIT Chess Club Wins Big at Vista Gardens

This past Saturday, the CMIT Chess Club competed in its fourth tournament of the year, the Vista Gardens Scholastic Chess Tournament. While CMIT had a total of just two players competing, they made every single move count!

Our duo truly excelled over the board, with Caden capturing the 1st Place medal and Juan capturing the 3rd Place medal! Congratulations to Caden and Juan for showing the entire tournament the talent of CMIT Chess!

Summer Bridge for Rising 9th Graders (CMIT North High)

The team at CMIT Academy North High School is pleased to share that we are offering a Summer Bridge Program again this year. To be successful, we need some information from you. Please complete this form to express your student's interest in attending the Summer Bridge Program this year. (Your response is not a commitment.)

The Summer Bridge Program is a 3-week, project-based learning experience designed to support incoming 9th-grade students to build strong academic habits, confidence, and readiness for high school. Students may also have the opportunity to participate in a field trip or outdoor activities to reinforce what they are learning in the classroom.

The program will take place at the high school, likely from 9:00 am to 2:00 pm on the following days with the option to participate in STEM- and service-related activities before and after the program to extend the day:

Monday, July 27 - Thursday, July 30
Monday, August 3 - Thursday, August 6
Monday, August 10 - Thursday, August 13

Students are encouraged to attend all three weeks but have the option to choose only one or two to attend as well.

Note: This program is only available to rising 9th graders who will attend CMIT Academy North High School in the fall. We look forward to hearing from you and will be in touch with more information once our plans are final.

All the best,

Ms. Colandrea

Contact- tcolandrea@cmitacademy.org and tjohnson@cmitacademy.org

You’re Invited: Spring Master Class – Painting as a Language 🎨

Dear Students,

You are invited to participate in an exciting Spring Master Class hosted by the Monumental Women for the Arts Chapter (MWFTA) in partnership with Chesapeake Math & IT Academy!

This special series, “Painting as a Language: How Color, Shape, and Texture Communicate Emotion,” will be taught by renowned Nigerian American artist and creative wellness facilitator Yewande Kotun Davis.

Through this hands-on experience, students will explore how art can be used to express emotions, ideas, moods, and stories—just like words in a language.

Event Details

Dates: June 10, 11, and 16
Time: 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Location:
Chesapeake Math & IT Academy North High School
14800 Sweitzer Lane
Laurel, MD 20707

What You’ll Learn

How artists use color, shape, and texture to communicate emotion
Creative storytelling through painting
Techniques for self-expression and artistic confidence
The connection between art, healing, and community

About the Artist

Yewande Kotun Davis is a celebrated artist whose work focuses on storytelling, healing, joy, and community care through murals, portraiture, and public art.

Registration

Please register using the link below:
https://bit.ly/cmit-art-masterclass

Spaces may be limited, so sign up soon!

We hope you take advantage of this inspiring opportunity to learn, create, and express yourself through art.

PTO

Greetings Tiger Families and Staff!

👟 PTO Wellness Walk-A-Thon – June 16th!
Thank you for getting in your pledges! We are now preparing for the Wellness Walkathon on June 16th.
🐯 June 16 will also be a schoolwide Spirit Day, so students are encouraged to show their Tiger pride all day long!
We are still looking for parent volunteers to assist with event setup, supervision and breakdown. Volunteer responsibilities will include greeting participants, ensuring student safety, staffing refreshment tables, and facilitating the check-in process. And of course we will be cheering and encouraging participants along the walking route.
Your support will help ensure a welcoming, fun and impactful event for our school community. We truly appreciate your time and consideration.
Sign up here: https://signup.com/go/zkoBJKS
Thank you for helping us put one foot in front of the other as we work together to support our students and school community!

Thank You — Our Uniform Collection Drive Has Ended
Our June 1–12 Uniform Collection Drive has now ended. Thank you to every family who donated gently used CMIT uniforms — your generosity directly supports students and families across our school community.
All items will be prepared for redistribution to CMIT families.
Stay tuned for updates on our Gently Used Uniform Sale throughout the summer months.

June Uniform Savings at Risse Brothers
Our primary uniform provider, Risse Brothers, is offering 10% off everything—both in‑store and online—all month long in June. No code needed when shopping online. It’s a great time to stock up on essentials before the back‑to‑school rush. https://www.rissebrothers.com/

Let’s Help Our New Tigers Get Ready!
The PTO is receiving transportation questions from rising 6th grade families, and we want to make sure they start the year with the information they need. If you’re part of a carpool, neighborhood group, or have another transportation option others could join, please share it with our community:
https://forms.gle/P9SziDicaBxH3uN67
Together, we can make the transition to middle school smoother for everyone.

PTO Impact Report: Celebrating a Year of Growth, Community, and Student Support
We’re excited to share the 2025–2026 PTO Impact Report, a snapshot of everything we accomplished this school year. From record‑breaking fundraising to expanded student experiences, strengthened family engagement, and meaningful support for our teachers and staff, this report highlights the collective effort that makes our school shine. Take a moment to explore the full story of what your involvement made possible.

Read the full Impact Report here: https://sites.google.com/cmitacademy.org/cmitnmspto/impact-report

Connect with the PTO!
Monthly PTO Newsletter: https://tinyurl.com/CMITNMSPTONEWS
Remind Alerts: https://www.remind.com/join/cmitnmspto
IG: https://www.instagram.com/cmitnorthmiddle_pto/
FB: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61577739693333&sk=about
PTO Website: https://sites.google.com/cmitacademy.org/cmitnmspto/home
Please contact us with any questions: info_nmspto@cmitacademy.org.

Athletics, Clubs, and Enrichment

Athletic Eligibility

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.

Community Connections

CLF Suggested Donation Program

Dear Parents,

Thank you for being part of the Chesapeake Lighthouse Foundation (CLF) school community. Our schools — Chesapeake Science Point Public Charter School in Anne Arundel County, CMIT North in Laurel, and CMIT South in Upper Marlboro — exist because of families like yours who believe in a rigorous, supportive, STEM-focused education for every student.

We are writing to share an honest update about our finances and to invite you to take part in something new: the CLF Suggested Donation System.

Why are we reaching out

Over the past several years, our schools have operated at a deficit. As public charter schools, we must cover the full cost of our buildings and facilities directly from our school budgets — costs that traditional district schools do not bear in the same way. At the same time, changes tied to Maryland's Blueprint for the Future, along with broader budget reductions, have tightened the per-student funding we receive. The rising cost of after-school clubs, athletics, and enrichment activities adds further pressure.

The result is a gap between what it costs to run an excellent school and the public funding available to do it. We are committed to closing that gap without cutting the programs that make our schools special.

Our ask: a voluntary, suggested donation

This is a voluntary donation — it is not tuition, and it is not required to attend any CLF school. No student's enrollment, placement, or participation is affected in any way by whether a family chooses to give, or how much. Your child's education is not contingent on this contribution.

For families who are able and willing to help, voluntary contributions help each school's budget absorb some of the lost revenue in the upcoming school year. It creates flexibility and provides additional resources for the activities, clubs, and programs that directly enrich our students' experience.

Any amount helps. If the suggested amount is not feasible for your family, a gift of any size — or simply your encouragement and involvement — is deeply appreciated.

How to give

Giving is simple and secure. Visit the CLF Suggested Donation System at sds.clfportal.org and sign in as a Parent/Guardian. You can use the same email and password you already use for the enrichment portal at cec.clfportal.org — your accounts are connected, so there is no need to create a new login.

From there, you can choose a monthly, quarterly, or one-time contribution that fits your budget. All payments are processed securely through PayPal, and because CLF is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, your donation is tax-deductible with an instant receipt for your records.

Where your contribution goes

Every dollar stays within the CLF schools and goes directly toward closing the budget gap and sustaining the programs students love:

After-school clubs and athletics
STEM activities
Classroom resources and technology
Facilities management and maintenance

Thank you for your trust, your partnership, and everything you do for our students. Together, we light the way.

Sincerely,

Yilmaz Ak
Chesapeake Lighthouse Foundation

NextGen Wealth and Economics Summit, hosted by Prince George’s Community College

This signature event offers students a meaningful opportunity to deepen their understanding of finance and economics pathways and engage with industry professionals who will introduce practical frameworks for long term wealth building strategies.

link: https://www.pgcc.edu/programs-courses/academic-divisions/professional-studies-and-community-education/youth-programs/economics-summer-academy/