CMIT South MS/HS Newsletter

Dear CMIT South Families,

We are off to a strong start this school year, and I want to take a moment to thank you for your continued partnership. Over the past few weeks, our students have been settling into routines, engaging in rigorous learning experiences, and building positive connections with their peers and teachers.

Both middle school and high school students have also completed their Beginning-of-Year (BOY) diagnostic assessments, specifically the NWEA MAP. These assessments provide valuable insight into each scholar’s strengths and areas for growth, helping teachers tailor instruction to meet individual needs. Ms. Georgia Jones, our Testing Coordinator, will be scheduling a Parent Data Night soon to help families better understand the forthcoming reports and how you can support your scholars at home.

As we move forward, our focus remains on creating a safe, supportive, and academically challenging environment where every student can thrive. This includes strengthening daily attendance, reinforcing schoolwide expectations, and ensuring that high-quality instruction aligned to our curriculum and pacing guides is taking place in every classroom.

Your support at home makes all the difference. Whether it’s encouraging your child to stay on top of assignments, reviewing class materials, or simply asking about their day, your engagement helps reinforce the culture of excellence we are building together.

We were sad to have to postpone the Back-to-School Block Party, but rest assured—it’s still happening! The new date is Friday, October 3, 2025. Our wonderful PTO will be sharing more details soon, so stay tuned. We can’t wait to see our CMIT South families come together for this exciting community event!

Thank you for entrusting us with your child’s education. I look forward to continuing our partnership as we work toward another successful year.

With gratitude,

Mrs. Tiffawny Green, Middle School Principal

Dr. Borden-MCCarter, High School Principal

STEM CLUBS REGISTRATION SURVEY

Hello CMIT South Parents and Students,

We are excited to begin the 2025–26 school year with our STEM activities. At CMIT South MS/HS, we are proud to offer many opportunities for students who enjoy science, math, and engineering.

Our competition clubs will run after school from 3:00–4:00 pm.

Club schedules and meeting locations will be decided by the coaches.

Once finalized, coaches will share this information directly with students and parents.

Seats are limited. Coaches will review the first applications and select students. Only students who are accepted will receive confirmation notices.

Math Club – Solve puzzles, play games, and practice problem-solving skills.

Science Club – Do hands-on experiments and explore science topics.

LEGO Robotics – Build and program robots with LEGO kits.

VEX Robotics – Design, build, and code robots for competitions.

Bridge Building Club – Design and test strong bridges using balsa wood.

SeaPerch Club – Build and control underwater robots (ROVs).

3D Printing Club – Design and print your own 3D creations.

Forensic Mock Trial Club – Investigate cases and act out courtroom trials.

Movie Making Club – Write, film, and edit short movies.

KidWind Engineering – Build wind turbines and learn about renewable energy.

If your child is interested, please fill out the form below and select up to two clubs

We look forward to a great year ahead!

Best regards,

Ozkan Soycan

STEM Program Coordinator

CMIT South MS/HS

STEM CLUBS PRESENTATION

Explore and grow in one or more of the following STEM clubs
VEX Robotics
Science Olympiad
Math Olympiad
Bridge Building
Sea Perch Underwater Robotics
3D Printing & Design
Movie Making Club
Forensics Mock Trial Club
Engineering Kid Wind
FLL Lego Robotics

STEM Club Presentation

DREAM BUILDERS CLUB

🎈 Join the Dream Builders Club! 🎈

Want to lift your creativity to new heights? 🚀

Come be part of the Dream Builders Club, where imagination takes flight!

✨ Build. Create. Explore.

✨ Work together on fun balloon projects.

✨ Bring color, joy, and BIG ideas to our school!

✨ Learn team skills

✨ Earn Student Service hours on event days

Don’t just dream it—build it with balloons!

Sign up today and let’s rise together! 🎈💭

The club will be held Tuesdays and Thursdays for Middle school and High school. We can wait to meet everyone!! See you soon

Sign Up

SURVEY 🐝 CMIT SOUTH SCRIPPS SPELLING BEE 🐝

🐝 CMIT South Scripps Spelling Bee 🐝

We are excited to explore the opportunity of hosting a Scripps Spelling Bee Competition at our school this year! Before moving forward, we’d like to know your interest and gather input.

What is a Scripps Spelling Bee?

A spelling bee is a fun and challenging competition where students spell words out loud. It helps build vocabulary, confidence, and public speaking skills.

Watch to Learn More:

Short videos (5 min):

https://youtu.be/oXEXk-u8-2I

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VBrmilb7ux0&t=38s

Survey 🐝 CMIT South Scripps Spelling Bee 🐝

Health Office

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.

Keep Child Home

Hazel Health

CMIT South Student Absence Form

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.

CMIT South HS Athletics Weekly Newsletter

Week Recap

Boys Soccer
Our Boys Soccer team had two games this week. They fought hard but fell short against Largo International on Monday, and will take on Friendly HS today. Shoutout to both JV and Varsity for their effort and fight—we know the first win of the season is coming soon!

Girls Flag Football
Our Girls Flag Football team improved to 2-0 after a 20-6 victory over Surrattsville on Tuesday. Despite playing in pouring rain the entire game, our Tigers pushed through with touchdowns from Chassidy, Niayalah, and a defensive score from Kamryn Ford. Way to show toughness and resilience!

Volleyball
Our Volleyball program had a strong week, going 2-1. They opened with back-to-back wins against Gwynn Park HS and Langley Park International before falling in a hard-fought match against Oxon Hill HS. Despite the loss, the Tigers showed their strength and continue to prove they’re among the county’s best. Huge shoutout to our JV squad, who went 2-0 this week, defeating both Gwynn Park and Oxon Hill!

Golf
Our Golf team competed at Henson Creek Golf Course this past week and played very well. Big recognition to Braxton Bond, who finished first in his group, and Trinity Smith, who continues to be the top female golfer in Prince George’s County. The Tigers are looking to keep building momentum as the season continues.

Week Ahead

Volleyball

Wednesday, 9/24 @ CMIT North – 5:30 & 6:30 p.m.

Boys Soccer

Monday, 9/22 vs Central – 3:30 p.m.
Thursday, 9/25 vs Langley Park International – 3:30 p.m. (JV) & 5:00 p.m. (Varsity)

Golf

Thursday, 9/25 @ Paint Branch

Girls Flag Football

Wednesday, 9/24 @ Fairmont Heights – 3:30 p.m.

Other News

High School Girls Basketball workouts will continue on Monday, 9/22.
High School Boys Basketball workouts will begin on Thursday, 9/25 at 6:00 p.m.
Reminder: All students must have a signed Open Gym/Conditioning Form on file to participate.

Middle School Week Recap

Tiger Sports Weekly Update!

This week we officially kicked off our Fall sports season with baseball and softball! Our teams are ready to compete and show they’re among the best in the county. Come out and cheer them on! Let’s show your Tiger pride! All games start at 5:30 p.m.

Our Boys and Girls Basketball programs will continue their workouts this week. Remember, all students must have a signed Open Gym Participation Form to join workouts. Forms are available outside the gym hallway (near arrival and dismissal) and should be returned to Mr. Curtis.

We’re just a week away for Cheerleading workouts beginning on September 29th! Students must also have a signed Open Gym Participation Form to participate. Forms can be picked up and returned in the same gym hallway location.

Week Ahead

Baseball & Softball

Wednesday, Sept. 24: @ Stephen Decatur MS – 5:30 p.m.
Thursday, Sept. 25: @ Oxon Hill MS – 5:30 p.m.

Girls Basketball

Monday, Sept. 22: Workout – 3:00–4:30 p.m.
Wednesday, Sept. 24: Workout – 3:00–4:30 p.m.

Boys Basketball

Wednesday, Sept. 24: Workout – 4:30–6:00 p.m.

CMIT SOUTH FLAG FOOTBALL TEAM

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!

BOYS HS SOCCER SCHEDULE

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 Volleyball

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

Come cheer for our talented athletes as they strive for success on the court. Go Lady Tigers!!!

BSN School Gear Store

Aktivate - HS Athletics Registration Link ( High School Only)

PGCPS Athletic Physical Forms

PUZZLE CLUB

Explore the World of a Puzzler w/ Mrs. Gilbert
Who can participate: High school students
Build Jigsaw puzzles, Lego Puzzles, 3D puzzles, word puzzles and more!!
What do you gain?
- Improving memory, strengthens neutral connection and
improves short-term memory.
- Regulates mood, concentration, and reduces stress
- Encourages patience and persistent

ATTENDANCE MATTERS- EVERYDAY & ON TIME

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!

BREAKING NEWS: THE PTO HAS A NEW WEBSITE

We’re here to connect families, staff, and students — and now it’s easier than ever. On our new site, you’ll find everything in one place:

*About the PTO and why you should become involved and Power the PTO!
*Volunteer opportunities
*PTO events calendar
*Pay PTO dues and find donation details
*Student service learning information
And more!

Take a look around, get involved, and join us in making our school community stronger than ever. 💙

📣 JOIN THE PTO!

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!.

Membership Dues

VOLUNTEER FORMS

We are excited to share volunteer opportunities with the CMIT MS | HS Community. Once you have completed the volunteer credential process, please upload your Volunteer Registration Documentation via the PTO website ---> https://cmitsouthpto.org/volunteer

GRADE LEVEL GROUP ME CHATS

Join the GroupMe Chat for your student’s grade level!

Stay connected with other families, share updates, and get important reminders all in one place.

📱 Simply scan the QR code to join the group for your scholar’s grade level.

Let’s build community, stay informed, and support our students together! 💙

GET INVOLVED WITH THE PTO

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.

PTO Website

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