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.

Thank you to CLF, CMIT PTO, Parents, and Students that contributed to this year's Teacher Appreciation Week. This year we had a travel theme, "It's plane to see we have the best teachers in the world".

We began with a Pre-Boarding breakfast on Monday and then traveled to Italy with a PTO providing lunch of lasagna, fettuccine, and garlic bread on Tuesday.

On Wednesday Flight Attendants (Admin) provided In-Flight Snacks to teachers followed by a stop in India on Thursday with curry wraps for lunch.

The week ended with a layover in the Caribbean with tropical smoothies and some relaxation in the CLF-provided massage chair.

We truly do have the best teachers at CMIT North Middle School!

Congratulations to Mrs. Danielle Curry, CMIT North Middle School March Teacher of the Month!

Students are given an opportunity to vote each month to select a teacher that portrays the following qualities:

1. Creates a positive learning environment.

2. Shows caring toward students.

3. Helped you out in a difficult situation.

4. Made the learning engaging, interesting, and fun.

Here are some of the reasons students voted for Mrs. Curry:

"She's amazing and a chill teacher and the way she teaches is really amazing"

"I believe that Ms. Curry deserves to be Teacher of the Month because she is a very easy-going cool teacher."

"She dresses the best, she's funny, she's caring"

Congratulations Mrs. Curry! WELL DONE!

Hello, my name is Celina Graham and I am a new paraprofessional at CMIT Middle School.

I and Ms.Thigpen will be working closely with your scholar to achieve excellence. I look forward to working with you and getting to know your scholar and helping them succeed in their education. I am excited to be part of an amazing team.

Please feel free to share any information you feel will benefit your child! My email is Celina2.graham@pgcps.org. I can't wait to meet you all.

My name is Ms. Michelle Thigpen and I am a new paraprofessional here at CMIT.

I recently graduated from Morgan State University in May of 2021 with a B.S. degree in Multiplatform Production and was an active member of NABJ MSU chapter and the Alpha Gamma chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Incorporated.

My background as an avid writer and journalist, play a role in my mindset that we must seek answers for everything in question, fact-check, and never leave a stone unturned.

My experience as a first-generation four-year college graduate has shaped my mindset that the most important thing that any adult can do is pay it forward by investing in the education of our youth and making sure that they are passed the torch of wisdom and curiosity.

Ms. Graham and I will be working together in the blended learning classroom to ensure that students have a safe zone to see assignments through and be collaborative. I am looking forward to my time at CMIT and hope to be impactful and keep the children engaged.

My email is michelle.thigpen@pgcps.org should you need to reach me.

Dear Parents/Guardians,

Chesapeake Lighthouse Foundation (CLF), as the charter operator of your child's school, would greatly appreciate your feedback on your experience with the school. We are conducting a brief parent survey and encourage you to provide candid feedback regarding your child's educational experience. To participate, please use the link provided below. The survey is anonymous and should take no more than 3 minutes to complete.

https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/LVKLMNM

Thank you for taking the time to share your thoughts with us. Your feedback is valuable in helping us improve and provide the best possible education for your child.

Chesapeake Lighthouse Foundation

MCAP Social Studies testing for 8th grade only will occur on Tuesday, May 16, and Thursday, May 18. Please make sure that your scholar is at school and on time during these days. Have your scholar attempt the practice test to familiarize themselves with the testing tools and content. Thank you!

https://support.mdassessments.com/practice-tests/socialstudies/

Testing behavior expectations ● Use the restroom and take care of other personal needs prior to entering the testing room ● No water bottles allowed in the testing room ● Cell phones and other electronic devices MUST be placed in your locker ● Bring nothing to the testing room ● Remain silent during testing ● Respect and uphold testing environment rules until all testing materials have been removed from the testing room by STC (School Testing Coordinator)

Ms. Fagan, Testing Coordinator

justine.fagan@pgcps.org

Prince George’s County Department of Parks and Recreation

Summer Camp and Summer Programs Booklets were mailed out last week to residents. You can also view camps and programs at the following link or in person at PG Parks facilities.

Prince George’s County Department of Parks and Rec Summer Programs

Who: 8th Grade Students and Three (3) guests

What: 8th Grade Promotion Ceremony

When: June 12, 2023 @ 5pm

Where: CMIT North High School Gymnasium/14800 Sweitzer Ln, Laurel, MD 20707

Attire: Formal (Suit/Dress/Gown)

• Rehearsals will be on June 9th and June 12th during the school day. Students must attend at least one rehearsal.
• Tickets will be distributed June 9th.
• Students requiring Summer Credit Recovery to promote and students earning In or Out of School Suspension between 5/12 and 6/12 will not be permitted to participate.

CMIT Academy North High School is waiting for you!

We invite all rising 9th graders who will attend CMIT North High School in the fall to join us for our 9th Grade Summer Workshop where we engage students in activities that will help them brush up on their math and reading skills and generally set themselves up for success in the high school.

Please see the flyer to register.

Attention all 8th Grade Parents!

We will be going on a field trip on June 5!

We will be taking a luncheon cruise on the Spirit of Baltimore. We will enjoy a private deck, buffet lunch, a live DJ for entertainment, unlimited soda, water, iced tea, and lots of games!

Parents please fill out the permission slip and send in your child's money ($80) by June 3! The amount covers the boat, activities, and transportation. Permission slip and money must be turned in at the same time.

If you have any questions please email Mrs. Upshaw, jasmine.smiley@pgcps.org

On Tuesday, June 6th, the 6th grade is going to the Steven F. Udvar-Hazy Center National Air and Space Museum in Dulles, VA.

The cost per child is $35 and permission slips with payment are due by May 26th. Students can turn in payment and permission slips to Mr. Field.

Permission slips were handed out May 12th to students in their Science classes, but are attached here as well if needed.

Students earning an In or Out of School Suspension between May 12 and June 6th will not be permitted to attend the trip.

Please contact Mr. Field if you have any questions. justin.field@pgcps.org

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We are accepting any gently used uniforms that you would like to donate to the PTO Uniform Drive at the front desk starting on Tuesday 2/21/23.

Please use the following link to sign up if you want to be listed as a volunteer for any upcoming activities or events sponsored by the PTO. PTO Volunteer Sign-Up

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