CMIT South MS/HS Newsletter

Happy 3rd week of school CMIT South MS Families,

We had a wonderful week of learning and growth here at CMIT South Middle! Our classrooms were alive with energy as students leaned into challenging lessons, asked thoughtful questions, and collaborated with their peers. Teachers are working hard to ensure instruction is engaging, rigorous, and responsive to student needs, and we are already seeing our scholars rise to the challenge.

We are especially proud of how our students are adjusting to the routines of middle school—showing respect, responsibility, and Cougar pride throughout the building. Thank you for reinforcing these values at home. Together, we are building strong habits that will support their success all year long.

Important Dates

HS Picture Day & Back-to-School Night – Monday, September 15, 2025
📸 Students must wear their White Oxford shirt with the CMIT-South embroidered logo for picture day.
⏰ Back-to-School Night will run from 4:30–6:00 PM.
MS Picture Day & Back-to-School Night – Tuesday, September 16, 2025
📸 Students must wear their White Oxford shirt with the CMIT-South embroidered logo and tie for picture day.
⏰ Back-to-School Night will run from 4:30–6:00 PM.
(MS) Rock the Clock AttenDANCE – Friday, October 31,2025
We will be hosting our first dance as an incentive for our wonderful attendance rating! The AttenDANCE is our way of celebrating how awesome it is to have a high attendance rate—because when we show up, on time, ready to learn, we grow as scholars and make CMIT South Middle a 4-Star School!vadvadalial
Grade-Level Cohort Attendance Competition is happening September 15th-October 17th! The winning cohort with the fewest absences and tardies will earn VIP access to the AttenDANCE! Stay tuned for updates as the competition heats up.

Hispanic Heritage Month 🌎 – We’re honoring the rich history, culture, and contributions of Hispanic and Latino Americans all month long through classroom lessons and schoolwide celebrations.
September is Attendance Awareness Month ⏰ – Every day counts! Together, we’re building strong habits that help every student grow and succeed.

Reminders

Uniform checks are ongoing—thank you for ensuring your child is in full compliance with the uniform policy daily.
Be sure to check Synergy regularly for grades and assignments.

At CMIT South Middle and High School, our mission is STEM Possible, and we continue to Level Up! Every Student. Every Day. No Exceptions. Thank you for being partners in this journey of growth and excellence!

Darrian Borden-McCarter-High School Principal

Tiffawny Green- Middle School Principal

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 BACK TO SCHOOL NIGHT

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.

High School Week Recap

Volleyball:
Our Varsity Volleyball team has started the season strong! They opened the week with a straight-set victory over Crossland HS on Monday, followed by another win against Surrattsville on Wednesday. The JV team also secured wins on both days. The teams will look to keep their momentum tonight in their first home game of the season against Chesapeake Science Point. Next week, they’ll face Gwynn Park HS, Langley Park International, and Oxon Hill HS.

Boys Soccer:
Our Boys Soccer team showed grit this week as they battled against Oxon Hill HS. Despite a narrow 1–0 loss, the team continues to show great progress, and we believe their first win is just around the corner. They’ll take on Friendly HS and International Largo next week!

Girls Flag Football:
In their inaugural game, the CMIT South Girls Flag Football team recorded their first win of the season, defeating Crossland HS 28–0. Next week, the Lady Tigers will look to continue their winning streak as they face Gwynn Park HS.

High School Week Ahead

Volleyball
- Friday, Sept. 12: vs Chesapeake Science Point (Home)
- Monday, Sept. 15: vs Gwynn Park (Home)
- Wednesday, Sept. 17: vs IHLP (Home)
- Thursday, Sept. 18: vs Oxon Hill (Home)
Boys Soccer
- Monday, Sept. 15: vs International Largo HS (Away)
- Thursday, Sept. 18: vs Friendly HS (Away)
Girls Flag Football

Tuesday, Sept. 16: vs Gwynn Park HS (Away) – 5:45 p.m.

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Middle School Week Recap

This week we officially kicked off Winter workouts for our Boys and Girls Basketball programs! Students interested in participating must have a signed Open Gym Participation Form in order to join. Forms are available outside the gym hallway (near arrival and dismissal) and should be returned to Mr. Curtis.

We’re also excited to announce that Cheerleading workouts will begin the week of September 29th. Students must also have a signed Open Gym Participation Form to take part. Forms are located outside the gym hallway and can be returned to Mr. Curtis.

Middle School Week Ahead

Monday, Sept. 15: Girls Basketball Workout – 3:00–4:30 p.m.
Wednesday, Sept. 17: Girls Basketball Workout – 3:00–4:30 p.m.
Thursday, Sept. 18: Boys Basketball Workout – 3:00–4:30 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

2025 National Book Festival

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/

2025 National Book Festival Link

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

BLOCK PARTY

The PTO is excited to host the Annual Block Party next Friday, September 19, 2025 | 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM. Join us on the CMIT Field for an evening of fun, games, music and food.

📸 Smile for the Camera – Yearbook Picture Day!

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!

MS VOLUNTEER LINK

HS VOLUNTEER LINK

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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