CMIT South Elementary School
From the Desk of Principal Ronald A. Miller, Jr.
June 7, 2024
Dear CMIT South Elementary School Community,
As we approach the end of the school year, I want to take a moment to express my deepest gratitude and appreciation for the incredible efforts of our Kindergarten and 5th grade teams in organizing and executing the wonderful promotion programs this week. These events were a resounding success, and they beautifully celebrated the achievements of our students as they transition to the next exciting chapters of their educational journeys.
First and foremost, I would like to highlight and commend the remarkable Kindergarten team. Ms. Herbert, Ms. R. Lewis, Dr. Hughes, Ms. Windsor, and Mrs. Mamman, your dedication and hard work have been instrumental in making the kindergarten promotion ceremony a memorable and joyous occasion. Your commitment to nurturing and educating our youngest learners is truly inspiring, and it was evident in every detail of the event. Thank you for creating such a special experience for our students and their families.
Equally deserving of recognition is our outstanding 5th grade team. Mrs. L. Jones, Ms. Jenkins, Ms. Moore, and Ms. McDonagh, you have done an exceptional job in preparing our students for their transition to middle school. The 5th grade promotion ceremony was a testament to your dedication, care, and commitment to excellence. Your efforts have provided our students with a strong foundation for future success, and we are incredibly grateful for all that you do. The names of all of the inaugural class of CMIT South Elementary will be enshrined in the main office for years to come and we invite our students to return and see their plaque.
A special congratulations and heartfelt thanks go to our Assistant Principals, Mrs. Watkis and Ms. Lewis. Your tireless efforts and unwavering support for all the families, students, and staff of the kindergartners and 5th graders have been invaluable. Your leadership, dedication, and passion for education have made a significant impact on our school community, and we are fortunate to have you on our team.
As we look forward to the summer break, I would like to wish all our families a safe and enjoyable summer. Please be reminded that from June 10-13, students are not required to wear uniforms, and Chromebooks will not be used at all next week as we take inventory for the Summer. Please be reminded that any severely damaged devices will receive obligation letters. Additionally, the last two days of school, June 12 and 13, are both 3-hour early dismissals, with school ending at 11:25 am.
Thank you all for an amazing school year. Your support and commitment to our school community are deeply appreciated. We look forward to seeing you back in the fall for another exciting year of learning and growth.
Sincerely,
Mr. Ronald A. Miller, Jr.
Principal
Chesapeake Math & IT Academy South Elementary
Prince George’s County Public Schools
Please take a look at these May/June calendar reminders:
- 6/12 3hr early dismissal
- 6/13 Last day of school
In November 2020, PGCPS launched an online volunteer application and approval process. Click here for more information on becoming a volunteer and to access the application.
Hazel Health Services Coming to CMIT South Elementary
What is Hazel Health?
Hazel Health has partnered with Prince George's County Public Schools to provide access to quality healthcare services for all students, at no cost to families, this school year. Students can be referred by the school counselor or their parent/guardian. A designated person at the school or a parent/guardian can initiate a video visit with a Hazel health care provider while your child is at school or at home to provide either physical or mental health services. Therapy sessions with Hazel Health are a safe space and are private and confidential.
How can your child receive services?
Waitlists for mental health services for children are sometimes long or sometimes as parents it's tough to find the time to take our children to appointments which makes it difficult for them to receive the immediate support they need. Hazel Health is geared to bridge that gap. Students are able to receive these services free, virtually and while in school. If you have any questions please feel free to visit their website https://www.hazel.co/ or reach out to me.
The “Lost and Found” collection bin is located in the cafeteria. Any found articles (coats, hats, gloves, backpacks, lunch boxes, etc.) are placed in the bin. Found small items (keys, glasses, jewelry) are stored in the Main Office. Students may check the “Lost and Found” for lost items before or after school, or during lunch. All items left unclaimed at the end of each academic quarter are donated to charities or are discarded. Parents are strongly encouraged to label all belongings with first and last names.
Birthdays are so much fun to celebrate with classmates. However, during the school day, the health and safety of each student are important, especially students with food allergies. Students are ONLY permitted to bring in NON-FOOD items to distribute to classmates at the end of the school day. Birthday invitations will not be distributed.
Attendance in school each day is important. Let’s stay in school.
In order for an absence to be considered excused, a written note must accompany the student no later than three (3) days after return to school. The note should include:
- date(s) of absence
- scholar’s name
- Reason for absence
Late or make-up work will not be accepted unless the absence is an excused absence. Please review Administrative Procedure 5113 AP 5113 - Student Attendance, Absence and Truancy for further information.
Students who are absent for ten consecutive days will be withdrawn on the 11th day and will need to re-enroll.
Lawful Absences
Students enrolled in public schools are considered lawfully absent from school for any portion of the day, only under the following conditions:
- Death of a family member
- Illness of the student
- Court appearance
- Work approved or sponsored by a school
- Observance of a religious holiday
- State of emergency
- Suspension from school
- Mental Health (Students may receive as an excused absence one (1) day of absence
- in each semester of each school year for a student’s mental health needs.
- Other emergencies
- Deployment-related absences
Unlawful Absences
Unlawful absence – any time a student does not attend school that does not qualify as the above-listed reasons for a lawful absence.
Tardy
Scholars will be officially tardy if they are not in the building at 8:10 a.m.
If your scholar enters the building after the 8:05 a.m. bell, a parent must escort them into the building and electronically sign them in the late arrival portal. Scholars will be given an orange tardy slip to be permitted to class.
Parents of students who have 10 or more tardies in a semester will be required to meet with the principal/designee to discuss the reasons for the tardies and to develop a plan for improvement.
Health Forms
Please be sure to submit all required health forms! Please note that ALL medications, cough drops included, cannot be administered or consumed without appropriate documentation.
You can access all health forms here for the 2023-2024 school year.
School Meals
2023-24 School Year Meal Prices
Elementary (Pre-K through Grade 5)
Breakfast: $1.60/day
Lunch: $2.75/day
How to Pay
MySchoolBucks, owned and operated by Heartland Payment Systems, is an online payment service that provides parents the ability to securely pay for meals, monitor student cafeteria purchases, make tuition payments for Before and After School Extended Learning programs, and receive email notifications for low-account balances. With MySchoolBucks, payments can be made 24/7 using a Visa, MasterCard, Discover, credit or debit card, and mobile app.
Principal Lunch Account
ALL breakfast,lunch, and Principal lunch payments should be made via www.myschoolbucks.com.
All money comes/goes to 1 account (child's). All that is needed to set up account (if not done) is
students lunch pin or student id.
Free and Reduced-Price Meals
We encourage all families to consider applying for free and reduced-price meals! Visit www.myschoolapps.com/Home/PickDistrict to apply online today!
To apply, you will need:
- The name, school, and grade of your school-age children
- The name of all adults living in the home
- Income information for all adults living in the home
- Student ID Numbers for your school-age children
Applications will also be sent home with students the first week of school. Applications are available at all PGCPS schools and can be submitted at any time.
Grade Level Updates
Grade level blurb:
Kinder families,
As we come to the end of the wonderful school year, we want to take a moment to express our heartfelt gratitude for your unwavering support and partnership throughout this academic journey. Your involvement and dedication have been instrumental in fostering a positive and enriching learning environment for our students. This year has been filled with growth, challenges, and countless achievements. Your support at home, whether through helping with homework, attending parent-teacher conferences, or encouraging your child to do their best, has played a crucial role in their success. Together, we have worked to help students meet their academic and personal goals and we are so excited to see them move on to 1st grade.
We are incredibly proud of the progress and accomplishments of our students. Watching them learn, grow, and thrive has been a rewarding experience, and we are grateful for the trust you have placed in all of us to guide them through this important phase of their education. Thank you for your open communication, your involvement in school activities, and your constant encouragement. Your partnership is vital to our school community, and it is through this collaborative effort that we create a supportive and nurturing environment for our children.
As we move into the summer break, we encourage you to continue fostering a love of learning at home. Engage in reading, explore new activities, and enjoy quality time together. These experiences will continue to build on the foundation we have established throughout the school year. We look forward to seeing all of our friends next school year and wish you and your family a restful and enjoyable summer.
Love,
Dr. Hughes, Ms. Herbert, Ms. Lewis, Ms. Mamman, and Ms. Windsor
Grade level blurb:
TIGER FAMILY! We are so close to the finish line with 4 more days to go! We have wrapped up our last Friday in the tropics! Before we end this year, we want to thank YOU! Thank you for entrusting us with your precious second graders, Thank you for your continuous support all the way until the end, thank you for showing up! It's been an incredible journey of growth and learning. Keep fostering that love for learning at home. Have a fantastic summer, and I can't wait to see all your scholars again in the third grade!
Love,
Ms. Barboza, Mrs. Valera, Ms. Womack, and Ms. Convert
CHESAPEAKE MATH AND IT SOUTH ELEMENTARY
• Hours: 8:00 a.m to 2:25 p.m
• Grades: K-5
• Uniform: Yes
• Before After School Enrichment: Yes
http://clfmd.org/enrichment-2/
• School Colors: Hunter Green, Navy Blue
• School Mascot: Tigers
• School Website: http://www.cmitsouthes.org
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