The Lighthouse
Volume 2 / Issue 4
CMIT North High School was honored to welcome Congressman Glenn Ivey for an engaging school tour. During the tour, he interacted with staff, students, and leadership teams. Principal Ms. Gonul Ozturk and Chesapeake Lighthouse Foundation CEO Yilmaz Ak were present, both delighted with the visit.
The tour gave Congressman Ivey an in-depth look at the school’s dedication to academic excellence, particularly in STEM education, and its commitment to leadership development. During his time at CMIT North, Congressman Ivey explored the school's cutting-edge STEM labs, classrooms, and a variety of extracurricular programs. He also learned about the school’s impactful partnerships with prestigious institutions such as NASA, the U.S. Naval Academy, the University of Maryland, the Chesapeake Bay Foundation, and the Society for Science.
Students proudly showcased their achievements in organizations like VEX Robotics, Science Olympiad, Student Government, National Honor Society, Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA), and many other clubs, underscoring CMIT North’s holistic approach to education and personal growth.
Speaking about the visit, CEO Yilmaz Ak expressed his excitement about the future: “We are thrilled to partner with Congressman Ivey to continue exploring potential solutions that would allow both existing and future charter schools to thrive in Prince George's County."
The visit energized students and staff, reaffirming CMIT North's mission to nurture the next generation of STEM leaders and professionals. The school looks forward to continued collaborations to provide students with the tools they need to thrive academically and beyond.
This February, CLF hosted the Annual African American History Contest in honor of African American History Month. This year, the scholars were challenged to utilize their technology and digital literacy skills to highlight the heritage of the African American people.
Click the titles to experience the winning projects below:
Middle School Winners;
1st Place - James Donovan (CMIT SMS) - Black Historic Memories of America
2nd Place - Chisom Amadi (CMIT NMS) - The History of African Americans
3rd Place - Braelynn Lockamy (CMIT SMS) - A Win For The People
High School WInners;
1st Place - Sean Osandu (CMIT NHS) - The Freedom Times
2nd Place - Adebimpe Omotosho (CMIT SHS) - We Will Not Let You Ignore Us
