
CMIT North Middle School Newsletter
Week of November 27, 2022

Week of December 3, 2023
CMIT's Mission
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.
Administrative Announcements
Important Dates
CMIT Academy follows the PGCPS school calendar.
Import the CMIT North Middle School calendar to your own Gmail calendar to stay informed of all school-wide events.
12/6: Honor Roll Assemblies (details below)
12/14: 2nd Quarter Progress Reports Released Online
12/14: Prospective Family Open House (6pm in-person)
12/15: Picture Day
12/25-1/2: Winter Break (Schools and Offices Closed)
1/10: Prospective Family Open House (6pm in-person)
1/15: Martin Luther King Jr. Day (Schools and Offices Closed)
1/19: 2nd Quarter Ends
1/22: Professional Day for Teachers (1/2 Day Asynchronous Learning for Students from Home)
1/26: Make Up Picture Day
2/7: 2nd Quarter Report Cards Released
2/19: President's Day (Schools and Offices Closed)
2/20: Parent-Teacher Conferences (2-hour Delayed Opening for Students)
2/28: 3rd Quarter Progress Reports Released Online
Code of Conduct/Student Rights and Responsibilities
Last week, all grade levels attended the Student Code of Conduct and Rights and Responsibilities assembly. During the assembly, administration addressed some of the common infractions seen by staff/administration from the first quarter, reviewed the uniform policy, and overall school wide expectations.
https://www.pgcps.org/offices/pupil-personnel-services/student-rights-and-responsibilities-handbook
Picture Day
Picture day will be December 15th and make up day will be January 26th. Students should wear their oxford uniform. Please see the order form attached.
CLF 20th Anniversary Art Contest
Please see details below. All submissions can be given to Mrs. Jones in Room 111. https://clfmd.org/communications/competitions-contests/
Physics is Phun
The University of Maryland Department of Physics will be hosting a Physics is Phun show on December 8th and 9th at 7 PM.
This show will be on the physics of light! Join us as we talk about the science of lasers, mirrors, and color through the use of our extensive lecture demonstration facility.
Physics is Phun shows are geared toward high school students and their families to educate and entertain. Our show will take place in the John S. Toll Physics Building Lecture Halls 1410 and 1412. Please register before attending.
https://umdphysics.umd.edu/events/aboutus-outreach/physics-is-phun.html
Attendance
Examples of Lawful Absences include: death in the immediate family, illness, suspension, observance of religious holidays, court summons, etc.
Please be sure to provide a note to the school when your child is absent. Electronic notes are also accepted using this link https://shorturl.at/kmoL4
Families are encouraged to refer to Administrative Procedure 5113 for more information.
SchoolMax Family Portal
Parents are encouraged to login regularly to monitor their scholar’s progress. Additionally, be sure to update your contact information in the Family Portal. This is the information that the school will use to send emails, texts, and robo-calls to keep you informed. If you encounter any issues accessing or updating your Family Portal please visit:
From the Staff
Health (Quarter 2)
Attention All 8th Grade Parents. This topic will be covered from December 8 thru January 9, 2024
1st Quarter Honor Roll Assembly
Hello Parent's/Guardians,
You are in invited to attend CMIT North Charter MS 1st quarter honor roll assembly Wednesday, December 6th in the school cafeteria. Due to the high number of students, we will be having 3 separate assemblies. Below are the details:
6th Grade - Wednesday, December 6th (8:40 am - 9:15 am)
7th Grade - Wednesday, December 6th (10:15 am - 10:50 am)
8th Grade - Wednesday, December 6th (1:20 pm - 2 pm)
Letters went home Friday, November 17th. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact me at yurhance.johnson@pgcps.org. Please remind your scholar to wear their white oxford shirt and tie that day. Thanks in advance.
Apply Now to Specialty Programs!
Apply now for IB, P-TECH, Academy of Health Sciences, 3D Scholars, Creative and Performing Arts online campus and CTE programs. The deadline to apply is Dec. 15.
https://www.pgcps.org/about-pgcps/applications/high-school-specialty-programs-chart
Level Up With Code Family Night
In celebration of Computer Science Education Week, which takes place December 4-8, 2023, the Department of Career and Technical Education is hosting our annual PGCPS Level Up with Code Virtual Event for parents and students. The goal is to have parents and students participate in an Hour of Code activity and learn more about computer science education. This event will be held on Monday, December 4, 2023, from 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. A translated flyer is attached with details and a registration link.
Registration: bit.ly/PGCPSlevelup2023
Clubs & Athletics
Basketball Season is Here!
Please come out to support the basketball. teams this season! You can purchase your tickets via TicketSpicket.com, no cash at the door. "Let's Go Tigers!"
Breakfast and Lunch Menu
Free and Reduced Meal Applications
All parents are encouraged to apply for Free or Reduced Meal Services (FARMS). This information impacts school funding which equals $$dollars$$ in our classrooms.
Even if parents don't think they qualify, they are encouraged to apply at MySchoolApps.com. Online applications are processed within 24-48 hours.
Students who are not eligible for free or reduced-priced meals must pay for their meals. See Meal Prices. Parents and guardians can easily monitor and add funds to student meal accounts using MySchoolBucks.