Congratulations to the following elementary students for earning perfect attendance in the second quarter! Successful futures begin with showing up. Way to go!
about 21 hours ago, Amy Carr
Elementary students holding their perfect attendance certificates.
Elementary students holding their perfect attendance certificates.
Elementary students holding their perfect attendance certificates.
There has been a change to the breakfast menu for the grade school. Tomorrow's (1/10) breakfast will be donuts instead of biscuit and gravy.
6 days ago, Amy Carr
Congratulations to the January Raiders of the Month! These students were chosen based on being prepared for class, following expectations, and having exemplary behavior. Thank you for being respectful, responsible, and reliable Raiders!
7 days ago, Amy Carr
January Raiders of the Month
We are excited to have a second Shoe Tree distribution for our students again this year. If you are experiencing financial hardship, complete this form for qualifying students to receive a free pair of shoes. Shoes will be distributed by the school in mid-February. The normal Shoe Tree fall distribution is still being planned for the 25-26 school year. A form will be sent out in May for that Shoe Tree. Please complete this form by January 17, 2025. https://forms.gle/qZHsCu7URvenf7iM6 SHOE TREE is sponsored by Shoe Tree Program, Corp.
7 days ago, Amy Carr
There has been a change to the menu for the grade school. Tomorrow's main entree will be Quesadillas instead of meatball subs.
8 days ago, Amy Carr
Cumberland schools will not be in session tomorrow, Tuesday, January 7, 2025. Tuesday’s scheduled extracurricular activities will be canceled or rescheduled.
9 days ago, Amy Carr
We had a couple of visitors around the campus this afternoon to surprise the students as they left for the holiday break!
26 days ago, Amy Carr
Santa, the Grinch, and Elsa visiting Cumberland!
Santa, the Grinch, and Elsa visiting Cumberland!
The kindergarten students worked at several Christmas stations this morning! They had fun creating items, decorating a cookie, and searching for Christmas items in all of the rooms.
27 days ago, Amy Carr
Students playing with playdoh.
Students making a project.
Student looking for a clue.
Students making Christmas trees.
Students decorating pictures.
Students searching for clues.
Students moving "snowballs."
A student decorating a cookie.
The elementary students enjoyed Reindeer Games this afternoon! This was their PBIS celebration for second quarter.
28 days ago, Amy Carr
A student drawing a winter scene blindfolded.
A student moving "snowballs" from one  location to another with no hands.
Students  using their hooves to move a snowball from one location to the next.
A student trying to catch the cookie in his mouth.
A student moving "snowballs" from one  location to another with no hands.
A student trying to catch the cookie in his mouth.
A student moving candy canes from one location to another using no hands.
A student throwing a "snowball" into the tube.
Student  using herhooves to move a snowball from one location to the next.
Students putting a puzzle together as a team.
Ms. Williamson's first grade class made stockings and wrote a kind note to give to every student in the classroom! They were practicing how to show kindness to everyone while working on writing skills.
29 days ago, Amy Carr
Students passing out notes.
Students passing out notes.
Stocking
Students passing out notes.
The first grade had their last practice today and they are ready for their concert tonight! We hope you can join us this evening for two great holiday concerts. The first grade performs at 6 PM in the new gym, and the 4th grade will have their program beginning at 7:15 in the new gym.
30 days ago, Amy Carr
1st grade Christmas Program practice.
1st grade Christmas Program practice.
1st grade Christmas Program practice.
1st grade Christmas Program practice.
1st grade Christmas Program practice.
On Wednesday, Dec. 18, the Red Cross will host a blood drive at Cumberland Elementary and Middle School from 2:30 PM - 6:30 PM. Participants will receive a long sleeved t-shirt! For an appointment, call 1-800--RED CROSS or visit RedCrossBlood.org.
30 days ago, Amy Carr
Red Cross Blood Drive Poster
Last week, the kindergarten classes successfully hunted and captured the Gingerbread Man! They baked him into a cookie! The students ended the day by creating gingerbread houses.
30 days ago, Amy Carr
Students displaying their Gingerbread Man.
Two students displaying their gingerbread houses.
Students displaying their Gingerbread Man.
A student showing his gingerbread house.
A student showing her gingerbread house.
A kindergarten class displaying their Gingerbread Man.
Four students decorating gingerbread houses.
Early dismissal reminder for next week: School will dismiss at 2 PM on Thursday, Dec. 19, and Friday, Dec. 20. There is no school from December 21 - January 3 for the holiday break.
about 1 month ago, Amy Carr
Image of the upcoming schedule mentioned in the post.
Next week, Cumberland Elementary and Middle School is hosting a holiday spirit week! These are optional activities. Monday- Candy Cane Lane (wear red and white) Tuesday- Tinsel Toes & Tree Toppers (holiday socks and headwear) Wednesday- Deck the Halls (festive accessories) Thursday- Ugly Sweater/Shirt Friday- Long Winter's Nap (PJs)
about 1 month ago, Amy Carr
Poster of the events.
The 4th graders went to an EIU men's basketball game on Friday, December 6. The kids were able to join other area schools and cheer the Panthers onto a victory against Calumet College!
about 1 month ago, Amy Carr
The 4th Grade group picture.
4th graders holding Panther schedules.
4th graders cheering on the Panthers.
4th graders on the video board.
The 3rd graders put the finishing touches on their concert and are ready to share it tonight! The concert begins at 6:30 PM tonight, 12/9, in the Middle School Gym. https://www.canva.com/design/DAGY0H6kOYQ/DWN8UPSrBQRj9YPZWEjGsw/watch.
about 1 month ago, Amy Carr
Mrs. Young's third graders created Grinch inspired ornaments today that will be added to their Grinch Christmas tree located at the Sumpter Township Library!
about 1 month ago, Amy Carr
Student creating a snowflake ornament.
Student creating a snowflake ornament.
Student creating a Grinch ornament.
Student creating a snowflake ornament.
Student creating a Grinch ornament.
Student creating a Grinch ornament.
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Two students showing a Christmas tree ornament.
Student and teacher creating a Christmas tree ornament.
Student creating a Christmas tree ornament.
Congratulations to the December Raiders of the Month! These students were chosen based on being prepared for class, following expectations, and having exemplary behavior. Thank you for being respectful, responsible, and reliable Raiders!
about 1 month ago, Amy Carr
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Please make note of this change of the main entree on the elementary and middle school menu. December 4: Goulash December 12: Lasagna Rolls
about 1 month ago, Amy Carr