It's mum time!!! The greenhouse will be open on Friday from 3:30 PM to 5 PM! The dates listed on the form below are when the greenhouse will be open this season. Please fill out the form to let the workers know which date you plan to come out. Mums are $5 for a single color and $15 for tricolor.

https://forms.gle/oVSTu4MYwCtgykaQ9
about 11 hours ago, Amy Carr

On Thursday, September 17th, Cumberland Schools will be coming together to support Mae’s Miracle by participating in a Hat Day & Wear Pink Day!

Students and staff are encouraged to wear a hat and/or wear pink to show their support. We ask everyone who participates to bring $1 or more to donate to Mae’s Miracle.

September 17th is Leigh Syndrome Awareness Day. Mae is the niece of our 7th grade math teacher, Mrs. Wermert, and she is living with Leigh Syndrome, a rare neurological disorder.

We hope our Cumberland family will come together to show Mae and her family just how much support, love, and encouragement they have behind them! Every dollar helps, and every person who participates makes a difference.

🎩 Hat Day
💗 Wear Pink
💵 Bring $1 or more to donate
📅 Thursday, September 17th

To learn more about Mae’s story and Leigh Syndrome, visit:
Cure Mito

about 12 hours ago, Amy Carr
Event flyer for Leigh Syndrome Awareness Day on September 17, 2026. Set against a background of vertical pink and green wavy stripes, a central white frame features dark green cursive text reading "Bring $1 or more," followed by white text over a pink paint stroke reading "WEAR A HAT AND/OR WEAR PINK." Below the date, text reads "FOR LEIGH SYNDROME AWARENESS DAY." In the center is a photograph of a smiling young child wearing a pink hat inside a metal bucket with yellow sunflowers, set outdoors near a field. At the bottom, white cursive text inside a green paint stroke reads "All donations go to Mae's Miracle."
In Mr. Venatta's Industrial Technology class, students are beginning to turn a wooden handle on a lathe for a handcrafted hot dog fork. This project is called "The Fireside Friend," as they make great companions for fall campfire cookouts.
about 13 hours ago, Amy Carr
A student is turning a wooden handle on the lathe.
High school cooks. Purple For Sherry. #TeamSherry
1 day ago, Steve Wheeler
#TeamSherry
The Industrial Arts Orientation class spent part of their first period yesterday unloading a donation of lumber from Brent and Peggy Kuhn. "We have been blessed with generous donations each year of my tenure, and I cannot say thank you enough for all of the support we have received." Mr. Venatta said.
1 day ago, Amy Carr
Three students are unloading lumber from a truck into a holding area.
The Biology 2 students learned about animal symmetry by creating symmetrical animals with Play-Doh!
3 days ago, Amy Carr
Students are standing side by side. Each is holding their symetrical animal made out of play-doh.
Students are standing side by side. Each is holding their symetrical animal made out of play-doh.
A student is holding their symetrical animal made out of play-doh.
Students are standing side by side. Each is holding their symetrical animal made out of play-doh.
National Suicide Prevention Week | September 7–12

This week, we’re joining schools and communities across the country in recognizing National Suicide Prevention Week.

At Cumberland High School, we want every student to know that they matter, they are valued, and they are never alone. Sometimes, simply asking, “Are you okay?” and taking the time to listen can make a difference.

If you are struggling, please reach out to a trusted adult, teacher, counselor, friend, or family member. If you or someone you know needs immediate support, call or text 988 to connect with the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline.

Let’s be the ones who check in, listen, speak up, and help.
3 days ago, Amy Carr
The CHS volleyball team placed 4th in the Altamont tournament today! Congratulations to Maddy McElravy on being selected for the All-Tournament team!
5 days ago, Amy Carr
pictured are the four athletes who were selected for the all-tournament team. they are wearing their medals
The high school cross country team competed in the Big Trojan meet at EIU this morning. The Cumberland boys finished 3rd overall as a team. Great job by all of the runners! Congratulations to the individual medalists: 1st - Cameron Roedl 9th - Colby Roedl 11th - Gavin Whitaker 40th - Clayton Altgilbers
5 days ago, Amy Carr
pictured are the four medalists wearing their medals
Mrs. Wright's English I students have been busy reading, writing, and conferencing this week!
6 days ago, Amy Carr
The students are facing away. They are sitting at their desks reading.
If you are headed to Altamont High School for the volleyball tournament this weekend, here is some key information:

🏐Locations: Altamont Grade School and ACHS
🏐Time: Gates open at 7: 30 AM
🏐Admission: Adults - $5, Students - Free, Senior Citizens - $3
🏐Concessions: Cash only
🏐There will be no livestreaming.

The Lady Pirates will face Heritage at 9:20 AM at ACHS in their first game of the tournament.
6 days ago, Amy Carr
Attention Seniors and Parent/Guardians - Senior pictures for the CHS 2026-2027 Yearbook are due on February 26th. Please email a .jpeg photo to wpeters@cusd77.org. 🎓
6 days ago, Amy Carr
Congratulations to the following students who were selected for Vocal Velocity. We look forward to hearing them sing the National Anthem at some of our sporting events this year!
8 days ago, Amy Carr
Pictured are the 8 students who were selected for Vocal Velocity.
Reminder: School will be closed on Monday, September 7, for Labor Day.
8 days ago, Amy Carr
A blue image with the words No School Monday, September 7.

The Anatomy students learned about homeostasis by keeping Homer alive in their Homer-o-stasis activity today!

8 days ago, Amy Carr
Two students are adjusting the liquid in the homeostasis activity.
Two students are adjusting the liquid in the homeostasis activity.
Two students are adjusting the liquid in the homeostasis activity.
CHS is hosting Financial Aid Night on September 22 from 6:30-7:30 PM in the high school cafeteria to help you learn how to pay for college, career school, or trade school! A Lake Land College Financial Aid staff member will be present to provide important information and answer your questions.
9 days ago, Amy Carr
An informational flyer titled "Financial Aid Night," advertising a free event open to all high school seniors and parents to learn how to pay for college, career school, or trade school. The event is scheduled for September 22, 2026, from 6:30 PM to 7:30 PM in the CHS Cafeteria. Staff from Lake Land College Financial Aid will be present to answer questions and cover topics including FAFSA basics, scholarships and grants, student loans, and strategies for making higher education affordable. The flyer highlights that under Illinois state law, public high school seniors are required to complete the FAFSA or an approved waiver to receive a high school diploma. For those unable to make this session, additional public events are listed at www.lakelandcollege.edu/financialaid/financial-aid-events. For questions, attendees are directed to contact their school's Guidance Office or email the Financial Aid Office at financialaid@lakelandcollege.edu.
Congratulations to the CHS August Pirate Key winners! Their names were drawn from the list of students with good attendance and no office referrals in August. Nice work, Pirates!
10 days ago, Amy Carr
Pictured are the four students who were Pirate Keys winners. They are holding their certificates.
The Foods I students had their first cooking experience last week by baking a simple cookie. They will continue to bake and cook throughout the year, expanding their skills with each experience. It was a fun day! 🍪
11 days ago, Amy Carr
Four students are in the kitchen. One is removing cookies from a cookie sheet with a spatula. The others are watching.
Three students are standing in the kitchen. They are holding a platter of cookies.
Three students are sitting at a table. Each has a plate of cookies and a glass of milk.
Four students are standing in the kitchen together.
Four students are standing in the kitchen together.
A student is standing in the kitchen with two thumbs up.
The CHS cross country team competed in the Doc Acklin race at Paris High School today. The boys team finished 2nd overall and the girls placed 4th. Medalists were Cameron Roedl (1st and new course record), Colby Roedl (3rd), and Gavin Whitaker (9th). 🏴‍☠️
12 days ago, Amy Carr
Pictured are the three medalists wearing their medals
This is your back-to-school resource hub for living with food allergies from Food Allergy Research & Education (FARE)!

https://www.foodallergy.org/living-food-allergy/food-allergy-essentials/back-school-resource-hub
15 days ago, Amy Carr