Foods II and Foods III students went on a field trip to Effingham. It was a busy day full of delicious food! Students went to Niemerg's, where they toured the facility and ate sweets from their bakery. For lunch, they went to Lucia's Italian Kitchen, where Chef Geno demonstrated making homemade pasta and taught them about the hospitality industry. He also made them lunch with a little help from a student. Before heading back to school, students enjoyed ice cream from Homewood Grill and relaxed in Community Park.
about 19 hours ago, Amy Carr
A student is stirring something in a pot and the chef is talking to him.
The chef is talking and a student is stirring something in a pot on the stove.
Students are sitting at the bar area and the chef is talking to him.
Students are sitting at the bar area and the chef is making pasta.
Seven students are standing by the oven in the restaurant.
The chef is holding a piece of pasta. Four students are watching him as he speaks.
Students are sitting at tables and the bar area. The chef is speaking to the group.
Students are sitting at dinning tables in a restaurant.
Students are sitting at a dining table eating a dessert.
Three students are playing on the playground equiptment.
Congratulations to the CHS boys' track team on winning the Pirate Invite last night! Another congratulations goes out to the 4x1 M relay team of Cael McMechan, Landon Finn, Logan Gerhardt, and Reed Carlen for breaking the school record with a time of 44.26! 🏴‍☠️
about 19 hours ago, Amy Carr
Happy Administrative Professionals Day to our front office superstars. Thank you for the patience, the multitasking, and everything in between! We appreciate you today and every day! 💙💛
about 19 hours ago, Amy Carr
A pastel floral background with the words Administrative Professionals Day.
Catch the CHS Scholastic Bowl team in action! The Hi-Q match against Belleville is officially streaming on YouTube: https://youtu.be/N3VbIQvS-Q8!
1 day ago, Amy Carr
The Cumberland High School Art Club traveled to EIU for the annual LOVE for the Arts field trip, where students participated in a variety of hands-on workshops and showcased their talents in the art competition.

Cumberland earned 2nd place overall for total award winners! Individual honors included:
- Stevi Nichols: 2nd place in Beginning Painting and 1st place in Functional Arts
- Lauren Stevens: 3rd place in Digital Art
- Jaylynn Bone: 3rd place in Mixed Media
- Isabelle Carlen: 1st place in Ceramics
- Addie Johnson: 1st place in Digital Art
3 days ago, Amy Carr
The group of 15 art studetns who participated are posing in two rows. Those who won certificates are displaying them.
Pictured are the five winners displaying their certificates.
The 15 students are posing together in the museum.
The group of 15 students are looking down from a balcony in the art museum.
Last week, the BIO 100 students visited Yocum's pond to conduct a BioBlitz, a survey of organisms in an ecosystem.
3 days ago, Amy Carr
A student is holding a tadpole.
Three students are using a net to look for organisms.
Two students are using a net to look for organisms.
A student is holding a tadpole.
Congratulations to the CHS 2026 Prom King and Queen, Kaleb Bierman and Natalie Beaumont!
4 days ago, Amy Carr
The Prom King and Queen
The six members of the Prom court
Students in Foods II made chocolate cakes this week!
6 days ago, Amy Carr
Three students are holding their iced chocolate cake.
Three students each have a plate with a slice of cake and a glass of milk.
A student is icing a cake.
Three students are displaying thier iced chocolate cake.
A student is using the mixer.
A student is pouring the batter into the pan.
Two students are standing by their mixer.
Before last night’s game against Arcola, we took a moment to recognize our seniors. Thank you for your years of commitment and the leadership you've shown this program. We wish you the best in your next chapters. 🏴‍☠️
6 days ago, Amy Carr
Pictured are the two seniors with their gift baskets and balloons.
Pictured are the two seniors with their gift baskets and balloons. They are standing with their parents.
Tami Campbell was selected by the local Modern Woodmen Chapter as our Hometown Hero and received a donation for the charity of her choice. She was presented with the award by Cumberland High School student Bentley Sponsel.
6 days ago, Amy Carr
Pictured are TC and BS with the award.
The CHS softball game will be played in Greenup today (4/16).
7 days ago, Amy Carr
The Lincoln Prairie Conference hosted its Outstanding Senior Athletes Luncheon on April 15 at Yoder’s in Arthur. Each school selected two seniors who have distinguished themselves through excellence in both academics and athletics.

Mr. Huffman and Mr. Roedl selected Owen McGinnis and Natalie Beaumont in recognition of their exceptional high school careers. Their success in wrestling, along with their many other athletic and academic accomplishments, set them apart as leaders and role models.

Owen and Natalie stood out among an impressive group of student-athletes from across the conference. We are incredibly proud of them and the example they have set for others.
7 days ago, Amy Carr
Pictured are the two students and two administrators.
Pictured is a large group of the student-athletes honored in the conference.
In science, Mr. Lewis and Mrs. Steber had the pleasure of hosting Mrs. Ault, who demonstrated the wonders of liquid nitrogen to some of our students. Students created dragon's breath, made balloons disappear and then reappear, and even made ice cream!
7 days ago, Amy Carr
Students have a small piece of something in their mouths that makes it look like they are breathing steam.
Students have a small piece of something in their mouths that makes it look like they are breathing steam.
A teacher is holding a cup that is steaming. The class is watching.
Students are working with a flower that is steaming. It is being held over a trash can.
A teacher has added something to a balloon to make it shrink. A student is watching.
Students have a small piece of something in their mouths that makes it look like they are breathing steam.
Students have a small piece of something in their mouths that makes it look like they are breathing steam.
A student is holding a cup of steaming nitrogen.
A teacher is holding a cup of steaming nitrogen for a student to see.
A teacher is holding a cup of steaming nitrogen for a student to see.
The CHS Community Living / Community Service class just wrapped up a great community service project! ✂️🧵

Students worked hard to sew 20 pencil zipper bags, which were delivered to the Cumberland Elementary principal to be shared with students who may need them. They filled them with some goodies like sharpened pencils and Chapstick.

This project was a great way for students to build real-life skills while giving back to our school community. A big thank you to those who donated materials to help make this possible. We truly appreciate your support! 💙


https://drive.google.com/file/d/1VO5sqPCYGzGEAoUC3BMpLR_kAvwDAglT/view?usp=sharing
7 days ago, Amy Carr
Cumberland High School seniors spent the day giving back to the community by helping clean up Mullens Cemetery and the Toledo Cemetery. To wrap up the day, students shifted from service to creativity by painting tiles for the Growing with Greenup: Community Roots mural. They ended their time together by enjoying some well-earned pizza. We are proud of these students for making a positive impact and representing our school so well!
8 days ago, Amy Carr
Two students are mowing the cemetery grass.
Four students are picking up garbage at the cemetery.
Two students are raking at the cemetery.
Five students are raking at the cemetery.
Four students are picking up trash at the cemetery.
A large group of students are sitting at the tables painting their tiles.
A large group of students are sitting at the tables painting their tiles.
Five students are sitting at the tables painting their tiles.
A large group of students are sitting at the tables painting their tiles.
A large group of students are sitting at the tables painting their tiles.
In Bio 1, students have been studying Darwin and his theory of evolution. Focusing on the evolution of horses, students looked at how horse fossils have changed over time, with a key focus on their teeth. They learned how their diet changed over time. The students tried grinding leaves and grass to understand why horse teeth had to adapt to this changing diet.
9 days ago, Amy Carr
Two students are grinding green grass.
Two students are grinding green grass.
Four students are grinding green grass.
Two students are grinding green grass.
Two students are grinding green grass.
Two students are grinding green grass.
Two students are grinding green grass.
Two students are grinding green grass.
A student is grinding green grass.
Four students are grinding green grass.
✨ Prom Week Reminder from S.A.D.D. ✨

Prom is an exciting time filled with memories, friends, and celebration—but the choices you make matter.

S.A.D.D. reminds all students to:
✔ Plan ahead for safe transportation
✔ Stay with friends and look out for each other
✔ Avoid alcohol and other risky behaviors
✔ Make choices you’ll be proud of tomorrow

The best prom memories are the ones you can remember. Let’s work together to make this a fun, safe, and unforgettable week for everyone!

💙 Celebrate safely and make it a night to remember for all the right reasons! 💙
10 days ago, Amy Carr
Art students have been hard at work this semester! 🎨
Introduction to Art classes recently explored relief printmaking and have begun the printing process. Meanwhile, Art Club members spent time giving back—helping residents at the Cumberland Rehabilitation Center create tiles for the Growing with Greenup: Community Roots mural.
13 days ago, Amy Carr
A student is helping a nursing home resident with painting a tile.
A student is helping a nursing home resident with painting a tile.
Art club members are standing in front of the nursing home.
Art club members are standing in front of the nursing home with finished tiles.
Two students are holding up their print examples.
A student is holding up their example print.
Two students are holding up peace fingers while working on their print.
Congratulations to our 2026 Prom Court! They are Reed Miller, Kaleb Bierman, Owen McGinnis, Karen Willenborg, Natalie Beaumont (not pictured), and Leah Gray (not pictured).

Masquerade Prom will be held on April 18, 2026, from 6-10 PM, at the Sassafrass Ridge in Marshall.
13 days ago, Amy Carr
Pictured are four members of the Prom Court.
On April 13, the games against ALAH will not be played in Arthur. Softball will be played in Atwood, and baseball will be played in Lovington. The addresses for each are below.

Softball: The closest address for the park is 323 N Missouri St., Atwood, IL. This is the American Legion on the east side of the park.

Baseball: 330 S. High St., Lovington (Lovington Grade School)
14 days ago, Amy Carr