The Cumberland High School girls cross country team competed at the Shelbyville International today. The team placed 3rd overall! Medalists included Lily Browning, 18th, Jemma Lawyer, 20th, Paige Wolke, 21st, and Jude Miller, 28th. Congratulations! 🏴‍☠️
about 2 hours ago, Amy Carr
pictured is the team holding the third place plaque. the medalists are wearing the medals
The Cumberland boys cross country team competed in the First to the Finish meet at Detweiller Park in Peoria today. The meet had 67 teams and 777 individual runners. Cumberland finished 6th overall as a team! Individual medalists included Cameron Roedl, 4th, Colby Roedl, 20th, and Gavin Whitaker, 50th. Everyone ran well with many getting their season-best time. Great job, Pirates! 🏴‍☠️
about 3 hours ago, Amy Carr
Pictured are the three medalists wearing their medals
Students in Foods III tried a new recipe for making cake pops in various flavors. They dipped each pop in almond bark and topped it with sprinkles. While not all of them were perfectly shaped, they were delicious!
1 day ago, Amy Carr
A student is holding a cake pop that has been wrapped in cellophane.
A student is dipping a cake pop into the double broiler.
A student is adding white chocolate to a double broiler.
Two students are rolling the cake dough in their hands.
A student is holding a cake pol. Another is placing them on a styrofoam piece.
A student is rolling cake dough in their hands.
Ms. Booth's Stats class used M&Ms as data to create different types of graphs!
1 day ago, Amy Carr
Students are sitting at desks. They have M&Ms spread out on their desks grouped by colors. They have open Chromebooks.
Through the use of the new laser engraver in the Industrial Technology room, Mr. Venatta's students are now offering Cumberland Pirates logo cups. The Frost Buddy tumblers are $30 each, and the powder-coated (Black cups) are $25. They can create further personalization for an additional charge of $5. Examples of personalization are names, athletic numbers, class of 2026, etc. They are still learning the ropes of laser engraving and cutting, but feel excited to see what the future holds as they learn and grow! Bring your ideas and let's see what can be created! Mr. Venatta hopes to have an Industrial Technology Facebook page running soon, but for now, you can email Mr. Venatta at jvenatta@cumberland.k12.il.us to order.
1 day ago, Amy Carr
A student is standing in front of the engraving machine. He is giving thumbs up.
Three examples of engraved cups are pictured. One is silver, one is black, and one is white.
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
2 days 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

2 days 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.
2 days ago, Amy Carr
A student is turning a wooden handle on the lathe.
High school cooks. Purple For Sherry. #TeamSherry
3 days 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.
3 days 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!
4 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.
5 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!
7 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
7 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!
8 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.
8 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. 🎓
8 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!
9 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.
10 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!

10 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.