The first day of school is Tuesday! School will dismiss at 2:09 on Tuesday.
The first day of school is Tuesday! School will dismiss at 2:09 on Tuesday.
The first day of school is Tuesday! School will dismiss at 2:09 on Tuesday.
Today was new student orientation at the high school. Led by the student council, students toured the building, learned where their lockers and classes were located, and had the opportunity to ask questions. The new school year is just around the corner!
We would like to welcome Mrs. Shona Steber to Cumberland! Mrs. Steber will teach Earth Science, Physical Science, and Biology at Cumberland High School.
Mrs. Steber moved here to be with her husband. She was born and raised in Gloucester, England, and now lives in Mattoon. She taught for over five years in a senior school (combined middle and high school ages) in England. Shona enjoys reading and joined a local library book club. She and her husband are both avid gamers. She is excited to teach in a US high school and to see the differences between the US and the UK. She is looking forward to being part of the Cumberland community and joining the events, including her first prom!
Orientation for incoming freshmen and new CHS students will be held on Thursday, August 8, from 10 AM - 1:30 PM. Students will report to the cafeteria to begin the day. Lunch will be provided. Students are responsible for their transportation.
Online registration continues this week. Returning students should register in TeacherEase. Families who are new to the district should contact the school at (217)923-3132 to register. More registration information can be found on the district website. https://www.cumberland.k12.il.us/page/registration-information
Some of the cross country runners competed in Detweiler at Dark last Friday. This race is run on the course of the high school state meet. Colby Roedl placed 15th overall in his class. Runners in the high school division were Gavin Whitaker, Cameron Roedl, Kaleb Bierman, Riley Morgan, Landon Finn, and Kade Bradley.
The CHS volleyball team will have a parent meeting on Thursday, August 1, in the high school cafeteria at 5:00 PM.
Online Registration opens tomorrow! For registration information, please visit the district website at https://www.cumberland.k12.il.us/page/registration-information. Contact your child's school at 923-3132 with registration questions.
The CHS Cheer team attended the Ultimate Xperience Cheer Camp July 15-18 at Effingham High School. The squad competed against 14 other varsity teams Thursday afternoon. They were awarded the Most Improved Team out of the 20 teams attending the camp. They also came home with a spirit meg.
Caroline Fritts won Cheerleader of the Day on day one. This award was voted on by the staff and goes to a cheerleader who showed the qualities of cheerleading essence, who was most spirited, who had respect, and who encouraged the team and other teams throughout the whole day.
The team had multiple nominees for Best of Best tryouts. Nominees for Best of Best tumbling tryouts were Emma Ryan, Layla Holsapple, and Kaelin Edwards. Nominees for Best of Best jumps were Brielle Aaron, Emma Ryan, Kaelin Edwards, and Meah Scales. Nominees for Best of Best dance were Hailey Achenbach, Brielle Aaron, and Ava Hines.
Best of Best nominees competed Thursday morning for the Top 10. Emma Ryan placed Top 10 for Best of Best tumbling and Best of Best jumps. Kaelin Edwards placed Top 10 for Best of Best jumps.
The CHS Band has an online store open until July 31. Check it out for some Band and Pirate gear! https://www.taggedshop.com/cumberlandbandfundraiser
We are happy to announce that all students will receive free school breakfast and lunch during the 2024-2025 school year!
Please keep in mind that extra entrées (high school) and extra milk are an additional charge.
Sarah Bush is offering school and sports physicals at the Toledo Clinic from 4 to 6 PM on Wednesday, July 24. Call the clinic to make an appointment.
Cumberland CUSD #77 is currently accepting applications for the following positions. Please share with those who may be interested.
*Full-Time Bus Driver
*HS Head Softball Coach
*HS Assistant Softball Coach
*HS Head Girls Track Coach
*HS Assistant Boys Basketball Coach
*MS Boys Head Basketball Coach
*MS Girls Assistant Basketball Coach
*MS Head Girls Track Coach
Congratulations to CHS graduate, Austin Carlen, on signing his letter of intent to attend Lake Land College and participate on the trap shooting team!
Online Registration for the 2024-2025 school year will open on July 23, 2024. Registration documents such as the school calendar and medical forms may be found on the school website.
We would like to congratulate Mrs. Wendy Peters on being named the 2023-2024 Neal Foundation Teacher of the Year!
High school track awards night is scheduled for Tuesday, May 28, at 6 PM in the HS cafeteria.
Reid Carlen placed 6th in the 100 M Dash with a time of 11.06 at the IHSA State track meet today. He is the first 100m finalist in Cumberland history. Congratulations Reid!
