Just a heads-up that we have early dismissal coming up this week. School will let out at 2:00 PM on Wednesday, May 20, and Thursday, May 21.
about 10 hours ago, Amy Carr
The image is a piece of paper pined to a wall. it says Reminder, Early Dismissal Wed. May 20, Thurs., May 21.

Congratulations to Leah McMechan on breaking the pole vault record at the state meet this past weekend! Leah cleared 7'3", surpassing the previous record of 7'0"!

about 17 hours ago, Amy Carr
Pictured is the new pole vault record holder.
Tonight's the night! Join us for the Middle School Band and Choir Concert at 7:00 PM in the new gym. Come support our talented students and enjoy a wonderful evening of music. See you there! 🎶
about 18 hours ago, Amy Carr
Congratulations to Rilee VanMatre on placing 4th in Discus at IESA State!
2 days ago, Amy Carr
The 4th place Discus medalist is pictured
Congratulations to the 4x100m Relay team of Austin Dittamore, Logan Green, Carter Goss, and Jonah McKerrow on their 5th place finish at IESA State today!
2 days ago, Amy Carr
The 4x100 team on the podium with their medals.
IESA State track meet update! Cumberland athletes had a very successful day with several medalists! Tyson Miles placed 2nd in high jump with a jump of 1.70m! He also placed 8th in the 110m hurdles with a time of 17.00. Lilly McMechan is the 7th grade Discus State Champion with a throw of 26.08m! Leah McMechan placed 4th in the pole vault with a jump of 2.22m! The 1600m Sprint Medley team of Leah McMechan, Eve Ervin, Eden Fitch, and Liz Sudkamp placed 6th with a time of 4:48.66! Congratulations to all of the athletes who participated today! Still more to come tomorrow!
3 days ago, Amy Carr
Pictured is the HJ athlete wearing the medal.
Pictured is the Discus athlete wearing the medal.
Pictured is the SMR athletes wearing the medals.
Pictured is the PV athlete wearing the medal.
The middle school Scholastic Bowl team enjoyed a fun adventure at Douglas Heart Nature Center on Tuesday afternoon to celebrate their very successful season!
6 days ago, Amy Carr
Pictured are ten members of the team sitting on a web-like net a foot above ground level.

8th grade dance tickets are available for purchase until Thursday, May 14. Tickets are $5 each and may be purchased in the office or from a student council member during lunch hour.

7 days ago, Amy Carr
Thank you to everyone who was able to stop by on Thursday for the elementary and middle school's Themes Night! Congratulations to our scavenger hunt raffle winners!
8 days ago, Amy Carr
Pictured are five students who won a basket of goodies after completing the scavenger hunt during Themes Night.
If you are experiencing financial hardship, complete this form, and qualifying students will receive a free pair of shoes. Shoes will be given to the students in August at Meet Your Teacher night or on the first day of school. Please complete the form below by May 14, 2026.

Shoe Tree is sponsored by Shoe Tree Program, Corp., Rosalyn Gresens, President.

https://forms.gle/vyfeDnvXudDKjtTg8
8 days ago, Amy Carr
During the 2A Sectionals this past weekend, Austin Dittamore broke the school record in the 7th-grade Long Jump with a jump of 17'1"! Tyson Miles also tied the school record in the 8th-grade high jump with a jump of 5'8"! Congratulations Raiders! 🏴‍☠️
8 days ago, Amy Carr
Pictured is the new High Jump record holder.
Pictured is the new Long Jump record holder.
The middle school track team competed at the 2A Sectional in Assumption on Saturday. The 7th grade girls' team placed first overall in their division. Many athletes have advanced to the state meet this weekend in Peoria! They are:

4X100 Relay: Austin Dittamore, Jonah McKerrow, Logan Green, and Carter Goss
Austin Dittamore: Long Jump
Carter Goss: Long Jump, Hurdles, Shot Put
Tyson Miles: High Jump, Hurdles, 200M Dash
1600 Medley Relay: Leah McMechan, Eve Ervin, Eden Fitch, and Elizabeth Sudkamp
Leah McMechan: Pole Vault
Lilly McMechan: Discus
Elizabeth Sudkamp: 800M Run
Paige Wolke: 800M Run
Rilee VanMatre: Discus

Congratulations, Raiders! 🏴‍☠️
8 days ago, Amy Carr
Pictured are five individuals who will participate at the state meet on Saturday.
Pictured are seven individuals who will be participating in the state meet on Saturday.
The fifth grade had a great day today on their field trip to watch the Indianapolis Indians baseball game!
11 days ago, Amy Carr
A group of sstudents is sitting in the bleachers watching the baseball game. Many have a souvenier and are eating a snack.
A group of sstudents is sitting in the bleachers watching the baseball game. Many have a souvenier and are eating a snack.
A group of sstudents is sitting in the bleachers watching the baseball game. Many have a souvenier and are eating a snack.
Mark your calendar for the SBL sports physicals dates! They will be held at the Toledo Clinic on Wednesday, June 3, and Wednesday, July 1. Physicals cost $20. Immunizations will not be given, and the sports physicals DO NOT meet the kindergarten, 6th, or 9th grade health physical requirement. Please call 217-849-3151 to make an appointment.

http://www.sarahbush.org/sportsphysicals
12 days ago, Amy Carr
Happy School Nurse Day! Thank you to Nurse Peters for keeping our students healthy, safe, and ready to learn. We appreciate all your hard work!
13 days ago, Amy Carr
A blue background with red lettering that says Happy School Nurse Day. There is a heart with a nurse cap on the top.
Congratulations to the 7th-grade boys and girls track teams on placing first at the NTC meet on Monday! Individual results from all of the events can be viewed at the following link: https://www.athletic.net/TrackAndField/meet/659790/results
14 days ago, Amy Carr

Swing into adventure with us! 🐒🌴

Cumberland Elementary and Middle School is hosting Themes Night, and it’s going to be a wild one! Join us for a rainforest-themed evening packed with exploration, art, and delicious eats.

When: Thursday, May 7, 4:00 PM - 6:30 PM

What’s Happening: Scavenger Hunt, Science Station, Book Fair, Painting, an Art Show, and More!

Food Trucks: Ice Ice Shavings, La Luna Mexican, and Mac Daddy’s Food Truck.

We hope to see you there!

14 days ago, Amy Carr
Promotional flyer for Cumberland Elementary & Middle School's "Themes Night" with a Rainforest theme. The event is on May 7 from 4:00 PM to 6:30 PM. The flyer features colorful illustrations of a smiling monkey swinging on a vine, three cartoon toucans, and a red-eyed tree frog. Listed activities include a Scavenger Hunt, Rainforest Cafe, Book Fair, Food Trucks, Science Station, Watergun Painting, and an Art Show. "Things to Bring" include enthusiasm, a hungry belly, and family members. Food vendors listed are Ice Ice Shavings, La Luna Mexican, and Mac Daddy’s Food Truck.
There is no school on Friday, May 8, for an unused built-in emergency day.
14 days ago, Amy Carr
A yellow background with a calendar image that says Reminder No School Friday, May 8.
Our middle school Scholastic Bowl team is hosting the IESA Sectional competition tonight, beginning at 4 PM. CMS will play St. Jacob Triad in the first round, Hillsboro in the second round, and O'Fallon Fulton in the third round. Good luck, Raiders! 🏴‍☠️
15 days ago, Amy Carr
Pictured are teh 10 members of the scholastic bowl team. One is holding their regional plaque.
The 5th-grade students held their literature circle meetings outside last week, despite the cooler weather!
15 days ago, Amy Carr
A group of six students are reading their books together at a picnic table.
A group of seven students are reading their books together on the blacktop.
A group of five students are reading their books together at bench and on the blacktop.
A group of six students are reading their books together on the blacktop.