Join our team! Cumberland CUSD #77 is hiring a 2nd-shift custodian, with possible summer hours available. The salary is $19.91 - $25.50/hour per CESPA contract. Please send a letter of interest and credentials to Brad Becker at bbecker@cusd77.org.

Join our team! Cumberland CUSD #77 has an anticipated opening for a District Nurse. In this role, you will collaborate with a district nurse’s assistant to provide care for our students. Send a letter of interest and credentials to Darrell Houchin, superintendent, at dhouchin@cusd77.org.
Qualifications:
*Prior nursing experience preferred.
*School nurse endorsement preferred.
Salary is determined by the level of certification:
*$27.67/hour (CESPA contract)
*$51,010 – $90,316/annually (CEA contract)
Qualifications:
*Prior nursing experience preferred.
*School nurse endorsement preferred.
Salary is determined by the level of certification:
*$27.67/hour (CESPA contract)
*$51,010 – $90,316/annually (CEA contract)

Join our team! Cumberland CUSD #77 has three paraprofessional positions available for the 2026-27 school year. Apply by July 6!
High School:
-2 Paraprofessionals
-$19.19-$26.01/hour
-Send credentials to Mr. Huffman at dhuffman@cusd77.org
Elementary/Middle School:
- Paraprofessional
-$19.19-$26.01/hour
-Send credentials to Mrs. McElravy at dmcelravy@cusd77.org
High School:
-2 Paraprofessionals
-$19.19-$26.01/hour
-Send credentials to Mr. Huffman at dhuffman@cusd77.org
Elementary/Middle School:
- Paraprofessional
-$19.19-$26.01/hour
-Send credentials to Mrs. McElravy at dmcelravy@cusd77.org


Join our team! Cumberland CUSD #77 has openings for an elementary teacher, a middle school science teacher, a high school math teacher, a high school secretary, and a high school paraprofessional. Please share with those who may be interested.
Elementary Teacher:
-Start date: 8/13/2026
-Salary: $51,010 - $90,316 per CEA contract
-Deadline to apply is June 5.
-Send a letter of interest and credentials to DeDe McElravy, dmcelravy@cusd77.org
Middle School Science Teacher:
-Start date: 8/13/2026
-Salary: $51,010 - $90,316 per CEA contract
-Deadline to apply is June 5.
-Send a letter of interest and credentials to Andy Glosser, aglosser@cusd77.org
High School Math Teacher:
-Start date: 8/13/2026
-Salary: $51,010 - $90,316 per CEA contract
-Send a letter of interest and credentials to Daniel Huffman, dhuffman@cusd77.org
High School Secretary:
-Start date: 8/13/2026
-Salary: $19.19 - $26.01 per CESPA contract
-Deadline to apply is June 12.
-Send a letter of interest and credentials to Daniel Huffman, dhuffman@cusd77.org
High School Paraprofessional:
-Deadline to apply is June 12.
-Start date: 8/13/2026
-Salary: $19.19 - $26.01 per CESPA contract
-Deadline to apply is June 12.
-Send a letter of interest and credentials to Daniel Huffman, dhuffman@cusd77.org
Elementary Teacher:
-Start date: 8/13/2026
-Salary: $51,010 - $90,316 per CEA contract
-Deadline to apply is June 5.
-Send a letter of interest and credentials to DeDe McElravy, dmcelravy@cusd77.org
Middle School Science Teacher:
-Start date: 8/13/2026
-Salary: $51,010 - $90,316 per CEA contract
-Deadline to apply is June 5.
-Send a letter of interest and credentials to Andy Glosser, aglosser@cusd77.org
High School Math Teacher:
-Start date: 8/13/2026
-Salary: $51,010 - $90,316 per CEA contract
-Send a letter of interest and credentials to Daniel Huffman, dhuffman@cusd77.org
High School Secretary:
-Start date: 8/13/2026
-Salary: $19.19 - $26.01 per CESPA contract
-Deadline to apply is June 12.
-Send a letter of interest and credentials to Daniel Huffman, dhuffman@cusd77.org
High School Paraprofessional:
-Deadline to apply is June 12.
-Start date: 8/13/2026
-Salary: $19.19 - $26.01 per CESPA contract
-Deadline to apply is June 12.
-Send a letter of interest and credentials to Daniel Huffman, dhuffman@cusd77.org





Join our team! Cumberland CUSD #77 has openings for an elementary teacher, a middle school science teacher, a high school math teacher, and a high school secretary. Please share with those who may be interested.
Elementary Teacher:
-Start date: 8/13/2026
-Salary: $51,010 - $90,316 per CEA contract
-Deadline to apply is June 5.
-Send a letter of interest and credentials to DeDe McElravy, dmcelravy@cusd77.org
Middle School Science Teacher:
-Start date: 8/13/2026
-Salary: $51,010 - $90,316 per CEA contract
-Deadline to apply is June 5.
-Send a letter of interest and credentials to Andy Glosser, aglosser@cusd77.org
High School Math Teacher:
-Start date: 8/13/2026
-Salary: $51,010 - $90,316 per CEA contract
-Send a letter of interest and credentials to Daniel Huffman, dhuffman@cusd77.org
High School Secretary:
-Start date: 8/13/2026
-Salary: $19.19 - $26.01 per CESPA contract
-Deadline to apply is June 12.
-Send a letter of interest and credentials to Daniel Huffman, dhuffman@cusd77.org
Elementary Teacher:
-Start date: 8/13/2026
-Salary: $51,010 - $90,316 per CEA contract
-Deadline to apply is June 5.
-Send a letter of interest and credentials to DeDe McElravy, dmcelravy@cusd77.org
Middle School Science Teacher:
-Start date: 8/13/2026
-Salary: $51,010 - $90,316 per CEA contract
-Deadline to apply is June 5.
-Send a letter of interest and credentials to Andy Glosser, aglosser@cusd77.org
High School Math Teacher:
-Start date: 8/13/2026
-Salary: $51,010 - $90,316 per CEA contract
-Send a letter of interest and credentials to Daniel Huffman, dhuffman@cusd77.org
High School Secretary:
-Start date: 8/13/2026
-Salary: $19.19 - $26.01 per CESPA contract
-Deadline to apply is June 12.
-Send a letter of interest and credentials to Daniel Huffman, dhuffman@cusd77.org




Congratulations to Mrs. Rhonda Walsh for being named Teacher of the Year by her peers!

This morning, we recognized our dedicated staff members for their years of service to the district. We are grateful for their time, commitment, and the positive impact they make every day here at Cumberland!
10 Years of Service:
Shealyn Chesnut
Emily Ervin
Nicole McCown
Angie McElravy
Tera Scales
Morgan Waller
Debbie Wilson
20 Years of Service:
Bill Ault
Sherry Parker
25 Years of Service:
Tracy Morgan
Andy Thoele
10 Years of Service:
Shealyn Chesnut
Emily Ervin
Nicole McCown
Angie McElravy
Tera Scales
Morgan Waller
Debbie Wilson
20 Years of Service:
Bill Ault
Sherry Parker
25 Years of Service:
Tracy Morgan
Andy Thoele



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.

Congratulations to the Class of 2026! We are incredibly proud of you and wish you the very best as you shape the world with your future accomplishments!

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
Shoe Tree is sponsored by Shoe Tree Program, Corp., Rosalyn Gresens, President.
https://forms.gle/vyfeDnvXudDKjtTg8
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!

There is no school on Friday, May 8, for an unused built-in emergency day.

It’s Teacher Appreciation Week, and we’re celebrating our incredible educators! Thank you for inspiring and believing in our students every day. Your influence reaches far beyond the classroom, and we are proud to have you on our team!

Is your little one ready for Kindergarten?
If your child will be 5 years old on or before September 1, 2026, it’s time to register! Please use the link below to complete the enrollment process.
We can't wait to welcome our newest students! If you have any questions, please contact the grade school office at 217-923-3132.
https://forms.gle/bbAs3e9sjYgrC9tr5
If your child will be 5 years old on or before September 1, 2026, it’s time to register! Please use the link below to complete the enrollment process.
We can't wait to welcome our newest students! If you have any questions, please contact the grade school office at 217-923-3132.
https://forms.gle/bbAs3e9sjYgrC9tr5
Shout out to our incredible principals on National School Principals' Day! Thank you for everything you do for our students, staff, and school!

Tomorrow morning, May 1st, our Special Olympics athletes are heading out for their very first competition! To celebrate, they’ll be receiving a full fire truck escort leaving the school at 8:15 AM.
We want to fill the Toledo square with cheers! Please join us to wave, shout, and wish them the best of luck as they head off to make us proud. See you there!
We want to fill the Toledo square with cheers! Please join us to wave, shout, and wish them the best of luck as they head off to make us proud. See you there!
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
Shoe Tree is sponsored by Shoe Tree Program, Corp., Rosalyn Gresens, President.
https://forms.gle/vyfeDnvXudDKjtTg8
Big shoutout to our incredible bus drivers! Thank you for being the friendly faces our students see first and for getting them to and from school safely each day. We appreciate you!" 🚌

Notice of Public Meeting
On Monday, May 18, 2026, at 4:00 PM, a meeting will be held by the Cumberland C.U.S.D. #77 at the Cumberland District Board Office. The purpose of this meeting is to discuss the district’s plans to provide special education services to students with disabilities who attend private or home schools within the district for the 26-27 school year. If you are the parent of a home-schooled student who has been or may be identified with a disability and you reside within the boundaries of the Cumberland CUSD #77, you are invited to attend. If you have further questions pertaining to this meeting, please contact Christine Mock, Director of Special Education, at 217-923-3132.
On Monday, May 18, 2026, at 4:00 PM, a meeting will be held by the Cumberland C.U.S.D. #77 at the Cumberland District Board Office. The purpose of this meeting is to discuss the district’s plans to provide special education services to students with disabilities who attend private or home schools within the district for the 26-27 school year. If you are the parent of a home-schooled student who has been or may be identified with a disability and you reside within the boundaries of the Cumberland CUSD #77, you are invited to attend. If you have further questions pertaining to this meeting, please contact Christine Mock, Director of Special Education, at 217-923-3132.
All graduates, families, and community members are welcome to attend the Baccalaureate Service for the class of 2026 at Salem United Methodist Church on Sunday, May 10, at 6:30 PM.
