Cumberland CUSD 77

Dear Cumberland C.U.S.D. #77 Parents/Guardians/Community, Today, a serious written threat was found at Cumberland High School. The decision was made to evacuate students from the site of where the threat was made to the closest, safest site available. Law enforcement officials were immediately contacted and promptly responded to assist and search the property. Members of our local police department, members of the Illinois State Police, and members of a K-9 bomb squad were also on scene. A thorough search of the high school and the parking lot was made by law officials. They have given the “all clear’ and there is no imminent threat. We take all threats seriously and want you to know that your child(s) safety is our number one priority. We have detailed safety procedures and protocol for these moments and followed those guidelines today. We also understand that procedures and protocol can always improve. Law enforcement and the state’s attorney continue to investigate. Any student who makes threats like this will face consequences and severe disciplinary action. After what I witnessed today, I am very proud of our community as they support the efforts to keep our students safe. I also want to thank our staff at Cumberland C.U.S.D. #77 for all of their professionalism and caring. All of their effort under a stressful situation is truly appreciated. School is expected to be back to normal operations tomorrow. Sincerely, Darrell Houchin / Cumberland C.U.S.D. #77 Superintendent

A thorough search of the high school and parking lots have been made. All Clear. Students can get their vehicles and items out of the school if necessary.

Buses will run at the normal time today.

Today, a note was found in the bathroom at the high school that contained a serious threat. We are taking this very seriously. As a result, everyone in the high school has been relocated to the elementary school. If you feel that your child is unsafe, you may come by the middle school gym entrance and sign them out.

Parent-Teacher Conferences are scheduled for Tuesday, October 20th, and Thursday, October 22nd, from 4 PM to 6:30 PM. Contact your child's teacher to schedule an appointment.

There will be no school on Friday, October 9th (Teacher Institute Day) or Monday, October 12th (Columbus Day).

Classes will resume on Tuesday, October 13th.

Have a wonderful extended weekend!

Today is National Coaches Day! Thank you to all of the coaches who teach lessons that go far beyond the game. We appreciate all you do!

The Cumberland Education Support Professionals are accepting book and monetary donations to help fill the One Stop Community Christmas book table. Monetary donations are requested by November 27th and book donations by December 3rd.

Donations may be delivered or mailed to the Cumberland schools. If you have any questions, please contact the CESP at cumberlandesp@gmail.com.

Mailing address:
Cumberland Education Support Professionals
Attn: Jenny Finley
1496 IL Rte 121
Toledo, IL 62428

Congratulations to the 2026 CHS Homecoming Court! They are:

Freshmen:
Katie Martin
Addisyn Scherer
Tanner Holsapple
Wade Anderson

Sophomores:
Makenna Russel
Sawyer Robinson
Blake Reeder
Ethan Matthew

Juniors:
Jude Miller
Ava Harris
Henry Malone
Cody Farris

Seniors:
Molly Harper
Emma Ryan
Madelyn McElravy
Jonah Tibbs
Landon Finn
Lance Lock

To celebrate Homecoming week, students are invited to participate in the Homecoming dress-up days!

👔Monday (9/28) - Formal Day - Dress up to look fancy.

💤Tuesday (9/29) - Pajama Day - Wear your favorite clean pajamas.

☮️Wednesday (9/30) - Lost in Time - Dress up as your favorite decade.

⬛Thursday (10/1) - Shadow Day - Wear all black.

💙💛Friday (10/2) - School Spirit - Wear Cumberland colors.

Reminder: Cumberland Schools will come together to support Mae’s Miracle by participating in Hat Day & Wear Pink Day tomorrow!

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

Purple For Sherry! #TeamSherry

High school cooks. Purple For Sherry. #TeamSherry

Cumberland bus drivers are wearing Purple For Sherry today. #TeamSherry

It’s been a busy week in Mrs. Wormhoudt’s kindergarten class! During centers, students worked on puzzles, crafted Play-Doh creations, practiced cutting, constructed with blocks, and ran a play kitchen!