Help us welcome Katharine Cart to Cumberland!

Katharine is a custodian at Cumberland Elementary and Middle School. She enjoys gardening, sewing, and wire sculpting. She looks forward to completing her projects, canning, and picking from her garden.

Welcome to Cumberland, Katharine!
3 months ago, Amy Carr
Help us welcome Ms. Kendall Hill to Cumberland!

Ms. Hill will be a self-contained teacher for Cumberland Elementary. Kendall enjoys thrifting, shopping, watching documentaries, and spending time with family in her spare time. She looks forward to building connections with her students and helping them grow.

Welcome, Ms. Hill!
3 months ago, Amy Carr
Help us welcome Ms. Gracie Gresens to Cumberland!

Ms. Gresens will be a first grade teacher at Cumberland Elementary School. She loves spending time with her family and friends, reading, being with her cats, and traveling. Gracie looks forward to getting to know her students and building positive relationships with them and their families. She's excited to help her students learn and grow both academically and as individuals.

Welcome, Ms. Gresens!
3 months ago, Amy Carr
Help us welcome Mrs. Hannah Eubanks to Cumberland!

Mrs. Eubanks is our new guidance counselor at Cumberland High School. She recently moved from Lexington, KY, with her husband and 16 month old son. Hannah enjoys needlepoint, cooking, hosting family and friends, and coordinating weddings. She is excited to work at a smaller school where she can get to know the students and community members on a more personal basis.

Welcome to Cumberland, Mrs. Eubanks!
3 months ago, Amy Carr
Help us welcome Ms. Dezziree Bonds to Cumberland!

Ms. Bonds will be a science teacher at Cumberland High School. She enjoys playing with her cats and watching AGT with her fiancé. She is looking forward to teaching what she loves!

Welcome to Cumberland, Ms. Bonds!
3 months ago, Amy Carr
Help us welcome Ms. Mary Malkovich to Cumberland.

Ms. Malkovich will be a social studies teacher at Cumberland High School. She will teach civics, psychology, American colonial history, and Western civilizations. Mary loves being outdoors, spending time with her family and friends, and baking. She is looking forward to helping her students succeed and finding interest in social studies.

Welcome to Cumberland, Ms Malkovich!
3 months ago, Amy Carr
Help us welcome Beth Krapes to Cumberland!

Beth is our new secretary at Cumberland High School. She has been married for 37 years and has a daughter and son. She also has a princess Yorkshire terrier named CoCo. Beth enjoys fishing, darts, quilting, and relaxing on her back deck.

Welcome to Cumberland, Beth!
3 months ago, Amy Carr
Join us for Meet the Teacher Night on August 13, from 5-7 PM! Fun activities are planned for your student and family, including free haircuts for students, balloon animals, music, food trucks, and photo ops! You can also bring your student's school supplies to their classrooms or lockers. We hope to see you then!
3 months ago, Amy Carr

We are hiring! Cumberland CUSD #77 is hiring for an anticipated full-time cook position for the 2026-27 school year. This position is 35 hours/week and pays $18.89-$24.22 per the CESPA contract. Send your credentials to Jami Holsapple at jaholsapple@cusd77.org.

3 months ago, Amy Carr
Welcome back! We’re so excited to welcome our students back to school! Here are a few important dates to kick off the new year:

🏴‍☠️CHS Pirate Training: Thursday, August 6, 9:30-11:30 AM
🏴‍☠️5th Grade Orientation: Wednesday, August 12, 6-7 PM
🏴‍☠️Meet Your Teacher/Open House: Thursday, August 13, 5-7 PM
🏴‍☠️First Day of School: Friday, August 14, 2 PM Dismissal
🏴‍☠️Picture Day: Tuesday, August 18

See you all soon!
3 months ago, Amy Carr
Cumberland Families: Thank you for starting the registration process for the upcoming school year!

If you opted to hand-deliver your residency documents, please drop them off at the school office.

🕒 Hours: Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM – 2:00 PM
⏳ Deadline: Before the first day of school (August 14)

Need help? Call us at (217) 923-3132 (Ext. 2 for Grade School, Ext. 3 for High School).

Welcome back, everyone! 💙💛
4 months ago, Amy Carr
We are hiring! Cumberland CUSD #77 is hiring a part-time Elementary/Middle School cook. This position is 15 hours/week and pays $18.89-$24.22 per the CESPA contract. Send your credentials to Jami Holsapple at jholsapple@cusd77.org.
4 months ago, Amy Carr

Notice of a Special Meeting of the Board of Education

Date: Monday, July 27, 2026
Time: 5:00 PM
Location: Cumberland C.U.S.D. #77 Board Room / Unit Office, 1496 IL Rte. 121, Toledo, IL 62468
Meeting Agenda

Date of Notice: July 24, 2026

4 months ago, Amy Carr
Join our team! We are seeking a Special Education Teacher for an anticipated opening to work with our students and support their academic growth.

- Start date: August 13
- Salary: $51,010 - $90,316 per CEA contract
- Please send credentials to Christine Mock, Special Education Director, at cmock@cusd77.org.
4 months ago, Amy Carr
🚧 Parking Lot Maintenance 🚧

Our district parking lots are getting a fresh upgrade! We are currently sealing and striping the lots. Please be mindful of these areas and do not cross or park in zones blocked by cones.

Thank you for your patience and cooperation!
4 months ago, Amy Carr

Upcoming School Board Meeting:
July 16, 2026
Meeting Agenda

4 months ago, Amy Carr

2026-2027 School Registration Opens July 20!

Online registration begins soon! Please note that TeacherEase is currently offline while we prepare for the new school year and will reopen on July 20.

Important Update: Proof of residency is now required to complete registration. You can upload a photo of your document during online registration or drop it off at your child's school before the first day of classes. Approved documents include utility bills, lease agreements, bank statements, voter registration cards, and similar documents.

For more information and helpful resources, visit our Registration page at https://www.cumberland.k12.il.us/page/registration-information.

4 months ago, Amy Carr
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.
5 months ago, Amy Carr
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)
5 months ago, Amy Carr
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
5 months ago, Amy Carr