The CHS Scholastic Bowl team won the IHSA Regional tonight! Congratulations! 🏴‍☠️
about 17 hours ago, Amy Carr
THe team of seven is standing together with the coach. The student in the center is holding the regional champion trophy.

This is a reminder that we will have a 12:01 PM dismissal on Friday, March 13, for a teacher in-service.

about 21 hours ago, Amy Carr
Blue Image with Reminder stamped in the background. The foreground says Reminder: 12:01 Dismissal on Friday, March 13!
A softball game has been added to the schedule. The Lady Pirates will play Newton on Friday, March 13, at 4:30 PM in Newton.
about 22 hours ago, Amy Carr
This afternoon, CHS students and staff celebrated the many academic and athletic achievements they've had so far this school year. We have some amazing students! 🏴‍☠️
about 22 hours ago, Amy Carr
The student body is sitting in the bleachers. There is a speaker in the center of the basketball court reading a paper.

Senior pictures and quotes are due to Mrs. Peters by March 27. If you have any questions, please contact Mrs. Peters at wpeters@cusd77.org.

1 day ago, Amy Carr
Congratulations to Jude Miller and Alysa Dittamore on being selected to the 2026 Illinois Basketball Coaches Association 1A All-State team! Jude was named to the 2nd team, and Alysa was selected for the 3rd team. A link to the full list is below.

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4 days ago, Amy Carr
Every year, six students are selected by their principals to be honored at the IPA dinner for demonstrating excellence in both academics and character. This year's honorees are Lila Light, Brooks Braden, Freddy Blade, Quinn Walker, Mitchell Blade, and Karen Willenborg. Congratulations students!
4 days ago, Amy Carr
Pictured are two students and their principal. The students are holding their certificates.
Pictured are two students holding their certificates.
Pictured are two students and their principal. The students are holding their certificates.
A huge thank you to our amazing donors! Yesterday’s NHS blood drive was a success! ImpactLife collected 30 pints, which means our community helped save up to 90 lives! You made a difference!
4 days ago, Amy Carr
In Mrs. Lee's Community Living class, students are learning about vending machines. They even get to practice on their classroom vending machine!
4 days ago, Amy Carr
A student is selecting money to put into the classroom vending machine.
A student is refilling the vending machine. Another student is watching on.
A student is waiting for the item to come out of the vending machine.
Today is National Day of Unplugging!

Today is a great reminder to step away from our screens and reconnect with what matters most. Take time today to unplug from phones, social media, and devices to be more present in everyday moments.

S.A.D.D. encourages our students, staff, and families to join the challenge:
🌳 Spend time outdoors
💬 Have real conversations
📚 Read, create, or enjoy a favorite hobby
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Be fully present with the people around you

Sometimes the best way to recharge is to unplug. Take a break from notifications and enjoy the moments happening right in front of you!

4 days ago, Amy Carr
A yellow background with a head that has a brain that turns into an electric cord. A man is unplugging the cord. It says Happy National Day of Unplugging.
CHS placed 2nd at the ACES sectional competition in Casey today! Individually, Rylan James placed 2nd in Biology, Camden James placed 3rd in Chemistry, Addison Johnson and Mitchell Blade tied for 2nd in Chemistry, Landon Finn placed 3rd in Computer Science, Jonah Tibbs placed 1st in Computer Science, and Mitchell Blade placed 2nd in Math. Congratulations to all who competed today!
5 days ago, Amy Carr
The 13 members of the Aces team are standing together. One is holding the 2nd place trophy. The individual winners are displaying their medals.
The CHS boys' basketball awards are scheduled for March 24th at 6:30 PM in the high school cafeteria.
6 days ago, Amy Carr
The National Honor Society is hosting a Blood Drive at Cumberland High School on Thursday, 3/5, from 10:30 AM - 3:30 PM in the study hall. To schedule an appointment, contact Mrs. Becker at tbecker@cusd77.org.
6 days ago, Amy Carr
We would like to share an upcoming workshop, Digital Discernment: Creating a Tech-Ready Home in the AI Age, presented by Protect Young Eyes and sponsored by Sarah Bush Lincoln Healthy Communities. This session will be valuable for parents, grandparents, educators, and other caring adults.

The workshop will be held on Tuesday, April 14, from 6:00-7:30 PM at The Fields Church at Cross County Mall, 700 Broadway East, Mattoon.

Attendees will enjoy light refreshments and have chances to win excellent tech-related raffle prizes.
6 days ago, Amy Carr
An event flyer for a free workshop titled "Digital Discernment: Creating a tech-ready home in the AI Age." The top of the flyer features a professional portrait of the presenter, Chris McKenna, and the logo for "Protect Young Eyes: creating safer digital spaces." Images below the header show an audience in a lecture hall and a young child using a tablet. Event Details Presenter: Chris McKenna Date: Tuesday, April 14 Time: 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM Location: The Fields Church | Mattoon (Cross County Mall location), 700 Broadway Ave. East, Mattoon. Parking: Located at the back of the mall. Notes: No registration required; light refreshments and raffle prizes provided. Sponsor: Sponsored by Linda K. Keeler. Workshop Content The text describes a "Tech-Ready Home Framework" focused on five key habits for digital success. Attendees will learn: How to use a router as a parenting tool. Strategies more effective than parental controls. Information on the "Toxic Trio" and how to protect kids from it. Insights into why 72% of teens use AI companions. Logos and Disclaimers The bottom of the flyer features the Sarah Bush Lincoln logo with the tagline "Trusted Compassionate Care." A small disclaimer notes that the information is a community resource provided by Sarah Bush Lincoln and is not sponsored or endorsed by the school district.
Have you ever wondered what's inside your favorite bag of chips? The Bio 2 class tested Doritos and Cheetos to find out! They analyzed the popular snacks for the presence of Genetically Modified Organisms (GMOs).
7 days ago, Amy Carr
One student is mashing up a chip, while another is evaluating a science tool to get a reading.
A student is dipping a material to evaluate the GMOs. Another student is watching on.
Two students are smiling at the camera. One is holding their testing material.
Yesterday, seniors in Mr. Hall’s Civics classes debated various scenarios regarding the Second Amendment. After being presented with specific statements, students selected a stance and defended their positions through respectful dialogue. This session is a well-known highlight of the class, often attracting visiting students, teachers, administrators, and the SRO to participate!
7 days ago, Amy Carr
A student is sitting at the strongly agree wall and explaining her opinion.
Two students and a teacher are standing at the disagree wall and one is explaining her opinion.
Two students are standing at the strongly disagree wall and one is explaining her opinion.
Four students and a teacher are standing at the agree wall and one is explaining his opinion.
A student is standing at the strongly disagree wall and explaining his opinion.
Two students and the SRO are standing at the agree wall and one is explaining his opinion.
Two administrators and six students are standing at the disagree wall and listening to the other side explain their opinion.
Seventeen students and the SRO are standing or sitting at the strongly agree wall and one is explaining his opinion.
A student is standing at the strongly disagree wall and explaining his opinion.
A student is standing at the strongly agree wall and explaining his opinion.
Students in the Clothing and Textiles course are mastering both hand-stitching and machine-sewing techniques. They are currently applying these skills to a series of seam samples and a custom pillow project.
8 days ago, Amy Carr
A student is piecing together her pillow project. She is alternating green squares with comic pattern squares.
A student is using the machine to sew a seam on a green piece of fabric.
A student is ironing her fabric on an ironing board.
A student is cutting royal blue fabric from a pattern she has layed on top.
A student is cutting a pattern on fabric with a pair of scissors. The fabric is black.
A student is turned around looking at the camera. He was working on the machine to set it up to sew his project.
Natalie Beaumont is a Back-to-Back State Champion! The senior won 15-10 in the championship match at the IHSA Girls Wrestling State Championship finals today in Bloomington. Congratulations on an amazing career, Natalie! 🏴‍☠️
10 days ago, Amy Carr
NB is standing on top of the podium. She is holding her individual champion trophy and bracket sign. She and the other other wrestlers are wearing their medals.
NB's arm has been raised by the referee to signify a win. She is screaming in pure excitement.
NB is on the back of the opponent. She has her hands around the opponent's waist.
NB and opponent are standing with arms wrapped around the other's head and back. They are in the center of the mat.
NB has fallen on the opponent attempting a pin. The referee is on all fours to watch.
The CHS Math team attended ICTM Math Regionals at EIU today and earned 3rd place overall! The following individuals and teams earned awards:
Algebra 1 Individual: 6th place (tie) Colby Roedl and Hendrix Dunn
Geometry Individual: 5th Place Raegan Jones
Geometry Individual: 4th Place Addison Johnson
Geometry Team: 2nd Place Addison Johnson, Raegan Jones, Jude Miller, Hunter Achenbach, Kadie Browning, and Lily McKerrow.
Algebra 2 Individual: 2nd Place Jonah Tibbs
Algebra 2 Team: 3rd Place Jonah Tibbs, Isaac Venatta, Cameron Roedl, and Landon Finn
Pre-calculus Individual: 7th place Mitchell Blade
Pre-Calculus Team: 3rd Place Rylan James, Camden James, Mitchell Blade, Karen Willenborg, Vada Robinson, and Aundrea Nebel
8 Person Freshman/Sophomore: 3rd Place Hendrix Dunn, Jaylynn Bone, Colby Roedl, Charlotte Flessner, Raegan Jones, Jude Miller, Addison Johnson, and Kadie Browning
8 Person Junior/Senior: 1st Place Camden James, Karen Willenborg, Vada Robinson, Aundrea Nebel, Jonah Tibbs, Isaac Venatta, Landon Finn, and Cameron Roedl
Calculator Team: 3rd Place Camden James, Gabby Hutton, Isaac Venatta, Jonah Tibbs, Jude Miller, Lily McKerrow, Hendrix Dunn, and Colby Roedl
2 Person Freshman/Sophomore: 1st Place Lily McKerrow and Addison Johnson
2 Person Junior/Senior: 1st Place Rylan James and Mitchell Blade
10 days ago, Amy Carr
Pictured is the Math Team Standing in a group around and on a plant her statue. They are holidng ribbons and medals that they earned.
State Wrestling Update: Natalie Beaumont pinned her opponent to advance to the championship match! The championship rounds will begin at 2 PM today. Way to go, Natalie! 🏴‍☠️
10 days ago, Amy Carr
NB is on her opponent’s back maneuvering a pin
NB is on her opponent’s back maneuvering a pin. She had the opponent’s arms held back
NB is on her opponent’s back maneuvering a pin. She is completing the pin