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

Due to possible rain later this evening, adjustments have been made for the NTC softball tournament (5/4). The new game times are below.
3:00 (West Diamond) St. Anthony vs Dieterich
3:00 (East Diamond) Cumberland vs Altamont
4:30 (West Diamond) South Central vs Neoga
4:30 (East Diamond) WSS vs SEB
The Cumberland High School Scholastic Bowl team had two students recognized at the IHSSBCA All-State Banquet. Camden James and Rylan James were both honored as All-State 1st Team members. Only 10 players across the state make 1st team! This is Camden's 3rd year of being honored, and Rylan's second. We are very proud of their achievements!


The high school will hold Fine Arts Night on Tuesday, May 5, at 7 PM. Come check out the amazing art displays from the art and industrial arts classes. Then, head into the gym for performances from the high school choir and band. It will be a great event you won't want to miss!
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!

Huge night for the Lady Pirates! Congratulations to Ashten Tolen and Jade Carr, who both reached the 100 career hits milestone during last night's 12–2 victory over South Central! What a way to celebrate a win! 🏴☠️

They might not wear capes, but our school cooks definitely have some impressive superpowers! Today, on School Lunch Hero Day, we’re celebrating the kitchen crew for the impressive work they do every single day!

Congratulations to Grady Jones on signing with Shawnee Community College to continue his athletic and academic career!

The CHS Softball team will play in the NTC tournament next week. Their first game is on May 4 at 6:15 PM. All games are being played at Evergreen Park in Effingham. Good luck, Lady Pirates! 🏴☠️

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.
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Shoe Tree is sponsored by Shoe Tree Program, Corp., Rosalyn Gresens, President.
https://forms.gle/vyfeDnvXudDKjtTg8
Danielle Downs, from Lake Land College's Financial Aid department, visited our Adulting class to teach students more about paying for college. They enjoyed playing an interactive Jeopardy game to learn all the details of expenses and payments for higher education.

Mrs. Steber's BIO I students took advantage of the nice weather last week and practiced their Punnett squares with sidewalk chalk!








Students in Textiles and Clothing are sewing themselves a pair of PJs!




Microbiology students had the opportunity to tour the Microbiology Lab at Sarah Bush Lincoln Health Center and learn about different methods and technologies that are being utilized in modern labs.

A home baseball game against CGB on May 7th has been added to the schedule.
Softball for today (4/27) at Lawrenceville has been cancelled.
The baseball game today (4/27) has been cancelled.
We will no longer be playing softball at Casey on May 9.
Ceramics IV students traveled to the Art Institute of Chicago for their annual trip, where they explored an incredible collection of paintings and sculptures. They then visited Millennium Park to see the iconic Cloud Gate. The day concluded with a stop at Giordano's, where students enjoyed Chicago’s famous deep-dish pizza.





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.
