The Cumberland Co. cross country team participated in the Cork Classic in Robinson yesterday. The boys placed 1st as a team. The boys medalists were Cameron Roedl, 5th, Colby Roedl, 7th, Gavin Whitaker, 15th, Brett Matusas, 18th, Aydan Oakley, 23rd, Damien Chardon, 30th, Jacob Pierce, 31st, and Clayton Altgilbers, 46th. For the girls, Paula Hohn placed 32nd.
Today, the seniors in civics classes were given questions about the Second Amendment, and they had to choose if they agreed or disagreed with the question while supporting their stance. The students shared their perspectives and engaged in a respectful dialogue with their classmates. It was extra special because administrators, our SRO, teachers, and some juniors joined in on the conversations.
The CHS Varsity Eco team took 3rd place out of 18 teams today at their Eco competition. Their topics were the Life of Bees, Frogs of Illinois, and Indians Along the Kaskaskia. Great job, team!
Happy School Custodian Appreciation Day! We are lucky to have our custodial crew who work hard to make our schools a great place to be! Thank you for all you do!
BIO 100 researched organelles and put their knowledge to the test today as they made the rounds during Organelle Speed Dating!
Fun things are happening at CHS! Students and staff were testing out homecoming dance moves during Pirate Cove!
The Cumberland FFA traveled to SIU in Carbondale to compete in the state forestry contest, where they placed 4th overall as a team! Congratulations to Kaitlyn Hemmen for placing 7th and Ellie Strader for placing 6th in the state individually!
The Cumberland County boys cross country team placed 5th today at the Spartan Classic in St. Joe! Boys medalists were Cameron Roedl, 6th, Colby Roedl, 29th, Gavin Whitaker, 41st, Brett Matusas, 42nd, Aydan Oakley, 56th, Damien Chardon, 66th, and Kade Bradley, 77th. Paula Hohn, 71st, medaled for the girls. Cameron Roedl was the top Junior with a time of 15:11. Congratulations!
Can't make the game? Follow our livestream! Here's the direct link to Cumberland athletics on Hudl TV: https://fan.hudl.com/usa/il/greenup/organization/13084/cumberland-high-school.
9/26 Football Update: Tonight's football game has been pushed back to a 7:15 start time because Arcola's bus broke down. Senior night will be at the scheduled time of 6:35 PM
We have new opportunities for you to join our team! Cumberland High School has openings for a School Secretary beginning January 2 and a Guidance/Academic Counselor beginning on August 3. If you are interested, please send your letter of interest and credentials to Daniel Huffman at dhuffman@cusd77.org.
CHS will host a Pink Out volleyball game on October 9 vs. Martinsville. The team is selling t-shirts for the event. All money raised will support breast cancer research. The deadline to order online is September 28 at 10 PM. Place your orders at https://www.taggedshop.com/cumberlandhspinkout.
Mrs. Gibsom's BIO 2 students worked in creative ways on comparative anatomy of digestive systems! Great examples of hands-on science!
Come out to support our CHS fall senior athletes tomorrow night! The seniors from the football, volleyball, cross country, and cheer teams will be introduced before the football game against Arcola. Seniors and their parents will line up at 6:30.
JV Football vs Arcola on Monday (10/29) has been cancelled.
This morning’s fog couldn’t stop the fun. The high school PE students brought the energy and sportsmanship to their game of flag football!
Buy your Cumberland High School yearbook now for only $35! Prices increase after October 5th! Order online at https://yearbookforever.com/.
The CHS Class of 2027 is selling Fannie May products to raise money for this year’s Junior/Senior prom. The order window will be open from September 24 to October 8.
If you would like to order, please contact one of our Juniors. The Fannie May products will be delivered to the school on November 12th.
ONLINE ORDER OPTION: To place an order, please contact a Junior to obtain his/her unique link. Using this link ensures the student receives credit for your purchase. If you do not wish to order from a specific student, you may use the following link: https://my.perfectpastries.biz/2025-fall-cumberland-high-school-junior-class/mariellen-taylor/.
Supporters who purchase online are given two options:
Order LOCAL DELIVERY PRODUCTS: items will be delivered to the school with the regular paper orders
Order SHIP TO HOME PRODUCTS: items will be shipped directly to their house with an additional shipping cost.
Thank you for your support!
CHS Class of 2027
If you would like to order, please contact one of our Juniors. The Fannie May products will be delivered to the school on November 12th.
ONLINE ORDER OPTION: To place an order, please contact a Junior to obtain his/her unique link. Using this link ensures the student receives credit for your purchase. If you do not wish to order from a specific student, you may use the following link: https://my.perfectpastries.biz/2025-fall-cumberland-high-school-junior-class/mariellen-taylor/.
Supporters who purchase online are given two options:
Order LOCAL DELIVERY PRODUCTS: items will be delivered to the school with the regular paper orders
Order SHIP TO HOME PRODUCTS: items will be shipped directly to their house with an additional shipping cost.
Thank you for your support!
CHS Class of 2027
The CHS volleyball team took 1st in the Copper bracket of the Pretzel Tournament in New Berlin this weekend! Congratulations!
The Cumberland Co. Cross Country team competed in the Tuscola Invitational this morning. The boys team placed 3rd overall! Boys medalists were Cameron Roedl 8th, Colby Roedl 10th, Gavin Whitaker 31st Damien Chardon 36th, Aydan Oakley 40th, Brett Matusas 45th, and Kade Bradley 72nd. Colby Roedl was the Top Freshman. Girls medalists were Paula Hohn 44th and Molly Moran 72nd. Congratulations to all!
