Happy School Nurse Day! Thank you to Nurse Peters for keeping our students healthy, safe, and ready to learn. We appreciate all your hard work!
4 days ago, Amy Carr
A blue background with red lettering that says Happy School Nurse Day. There is a heart with a nurse cap on the top.
There is no school on Friday, May 8, for an unused built-in emergency day.
6 days ago, Amy Carr
A yellow background with a calendar image that says Reminder No School Friday, May 8.
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!
6 days ago, Amy Carr
A blue background with images of books, apples, and school supplies. It says THANK YOU, TEACHERS. Teacher Appreciation Weed May 4-8, 2026.
Is your little one ready for Kindergarten?

If your child will be 5 years old on or before September 1, 2026, it’s time to register! Please use the link below to complete the enrollment process.

We can't wait to welcome our newest students! If you have any questions, please contact the grade school office at 217-923-3132.

https://forms.gle/bbAs3e9sjYgrC9tr5
9 days ago, Amy Carr
Shout out to our incredible principals on National School Principals' Day! Thank you for everything you do for our students, staff, and school!
9 days ago, Amy Carr
A bright and colorful border surrounds the words Thank You!
Tomorrow morning, May 1st, our Special Olympics athletes are heading out for their very first competition! To celebrate, they’ll be receiving a full fire truck escort leaving the school at 8:15 AM.

We want to fill the Toledo square with cheers! Please join us to wave, shout, and wish them the best of luck as they head off to make us proud. See you there!
10 days ago, Amy Carr
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.

https://forms.gle/vyfeDnvXudDKjtTg8
11 days ago, Amy Carr
Big shoutout to our incredible bus drivers! Thank you for being the friendly faces our students see first and for getting them to and from school safely each day. We appreciate you!" 🚌
12 days ago, Amy Carr
Image of a school bus with school children getting on and off of it. It says Thank you Bus Drivers! School Bus Driver Appreciation Day
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.
13 days ago, Amy Carr
All graduates, families, and community members are welcome to attend the Baccalaureate Service for the class of 2026 at Salem United Methodist Church on Sunday, May 10, at 6:30 PM.
13 days ago, Amy Carr
An invitation for the Cumberland Class of 2026 Baccalaureate Service. The design features a formal gold border and a central graphic of a glowing gold cross with light rays emanating behind it. Text Details: Event: Baccalaureate Service Honorees: Cumberland Class of 2026 Date & Time: Sunday, May 10th at 6:30 PM Location: Salem United Methodist Church Message: "All graduates, families, and community members are welcome to attend as we celebrate and bless the Class of 2026."
Happy Administrative Professionals Day to our front office superstars. Thank you for the patience, the multitasking, and everything in between! We appreciate you today and every day! 💙💛
18 days ago, Amy Carr
A pastel floral background with the words Administrative Professionals Day.

School Calendar Update!

Pending any unforeseen circumstances, this is what we have scheduled for the remainder of the school year.

April 17 - School in Session. (Emergency day used on 12/12)
April 24 - School in Session (Emergency day used on 1/26)
May 1 - School in Session (Emergency day used on 1/27)
May 5 - CHS Fine Arts Night, 7 PM
May 7 - CES/CMS Family Engagement Night, 4-7 PM
May 8 - No School - Built in Emergency Day
May 12 - Kindergarten, 6 PM / 2nd Grade Spring Program, 7:15 PM
May 15 - No School - Built in Emergency Day
May 17 - High School Graduation, 2 PM
May 18 - Middle School Band and Choir Concert, 7 PM
May 19 - 8th Grade Recognition, 6 PM / 8th Grade Dance, 7-9 PM
May 20 - Semester Exams - 2:01 Dismissal
May 21 - Semester Exams - 2:01 Dismissal
May 22 - No School - Teachers Institute

about 1 month ago, Amy Carr
A blue background with a message in a pink bubble that says Upcoming events
It’s National Paraprofessional Appreciation Day! Our schools wouldn't be the same without our amazing paras. Thank you for your endless energy, your support of our students, and for keeping things running smoothly every single day!
about 1 month ago, Amy Carr
The image says Paraprofessional Appreciation Day. It has pictures of school supplies along the border.

Cumberland schools will dismiss for Easter Break on Thursday, April 2, at 2:01 PM. School resumes on Tuesday, April 7. We hope you have a wonderful Easter holiday!

about 1 month ago, Amy Carr
The spring colored image has eggs, grass, and flowers. It says Easter Break April 3- April 6. School will dismiss at 2:01 on April 2nd.

We are hiring! Cumberland CUSD #77 has three positions available for the 2026-2027 school year. Come and join our team!

* Bus Drivers - $28-$30/hour. Send credentials to Steve Wheeler at swheeler@cusd77.org.
*HS Science Teacher - Salary: $51,010 - $90,316. Send Credentials to Daniel Huffman at dhuffman@cusd77.org.
*HS Math Teacher - Salary: $51,010 - $90,316. Send Credentials to Daniel Huffman at dhuffman@cusd77.org.

about 2 months ago, Amy Carr
Hiring flyer for Cumberland High School (CUSD #77) for Science and Math Teacher positions for the 2026-2027 school year. Salary range is $51,010 - $90,316 with an application deadline of April 10, 2026. Contact Principal Daniel Huffman at dhuffman@cusd77.org or 217-923-3132.
Hiring flyer for Cumberland CUSD #77 seeking Bus Drivers for the 2026-2027 school year. Salary ranges from $28 to $30 per hour. Contact Transportation Director Steve Wheeler at swheeler@cusd77.org or 217-923-3132 to apply.
Is your little one ready for Kindergarten?

If your child will be 5 years old on or before September 1, 2026, it’s time to register! Please use the link below to complete the enrollment process.

We can't wait to welcome our newest students! If you have any questions, please contact the grade school office at 217-923-3132.

https://forms.gle/bbAs3e9sjYgrC9tr5
about 2 months ago, Amy Carr
It’s opening night! Break a leg to everyone involved in Descendants the Musical! You have worked so hard, and we know you'll do great!

Show times:
Friday, 3/13, 7 PM
Saturday,3/14, 7 PM
Sunday, 3/15, 2 PM

📷Toledo Democrat
about 2 months ago, Amy Carr
The cast and crew of Descendants the Musical are sitting or standing in one of four rows. They are in costume in front of a castle background.

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

2 months ago, Amy Carr
Blue Image with Reminder stamped in the background. The foreground says Reminder: 12:01 Dismissal on Friday, March 13!
It’s School Maintenance Worker Appreciation Day! A huge thank you to Brad and Matt for everything you do behind the scenes to keep things running smoothly for our students and staff. We appreciate you!
2 months ago, Amy Carr
A blue background with the pirate logo scattered throughout. Two pictures of BB and MS. It says Maintenance Worker Appreciation Day!
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.
2 months 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.