We have an opening for an elementary teacher in the 2023-2024 school year. For more information about the position, visit https://www.illinoiseducationjobbank.org/Job-Posting/122978/Elementary-Teacher-K4th-Grade/job-details.
Reminder: No School on Monday, 2/20, in honor of Presidents' Day.
Today is National School Resource Officer Day! We appreciate our school resource officers, Dan Kimble and Steve Ozier. Thank you for all you do for our schools!
Project H.E.L.P. and the Cumberland School District are offering free developmental screenings for 2-5 year olds during the Preschool Round Up on Monday, March 20, from 12:30-6 and Tuesday, March 21, from 9-2 at the Toledo Christian Church. For an appointment, call Laura at (217) 923-3132, option 2.
Wishing you a Happy Valentine's Day!
Students from the middle school are working with Mrs. D. McElravy to renovate the school's courtyard. The group is seeking donations to upgrade and add to the existing features on the site. They would appreciate your help! If you have any questions, email Mrs. McElravy at dmcelravy@cusd77.org. Thank you!
Donations may be sent to:
Cumberland Middle School
℅ DeDe McElravy
1496 IL Rte. 121
Toledo, IL 62468
Reminder: On Friday, 2/10, school will dismiss at 12:15.
Happy National School Counseling Week! We are very lucky to have Sheila Plummer, HS counselor, Stefani Robinson, GS counselor, Ashley Voss, District counselor, and Betsy Ryan, District social worker, in our District. They each play an important role in helping our students, staff, and community. Thank you for all you do!
The CHS Art Club is offering art classes for students this semester. Their first art class will be on February 16, from 3-4 PM in the grade school cafeteria. Students can sign up for individual classes for $20 each or for the entire semester for $60. Registration closes the Tuesday before each class.
The Cumberland #77 Shoe Tree Program received a donation of $650.00 from Schumacher Orthodontics. On January 17, 2023, Dr. Schumacher presented the check to the founder of the Shoe Tree Program, Roz Gresens.
Please join Cumberland Drama as they host a fundraiser to benefit their upcoming musical, the Wizard of Oz. Meet some of the cast members, enjoy breakfast, and bid on some silent auction items! The fundraiser is on Saturday, February 4, from 7-10 AM at the Toledo Christian Church. The cost is a free-will donation.
Cumberland CUSD #77 will be closed on Wednesday, January 25, 2023. All extracurricular activities are cancelled as well. Stay warm and stay safe!
2023 5Essentials Parent Survey
Please take a moment to fill out this survey for each of the schools your children attend. This is a valuable tool to help our schools improve. We appreciate your help!
About the Survey: The 5Essentials is an annual statewide survey that gathers information on five indicators: leaders, teachers, families, environments, and instruction. Participating in the survey will help the district better understand how it is doing and guide future decisions.
The survey is open from January 24-March 31.
Survey Link: http://survey.5-essentials.org/illinois/survey/parent/
Today is the American Red Cross Blood Drive at Cumberland Elementary and Middle School. The Blood Drive will be held in the cafeteria from 2-6 PM. Visit RedCrossBlood.org and enter CumberlandES to schedule an appointment. Thank you!!
The graduation ceremony for the class of 2023 is scheduled for Sunday, May 21, at 2:00 PM in the high school gym.
We are looking for qualified individuals to join our high school staff. For more information, contact Kevin Maynard at 217-923-3132.
Cumberland is looking for a school psychologist to join our staff. Please contact the Unit Office at 217-923-3132 for more information.
There will be a Blood Drive on Monday, Jan. 23, from 2-6 PM at the Elementary School. Please visit RedCrossBlood.org and enter CumberlandES to schedule an appointment. Those who give blood between January 1-31 will automatically be entered to win a trip to Super Bowl LVII in Phoenix! Each student who brings someone in gets a free pair of earbuds!
Halftime - Cumberland Fresh/Soph is leading Olney 21-9.
The Shoe Tree orders are due on Tuesday, January 17. If you are experiencing financial hardship, complete this form for qualifying students to receive a free pair of shoes. Shoes will be distributed by the school in mid-February.
https://forms.gle/GeGBmqAa9PjwNgSz9