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Mrs. Gibsom's Anatomy classes tested their senses as they progressed through the nervous system!
Meet the Pirates on Friday, November 17 at 7:30 PM! The Cheerleaders, Girls' Basketball team, and Boys' Basketball teams will be introduced followed by Varsity, JV, and Freshmen/Sophomore scrimmages. Please bring a nonperishable item in support of the food drive!
The CHS Class of 2027 is selling Little Caesar Pizza Kits from November 13 - 27. If you would like to support the class, please contact a freshman, Mrs. Heuerman, or Mrs. Taylor. The kits will be delivered the week of December 11.
Biology II students practiced their dissecting skills on gummy bears. After mastering that skill, they dissected a starfish!
Tonight is Senior Night for the Lady Pirates! Cumberland plays Brownstown-St. Elmo at 6 PM. Come out and support the team and the seniors!
On Monday, November 13, we ask that all Cumberland students and staff wear Cardinal gear or red in honor of Mike Oakley, our beloved transportation director. Thank you!
Thank you to all who have served!
The Cumberland community lost a beloved employee Thursday. Mike Oakley spent thirty years serving our community and school district. His work ethic and dedication were exceptional. Our prayers and love go out to Mike’s family. He will be forever missed.
The middle school boys' basketball game tonight (11/9) vs. Marshall has been canceled. It will be rescheduled at a later date.
All practices in the District have been canceled for Thursday and Friday.
Due to circumstances beyond our control, school will be canceled tomorrow, November 10. The Veteran’s Day program is also canceled. Please note that school safety is not an issue. More information will be released later.
Biology I students recently participated in an experiment to test photosynthesis.
Cumberland schools will dismiss at 12:15 on Friday, November 10.
Mrs. Blade’s Spanish 4 students decorated an altar to celebrate Dia de los Muertos, the Day of the Dead. This holiday is celebrated around the world, including in Mexican, Aztec, and Mayan cultures where families honor their ancestors. Altars are decorated with photos, flowers, Calaveras, candles, and other offerings.
Cameron Roedl will represent Cumberland High School at the IHSA State Cross Country meet at Detweiler Park in Peoria on Saturday, Nov. 4. Cameron qualified for the state meet at the Decatur St. Teresa Sectional with a 12th place finish and a time of 16:07.1. Good Luck, Cameron!!
Last week, Mrs. Flach's Biology I class created models of and labeled animal (red) and plant (green) cells, which consisted of their organelle drawings.
Students in Ms. Booth's math class simulated Shark Tank by creating their own business plan. Then using supplied financial information, they figured out the annual revenue, EBIT, their business multiplier, and the valuation. Each person or team then had to present to the Sharks to seek investments in their company.
Many Cumberland musicians submitted video auditions for the annual ILMEA (Illinois Music Educators Association) District 5 music festivals that will take place at Eastern Illinois University in November. These students will prepare several selections and perform concerts with other top musicians in this region of the state. Representing Cumberland Middle School band and choir are Addison Johnson, Chase Burns, Cameron Coleman, Cody Farris, Amber Lewis, Ethan Matthew, Konnor McKelvey, Shelby Nichols, Chloe Roedl, and Alyssa Yocum. Students who will represent Cumberland High School are Austin Becker, Austin Carlen, Maddy Cutright, Gwen Dunn, Ani Edwards, Stevi Nichols, Rachel Starwalt, and Lauren Stevens. Congratulations!
The store to order football playoff shirts open until 2 PM on Wednesday, October 25. Details are in the link below.
https://cumberlandplayoff.itemorder.com/
Congratulations to Cumberland High School's 2023 Homecoming King and Queen, Blake McMechan and Libby McGinnis!
