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.
about 19 hours 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.
about 19 hours 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! 💙💛
6 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

20 days 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!
27 days 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!

28 days 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 1 month 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 1 month 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.

about 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!
about 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.
about 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.
Students who receive IEP or 504 services, along with their parents or guardians, are invited to attend Your Link to Student Success on Tuesday, March 24, 2026, from 6-7 PM at Lake Land College's Effingham Technology Center to learn about financial aid, admissions, accommodations, and more. For more information, contact Ellie Haskett at (217) 234-5259
about 2 months ago, Amy Carr
This flyer features a wide-angle photograph of the Effingham Technology Center, a modern, two-story building with large glass windows and three flagpoles in the foreground. The event is hosted by the Eastern Illinois Area of Special Education in partnership with Lake Land College.Event DetailsTitle: Your Link to Student Success.Date & Time: Tuesday, March 24, 2026, from 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM.Location: Effingham Technology Center, Room 123; 1201 Althoff Drive, Effingham, IL.Presentation ContentThe flyer invites students who currently receive services through an IEP or 504 plan to learn how Lake Land College can help them achieve their potential. Ellie Haskett, Coordinator of Student Accommodations, and other presenters will discuss the following topics:Financial Aid and Admissions.TRIO and Student Accommodations.Perkins Program and the Department of Rehabilitation Services.Additional InformationTarget Audience: Students, parents, and guardians are all welcome.Contact: For questions or special accommodations, contact Ellie Haskett at (217) 234-5259.Would you like me to create a calendar reminder or a summary of the contact information for this event?
Beginning today, Cumberland is accepting appointments for the free developmental screenings for two- to five-year-olds, including all incoming kindergarteners. The screenings are a wonderful opportunity for parents and guardians to learn how their child is developing in speech, language, concepts, and motor skills. Vision and hearing screenings will also be provided, free of charge! Parents may preregister incoming kindergarten students for the 2026-2027 school year on the day of screening.

The screenings will be held on Monday, March 16, and Tuesday, March 17, at the Toledo Christian Church. On the day of the screening, you will need proof of residency, a certified copy of their birth certificate, and a current physical, if available. Contact the grade school at 217-923-3135 to make an appointment.
about 2 months ago, Amy Carr
An event flyer for the Project HELP Preschool Round Up, featuring a playful border of dashed lines and dots. At the bottom, four smiling children are lying on their stomachs, propped up on their elbows. Key Information: Event: Free Developmental Screenings for children aged two to five, and Kindergarten screenings. Purpose: To assess speech, language, concepts, motor skills, vision, and hearing. Screenings are required for potential enrollment in the Project HELP preschool classroom. When: Monday, March 16th and Tuesday, March 17th. Where: Toledo Christian Church, 501 South Maryland, Toledo, IL. Action: To schedule an appointment, call Cumberland Elementary School at 217-923-3135. Requirements: Parents must bring proof of residency, a certified birth certificate, and a current physical if available. Signed parent/guardian permission is required.

Cumberland Drama will present Descendants the Musical on Friday, 3/13, at 7 PM, Saturday, 3/14, at 7 PM, and Sunday, 3/15, at 2 PM at the Toledo Christian Church. Tickets are $10 and are on sale at both school offices, the Greenup and Toledo First Neighbor Bank, and the Toledo Democrat office. Don't miss this great show!

about 2 months ago, Amy Carr
Logo for "Disney Descendants: The Musical." On the left is a bitten red apple entwined with a golden, thorny vine that forms a stylized letter "D." To the right, the word "DESCENDANTS" is written in large yellow block letters, with the Disney logo sitting small above it. Below this, the words "THE MUSICAL" appear in green slanted text inside a white rectangular box, which is overlaid on a vibrant green spray-paint splatter effect.

The School Board officially approved the calendar for the 2026-2027year at last week’s meeting. Check out the full calendar in the image below, or download the printable PDF here: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1UzgTu8KgBFFZyCnsm1VBd3FQeyD2pLdg/view?usp=sharing

2 months ago, Amy Carr
A one-page document outlining the 2026-2027 school year schedule. The year begins with a Teacher Institute Day on August 13 and the first student attendance day on August 14 with a 2:20 PM dismissal. Key milestones include: Quarter Start Dates: 1st Quarter (Aug 14), 2nd Quarter (Oct 19), 3rd Quarter (Jan 5), and 4th Quarter (Mar 15). Major Holidays (No School): Labor Day (Sept 7), Columbus Day (Oct 12), Election Day (Nov 3), MLK Day (Jan 18), and Presidents' Day (Feb 15). Extended Breaks: Thanksgiving (Nov 25–29), Christmas (Dec 19–Jan 4), and Easter (Mar 24–29). Conferences & Exams: Parent/Teacher conferences are held the evenings of October 20 and 22. Semester exams are scheduled for December 17–18 and May 25–26, all featuring 2:20 PM dismissals. Emergency Days: Five "Built In" emergency days are scheduled for Fridays between April 23 and May 21. The calendar concludes with a final Teacher Institute Day on May 27. The document summarizes the year as having 175 student attendance days, 4 teacher institute days, 1 parent/teacher conference day, and 5 emergency days for a total of 185 days.
Mark your calendar! Graduation and promotion dates have been set. High school graduation will be held on Sunday, May 17, at 2:00 PM in the high school gym. The 8th grade promotion will be on Tuesday, May 19, at 6:00 PM in the middle school gym. The 8th grade dance will follow.
2 months ago, Amy Carr
This is a blue graphic with lighter blue lines on the right and circles on the left. It says MARK YOUR CALENDAR. The pirate logo is on the bottom.
We are having technical issues with our HUDL livestream tonight. We apologize for the inconvenience.
2 months ago, Amy Carr
Are you ready to make a difference in the classroom? Cumberland Elementary School has an opening for an elementary teacher for the upcoming 2026-2027 school year. Join a supportive team dedicated to student success.

Application Deadline: March 6, 2026
Send credentials to DeDe McElravy, Elementary Principal, at dmcelravy@cusd77.org.
2 months ago, Amy Carr
The image says Cumberland CUSD #77 and has the pirate logo , We are hiring! Cumberland Elementary School is hiring for the following postition: ElementaryTeacher. 2026-2027 School Year. Salary $51,010-$90,316 per CEA Contract. Application Deadline: March 6. Send your credentials to DeDe McElravy, Elementary Principal, dmcelravy@cusd77.org, 217-923-3132.
Mrs. Waller's and Miss Kendall's preschool students are learning all about pets this week. The students explored three stations yesterday, where they matched pets to their homes, listened to a story about getting a pet, and played a game with farm animals! It was a wonderful day of learning!
2 months ago, Amy Carr
Two students are sitting at a table where they are rolling a dice and velcroing animals to their farm scene.
Two students are sitting at the table and they are matching pet home cards to pet pictures.
One student is sitting at a table where the student isrolling a dice and velcroing animals to their farm scene.
Eight students are sitting on a shape on the carpet. The students are listening to their teacher read a story about getting a pet.
Two students are sitting at a table where they are rolling a dice and velcroing animals to their farm scene.
One student is sitting at the table and they are matching pet home cards to pet pictures.
Three students are sitting on a shape on the carpet. The students are listening to their teacher read a story about getting a pet.
Two students are sitting at a table where they are rolling a dice and velcroing animals to their farm scene.
Two students are sitting on a shape on the carpet. The students are listening to their teacher read a story about getting a pet.
Two students are sitting at the table and they are matching pet home cards to pet pictures.