Superintendent’s Communication- 7.31.2026
Dear Students, Staff, and Families: Before the start of the 2026–2027 school year, we are working full steam ahead with preparations to ensure a successful opening. With just over three weeks remaining in summer vacation, I want to take this opportunity to wish you a...
Superintendent’s Communication- 6.18.2026
Superintendent’s Communication- 6.12.2026
Dear Students, Staff, and Families: As we wrap up the final Friday of the 2025–2026 school year, I want to extend my congratulations to our seniors as they prepare to walk across the stage tonight and begin an exciting new chapter in their lives. Whether you are...
Cumberland High School – Graduation Ceremony – Class of 2026
CHS Graduation Live Streaming Link Graduation Ceremonies: Tucker Field at 6:00 PM Gates Open: 5:00 PM Graduate check-in at the wellness center: 4:30 PM Graduates depart from the wellness center: 5:45 PM
Cumberland School Department – Non-Public School Textbook Pickup
*Private school textbook pickup dates: August 14, August 17, August 18, August 19; see times below The location for the pickup of textbooks will be at the rear of the Cumberland High School main building. Please enter the back parking area at the entrance after the...
Superintendent’s Communication- 5.15.2026
Dear Students, Staff, and Families: Great schools are built through the partnership of exceptional educators and strong leadership working together to support students and families. Dedicated teachers inspire learning and connection, while effective leaders...
Cumberland’s 2026 District Teacher of the Year – Amy Godek
It is with great pleasure that we announce Amy Godek as the 2026 District Teacher of the Year. Ms. Godek has been an educator for 25 years, including the last six years teaching in the SMILES classroom at the Cumberland Preschool Center. Principal Rachel Powell...
Superintendent’s Communication- 5.8.2026
Dear Students, Staff, and Families: The final trimester/quarter is upon us. As the school year winds down, it brings a unique mix of excitement, possibility, and reflection, alongside moments of stress and uncertainty. Deadlines approach, transitions draw near, and...
Superintendent’s Communication- 4.17.2026
Spring is finally here. Get out there and enjoy it! Sincerely,Philip D. Thornton, Ed.D.Superintendent of Schools
Superintendent’s Communication-4.10.2026
Dear Students, Staff, and Families: It’s a brief update this week: the long-awaited revised 2025–2026 School Calendar is here! Cumberland has been granted five waived days for weather-related closures, and we still have one remaining in case of an unexpected spring...