New Families
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On behalf of our entire staff here at Cumberland Elementary School, we welcome you to our learning community. Our school has many caring staff that will be present and available as you take your first steps here with us.
student handbook
View our student handbook as webpages that can be translated using our tool located in the upper right corner of our website. You can also download a PDF copy that includes English, Spanish and Polish.
kindergarten handbook
View our kindergarten handbook as webpages that can be translated using our tool located in the upper right corner of our website. You can also download a PDF copy that includes English, Spanish and Polish.
New Family Enrollment
Enroll your student(s) now for this school year.
Welcome to Cumberland Elementary School!
Our mission is to cultivate an inclusive, innovative learning environment that inspires students to explore robust academics, advance their potential and to be compassionate lifelong learners.
Attendance
Please remember the following steps when a student is absent:
- Call or email the main office. You may email the teacher directly but please include the main office.
- Main Office Number: (847) 824-1451
- Main Office Email: cumberland@d62.org
- Feel free to leave a voicemail and the main office staff will review them. Please remember the following steps when a student is tardy:
- Bring the student(s) to the Main Office, Door 1
- Parent/Guardian must sign for the student(s) in the vestibule.
Message from the Principal about Attendance
Student Cell Phone Expectations
No cell phones or smart watches during the school day.
It is the practice in D62 schools that students who carry cell phones or bring smart watches to school turn off their devices before entering the building and can turn them back on after the end of the school day. If devices are brought to school, they will be kept in their backpacks during the school day.
School Expectations
To help students be successful in school, we provide clear and consistent expectations for behavior through a system called PBIS (Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports).
This not only allows for success it helps support equitable practices.
The behavior expectations should be followed in all settings throughout the school day. On the bus, in the classroom, at lunch and recess. The expectations keep all students safe and attend to the their learning.
The guiding principles are for students to:
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Be Respectful
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Be Responsible
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Be Safe
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Be A Buddy
School Expectations
Cumberland Cougars
Engage all students in learning that leads to academic growth, achievement, and readiness for high school, college, career, and life.
Attendance
Regular school attendance is essential to a student's success in school. The activities that take place in the classroom are a vital part of the teaching and learning process.
Recess
Students will have a recess time each day and follow the PBIS rules.
Hands to self, No rough-play and No fighting.
- Stay in designated play areas
- Supervisors are there to watch the students
No toys from home, No cell phones and No playing cards.
Please dress for the weather. Students will be outside unless the weather doesn't permit.
Technology
Every student in CCSD62 will get their own iPad to use. iPads should come to school each day fully charged.
Behavior
The district aims to promote an effective learning environment in its schools where students demonstrate respect, self-discipline, and responsible behavior.
Buses and Transportation
You can drive or walk your child to school each day. CCSD62 offers paid bus ridership as well as free bus services for students meet the criteria.
E-Learning Days
In case of bad weather and students and staff can't safely make it to school, the district would elect to use one of its Emergency Days in lieu of an e-learning day. Please note that in addition to inclement winter weather conditions, e-learning days may be called for various other reasons including flooding, cold weather or a burst pipe at one of our schools, for example.
- Teachers will share Zoom links
- Students will join live sessions and do online programs
- If you do not have wifi please talk to your school
Health/Nurse
Melissa Matulewicz
School Nurse
847-824-1462
Andrea Perrone
Health Clerk
847-824-1462
Fax Number: 847-824-0724
Library info
The Des Plaines Library offers many options for students in our school district.
Health/safety
Your student's health and safety is our top priority here at Terrace Elementary school.
• Report a safety concern tip
• Report a harassment, intimidation and bullying tip
• Crisis and prevention information for families
clubs & After School Activities
Cumberland Elementary School offers a variety of after school activities and clubs for students to participate in.