Cumberland Newsletter
November 2, 2026
Contact Information
Website: https://cumberland.d62.org/
Location: 700 East Golf Road, Des Plaines, IL, USA
Phone: (847) 824-1451
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/people/Cumberland-Elementary-School/100063767451465/
Twitter: @62schools
Upcoming Events
11/3 - No School for Students, Teacher Institute Day. Cumberland PTO Meeting from 7pm - 8pm. (meeting will be virtual, more information to come).
11/5 - Cumberland PTO Dine & Share at Raising Canes from 4pm - 10pm.
11/14 - Cumberland PTO Hot Chocolate Family Run, Walk, Roll, or Stroll from 10am - 11:30am
11/16 - D62 Board of Education Meeting at Forest Admin Conference Room starting at 7pm.
11/23 - 11/27. No School for students. Students return on November 30th.
12/4 - Trimester 1 Report Cards will be available on the Parent Portal in Infinite Campus at 4pm. City of Des Plaines Holiday Tree Lighting from 4pm - 6pm.
Report Cards Available on December 4
- Report Cards Available on December 4
- More information can be found here.
Cumberland Family Pumpkin Contest Results
- Thank you to all the families and students that participated in the contest this year.
- All the entries were so creative.
Halloween Costume Donations After Halloween
- We are collecting gently used costumes to be saved and enjoyed by students next year. If your family has costumes your child has outgrown or no longer wears, please consider donating them.
- Donations can be dropped off at the front office or given to the classroom teacher during the week of November 2 - 6.
- This is a great way to give costumes a second life and help other families in our community enjoy Halloween fun.
Important Information about Student Attendance
Please view the following examples between Excused and Unexcused Absences for students.
- Excused Examples:
- Sick
- Doctor's Appointment
- Religious Holiday
- Death in the immediate family
- Attendance at a Civic Event
- Mental Health Day
- Unexcused Examples:
- Vacation
- Athletic Tournaments and Competitions
- School refusal
Dressing for the Cold Weather
- With the Winter Weather approaching, please be sure to send your student(s) with appropriate clothing for the chilly weather. Students will be outside for morning arrival and recess when possible.
- Please try and label student jackets on the inside with their names to help with the Lost & Found.
Cumberland Picture Re-Take Day - November 18
Cumberland Fall Picture Re-Take Day is on Wednesday, November 18th.
We recommend families order and pay online at HR Imaging.
November Programs at the Des Plaines Public Library
- Click here for information on youth programs through the Des Plaines Public Library.
- Click here for information on teen programs through the Des Plaines Public Library.
D62 Winter Weather Procedures
- Please click here for information on the D62 Winter Weather Procedures.
Message from the Health Office
The cold and flu season is upon us. Please remember if your student is not feeling well to keep them home until they are feeling better.
Influenza can be severe, and it's important to protect yourself and others. If your child is sick, please keep them at home.
If you're not sure if your child has the flu, or something else, ask these questions: Is there a fever? Are there other symptoms such as a cough, sore throat, body aches, headache, chills, diarrhea or vomiting? If the answer is YES to either, your child should stay home.
Ways to protect yourself and your family are to ensure everyone has a flu shot, wash hands thoroughly, drink plenty of fluids, get plenty of rest and stay home when ill.
When to Keep Your Student Home From School:
Fever- Does your child have a fever over 100 degrees F. orally? Temperature should remain normal (98.6 degrees) for 24 hours without any fever reducing medication (acetaminophen, ibuprofen) before returning to school
Sore throat- Is it accompanied by fever, headache, stomachache or swollen glands?
Vomiting- Has your child vomited two or more times in a 24 hour period?
Diarrhea- Has there been more than one occurrence in a 24 hour period?
Eyes- Are your child’s eyes crusty, bright red and/or discharging yellow or green fluid?
Nasal discharge (yellow or greenish)- Is there colorful nasal mucus that is accompanied by a fever or other symptoms of an upper respiratory infection?
Cough- Does your child have a persistent, productive cough?
Appearance/ Behavior- Is your child unusually tired, pale, have a lack of appetite, difficult to awaken, or confused?
If you answered YES to any of these questions, please keep your child home from school and consider seeking medical attention.
If you have any questions, please reach out to the Cumberland Health Office. (847-824-1462)
Be well and stay healthy,
Andrea Perrone and Melissa Matulewicz
Cumberland Health Office 847-824-1462
Cumberland Student Science Fair (optional)
As students begin working on their Science Fair projects, we are excited to provide families with optional poster board templates to help organize and present their students’ work.
There are two different templates available based on grade level:
Please select the template that corresponds with your child’s grade level. Families are welcome to print and use these templates to help create their child’s Science Fair display.
If your family needs a template printed for you, please feel free to reach out to Mrs. Greco (grecoc@d62.org) or Mrs. Fergus (ferguse@d62.org), and we would be happy to help.
For additional information about the Science Fair, including directions and examples for using the templates, please visit our Science Fair Google Slides presentation Link.
Thank you for supporting our students as they explore, ask questions, and engage in the scientific process!
Absence Requests in Infinite Campus
Parents and guardians can use the Absence Request tool to submit a request that informs the office in advance when their student is not going to be in school. After the request is processed, Campus creates an attendance record for the student. Phone calls will still be accepted.
Cumberland Parent-Teacher Organization (PTO)
The Cumberland PTO supports students and teachers throughout each year through hosting community events, fundraising, and providing many opportunities for community members to volunteer. Please join us for the bi-monthly PTO Meeting on Tuesday, November 3rd at 7pm. The meeting will be held virtually.
- Next PTO meeting is on Tuesday, November 3rd at 7:00 p.m. via Google Meets
Visit the PTO website for all of this information and to volunteer!
All are welcome! If you have any questions for the Cumberland PTO please email hello@pto.cumberland.org
Be sure to check out the PTO website here.
Cumberland Monthly PBIS Focus - November
Positive behavioral interventions and supports (PBIS) is an approach schools use to promote school safety and good behavior. This month students are learning about: using good manners. During social emotional learning time, they will work through class discussions, listen to read alouds from staff, and engage in other activities with their class centered around the monthly focus.
One way you can support this monthly focus at home is to have conversations with your child(ren) about our monthly themes.
Thank you for your continued partnership in education.
Free & Reduced Lunch
- Free and Reduced Meal applications are available on the Infinite Campus Parent Portal in English and Spanish. District 62 has also provided pre application instructions on the district website in English, Spanish, Polish, and Russian and can be accessed by clicking here.
- If you are interested in applying for free and reduced meals, please do so in the Infinite Campus Parent Portal. If you have any additional questions, please contact your school’s main office.
Job Opportunities with Right at School
- Click here for more information on job opportunities with Right at School.
Right at School Program for 26-27 Year
- Click here for more information on the Right at School Program held at Cumberland School in the morning and after school.
Adding Funds to Lunch Accounts in Infinite Campus
- Log into your Infinite Campus Account.
- Click the blue "Pay" button
- Enter the amount of funds to add
- Click "My Cart" to finish the payment
- Enter payment information and email
- Payment complete - view your receipt
26-27 School Year Calendar
- Click here to view the 10 month School Calendar for D62 schools.
- Visit the D62 website to see more information.