Cumberland County Public Schools

📣 Cumberland High School Names New Assistant Principal 📣 Cumberland County Public Schools is excited to announce Mr. Nathan King as the new Assistant Principal of Cumberland High School for the upcoming school year. Mr. King brings a background in education and communications. He holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Broadcast Journalism/Electronic Media from Appalachian State University and a Master of Education degree in Administration and Supervision from Virginia State University. He holds a Virginia teaching license with endorsements in English 6–12 and Administration and Supervision PreK–12. Mr. King most recently served as a teacher at New HOPE Academy and currently works as the Co-Administrator of the New Direction Night School and Intersession Coordinator for Hopewell City Public Schools. He previously taught photojournalism and advised the yearbook at Bluestone High School for three years and served as the sports editor for The Farmville Herald for fourteen years. **"I am absolutely thrilled and deeply honored to join this incredible community as the assistant principal at Cumberland High School! Cumberland has always stood out as a school division that constantly pushes boundaries and unlocks the extraordinary potential within every student and educator. In my 'return' to Cumberland, I am genuinely excited to work alongside Dr. Wheeler and our amazing faculty, working hand-in-hand with our dynamic students and this passionate community. Together, we're going to take Duke Pride to new heights, creating an environment where excellence isn't just expected—it's celebrated."** — Mr. Nathan King Dr. Wheeler, incoming principal of CHS, shared: “We are thrilled to have Mr. King join our team. With his experience and background, he will be a great addition to the CuCPS family. Looking forward to a great year.” Incoming Superintendent Ms. Shores and outgoing Superintendent Dr. Chip Jones both expressed their excitement about the future of CHS and CuCPS, confident that the leadership team will continue building a strong foundation of excellence and opportunity. Please join us in welcoming Mr. King to the Duke family!

🏈💪 No Off-Season for Our Dukes! 💪🏈 Even though the school year is over, our Dukes athletes are putting in the work and getting ready for the upcoming season! Off-season conditioning is underway: 📅 Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays: 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM 📅 Saturdays: 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM 📍 First day of tryouts/practice is July 31—mark your calendar! For more info, contact our AD, Mr. Mosby, or Coach Fleenor. 🔥 Our athletes are already gaining experience—they recently attended the Virginia Tech Football Camp to sharpen their skills!

🎓 Attention CHS Rising Seniors--Class of 2026! 🎓 Mark your calendars—Senior Portraits are happening on Wednesday, July 10th! 📸 This is your moment—don’t miss the chance to capture it! Check out the flyer for all the details. #WeAreCuCPS

We definitely see our future medical professionals in action! 🩺🧠 Our Dukes rock—and they’re making the most of summer learning fun! 💙💛 #WeAreCuCPS

Shoutout to our amazing custodial team for getting everything ready and making it shine! 🌟 From classrooms to hallways, their hard work doesn’t go unnoticed. Our schools sparkle because of you—our team rocks! 💪🧹🧼#WeAreCuCPS

Ten CHS FFA members attended the 99th VA FFA Convention at Virginia Tech—competing in CDEs, earning Gold & Silver chapter honors, and celebrating a State Degree recipient. A proud moment for CuCPS! Congrats to all! #WeAreCuCPS

Please help us congratulate William Fleenor for earning the prestigious Virginia FFA State Degree at the 99th Annual Virginia FFA State Convention! This is the highest honor a member can receive from the Virginia FFA Association, recognizing leadership, service, dedication, and hard work in agriculture. We’re proud of all that William has accomplished—on the farm, in the classroom, and on the field. Way to go, William! #WeAreCuCPs

Happy Father’s Day from CuCPS! Thank you to all the dads, granddads, and father figures who support, guide, and inspire our students every day. We appreciate you and celebrate the difference you make. #WeAreCuCPS

🚨 Exciting Leadership News from Cumberland Middle School! 🚨 Cumberland County Public Schools is proud to announce Mr. Michael Hill as the new Assistant Principal of CMS! 🎉 With over 30 years of experience in education, Mr. Hill has served students in grades 5–12 across all core content areas. His career includes teaching in traditional classrooms, co-teaching environments, gifted education, and the International Baccalaureate program. He’s also spent four years in school administration, focusing on instructional leadership and positive school culture. Mr. Hill has already been making a difference at CMS as a math teacher, and now he’s stepping into this new leadership role to continue supporting students, staff, and families. 💬 “I am truly honored to continue serving the Cumberland community in this new role,” says Mr. Hill. “I’m committed to working with our amazing staff to create a safe, inclusive, and inspiring learning environment for every student.” Incoming Principal Jason Mawyer shared, “Michael Hill is exactly the type of leader we need—thoughtful, experienced, and deeply committed to doing what’s best for students.” Incoming Superintendent Missy Shores added, “We are building a strong team at CMS. Mr. Hill’s appointment reflects our commitment to student-first leadership across the division.” We are excited for what the future holds under this dynamic new leadership team! 💙💛 #WeAreCuCPS

Now is the time to join something special… 💙💛 We’re building excellence at every level—and we’re looking for passionate, dedicated individuals to join the CuCPS Dukes family! Whether you're an educator, leader, support staff, or ready to make a difference behind the wheel in transportation, there’s a place for you here where hearts lead and futures grow. Be part of a division where relationships matter, innovation is encouraged, and students always come first. Come grow with us. Come lead with us. Come drive with us. Come be a Duke. Visit our website or contact us today to learn more about current opportunities! https://www.cucps.k12.va.us/page/human-resources-1

The future of Dukes Athletics is already on the move! 🏃‍♀️💨 Cumberland Elementary School’s own Sadie F. took home GOLD in the girls’ 9–10 age group division of the 1500-meter race/walk on Sunday, June 8th at Christopher Newport University! 🥇 With a #3 national ranking, Sadie is headed to the USATF Region 3 Junior Olympic Track & Field Championships in Fayetteville, NC (June 26–29) to compete among the best. Let’s give a big congratulations to Sadie for her incredible accomplishment—we’re so proud of you! 💙💛#WeAreCuCPS

Both our baseball and softball teams battled hard in post-season play, each falling just short in heartbreaking games. We are proud of their determination and effort! A huge thank you to our coaches, players, and families for their dedication throughout the season. Special congratulations to Kelly Womack (Pitcher) and Sydney Winslow (Catcher) for being selected 2nd Team All-Region Softball—a well-deserved honor! #WeAreCuCPS ⚾🥎💙💛

Cumberland High School Names Dr. Elif Kalemdaroglu-Wheeler as Principal Cumberland County Public Schools is pleased to announce that Dr. Elif Kalemdaroglu-Wheeler has been selected as the next principal of Cumberland High School, effective July 1, 2025. Dr. Wheeler has served as Assistant Principal at CHS since September 2024 and brings over 25 years of experience in education to her new role. Dr. Wheeler holds a Bachelor’s degree in Liberal Arts with concentrations in Political Science and Economics and a Minor in Business. She earned both her B.A. and M.A. in Leadership in Education from the University of Notre Dame of Maryland. She also received a Post-Master’s Certification in Educational Leadership and Administration from George Washington University and holds a Doctorate in Educational Leadership with a specialization in Curriculum and Instruction from the University of Phoenix. She is currently pursuing a Master’s of Jurisprudence in Education Law and Special Education Advocacy from St. Mary’s University School of Law. Throughout her career, Dr. Wheeler has served as a teacher of Special Education, Social Studies, and Science at both the middle and high school levels and has held numerous leadership positions, including Department Chair, Behavior Intervention Coordinator, Dean of Students, Athletic Director, Instructional Coach, Head of Academy, and Director of Virtual Curriculum and Instruction. She is also a Fellow in Residence with both the Center for Leadership Studies and Organizational Research and the Center for Educational and Instructional Technology Research at the University of Phoenix. “It is an honor to take on this new role and continue working with incredibly talented individuals while witnessing the progress of our students,” said Dr. Wheeler. “I am deeply honored to be a part of the Duke community, and I eagerly anticipate the continued growth and strength of our partnership.” Incoming Superintendent and current CHS Principal Ms Missy Shores stated, “Dr. Wheeler is a thoughtful and experienced instructional leader who has already contributed so much to our school. I am excited to see her step into this role and continue to lead CHS with a student-centered vision. Securing our administrative team is a top priority, and I am confident this transition will support continued success at the high school.” Outgoing Superintendent Dr. Chip Jones added, “I am thrilled to see Ms. Shores building a strong leadership team as she prepares to take the reins of the division. Having Dr. Wheeler in place at CHS will ensure continuity and stability. Her experience and familiarity with our school community make her the ideal choice to lead the Dukes forward.” Please join us in congratulating Dr. Wheeler on this well-deserved opportunity to lead Cumberland High School.

Congrats to our boys and girls track teams for a strong showing at the VHSL 2025 State Track & Field Championships at JMU! 💪💙 Girls Team – 16th place (14 pts) Boys Team – 27th place (2 pts) All-State Finishers: Lucy Stone – 5th (Pole Vault) Ma’kiya Hawkins – 6th (Pole Vault) Makayla Eppes – 7th (100m) Jayla Augustin – 8th (Shot Put) 4x100 Relay – 5th (Boatwright, Hawkins, Minter, Eppes) Kameron Brown – 7th (Triple Jump) Thanks to our coaches, families, and community for your support! Go Dukes! #WeAreCuCPS #StateTrack

Shoutout to Peyton for representing the CuCPS Dukes at HOBY this past weekend at NC State! What a great opportunity to grow as a leader! 💪💙 #WeAreCuCPS #HOBY

Yaliyah earned a Positive Duke Shoutout for being determined with her academics and a super kind friend! Way to go Yaliyah! 💛💙 #ccesdukes #WeAreCucps

Azalia earned a Positive Duke Shoutout for being determined and engaged with her writing and using her transition words! Way to go Azalia! 💙💛 #ccesdukes #WeAreCucps

Camden earned TWO Positive Duke Shoutouts! One from his bus driver for following bus rules every day! And one from his teacher for showing so much growth and being kind! Way to go Camden! 💙💛 #ccesdukes #WeAreCucps

Hunter earned a Positive Duke Shoutout for showing random acts of kindness throughout the school year like sharing his cupcake with the teacher! Way to go Hunter! 💙💛 #ccesdukes #WeAreCucps

Mason earned a Positive Duke Shoutout for consistently meeting all of the school wide expectations! Thanks for being a model Duke Mason! 💙💛 #ccesdukes #WeAreCucps