The safety and well-being of our students, staff, and visitors remains our highest priority at Cumberland County Public Schools. In an ongoing effort to strengthen school security, Cumberland County Middle and High School will begin implementing the OpenGate Weapons Detection System at the main entryways of both schools and selected athletic events and games effective the week of March 23, 2026.
The OpenGate system is a modern, contactless weapons detection platform designed to enhance safety while allowing individuals to move quickly and efficiently through entry points. Unlike traditional metal detectors, OpenGate uses advanced sensor technology and artificial intelligence to distinguish between common personal items—such as phones and keys—and potential weapons. This allows for faster screening with minimal disruption to the start of the school day or entry into events, while maintaining a high standard of security. A short video describing system and screening process can be found at the following link: https://youtu.be/bgT9ffeHAPI
All students and visitors will walk through the detection lanes upon entering the building or attending games. In the event the system identifies a potential concern, trained personnel will conduct a brief secondary screening. We ask that families allow a few extra minutes for arrival during the initial implementation period as everyone becomes familiar with the new process.
We appreciate your partnership and support as we continue to take proactive steps to ensure a safe and secure learning environment for all students. If you have questions, please contact your child’s school office.
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The OpenGate system is a modern, contactless weapons detection platform designed to enhance safety while allowing individuals to move quickly and efficiently through entry points. Unlike traditional metal detectors, OpenGate uses advanced sensor technology and artificial intelligence to distinguish between common personal items—such as phones and keys—and potential weapons. This allows for faster screening with minimal disruption to the start of the school day or entry into events, while maintaining a high standard of security. A short video describing system and screening process can be found at the following link: https://youtu.be/bgT9ffeHAPI
All students and visitors will walk through the detection lanes upon entering the building or attending games. In the event the system identifies a potential concern, trained personnel will conduct a brief secondary screening. We ask that families allow a few extra minutes for arrival during the initial implementation period as everyone becomes familiar with the new process.
We appreciate your partnership and support as we continue to take proactive steps to ensure a safe and secure learning environment for all students. If you have questions, please contact your child’s school office.
(Letter attached)
Bus#23 will be a late morning bus on Tuesday, March 10,2026. The bus will.leave campus at 7:20.
Sorry for the late notice. Bus # 24 will be a late bus this afternoon Monday, March 9,2026. The bus will leave campus at 4:15.
Bus 12 and bus # 13 will be late buses this afternoon Monday, March 9,2026. The buses will leave campus at 4:10.
CHS football workouts begin Monday, March 9.
Bus #30 and bus #24 will be late morning buses on Monday, March 9,2026. The buses will.leave campus at 7:20.
Cumberland County Public School's band program is hitting all the right notes. Both the Cumberland Middle School Wind Ensemble and the Middle School/High School Symphonic Band took stage at Tomahawk Creek Middle School and came away with unanimous superior ratings. Every judge awarded both ensembles the highest rating in the state awards band programs. We are beyond proud of these students and want to give a shout out to Mr. Cosley and Mrs. Kinney as well for their dedication to this program.
Bus # 3 and bus # 24 will be late buses this afternoon on Friday, March 6,2026. The buses will leave campus at 4:10.
Bus #12 will be a late morning bus on Friday, March 6,2026. The bus will leave campus at 7:20.
Bus # 2, bus # 3, bus # 24 and bus # 30 will be late buses this afternoon Thursday, March 5,2026. Bus # 3 and bus # 30 will leave campus at 4:10. Bus # 2 and bus # 24 will leave campus at 4:15.
Blood Drive Today- LPJ- 9am - 2pm
Bus # 12 will be a late bus in the morning on Thursday, March 5,2026. The bus will leave campus at 7:20.
Bus # 3 , bus # 24 and bus # 30 will be late buses this afternoon Wednesday, March 4,2025. Bus # 3 and bus # 30 will leave campus at 4:10. Bus # 24 will leave campus at 4:15.
Bus # 12 will be a late morning bus on Wednesday, March 4,2026. The bus will leave campus at 7:20.
Bus # 24 will be a late bus this afternoon Tuesday, March 3,2026. The bus will leave campus at 4:15.
Commonwealth Listening Tour: March 12, 2026, 6:00 pm -7:30 pm, at CHS
Bus #24 will ne a late morning bus on Tuesday, March 3,2026. The bus will.leave campus at 7:20.
Good Afternoon -- All after school activities are canceled for today, March 2, 2026. Thank you for your understanding.
Bus # 2 , bus # 3 and bus #24 will be late buses this afternoon Monday, March 2,2026. The late buses will leave campus at 4:10.
Bus #15 will be a late morning bus on Monday, March 2,2026. The bus will.leave campus at 7:20.