Welcome to Cumberland Academy K-5, home of the Phoenix!

It is my honor and privilege to serve as the proud principal of a school where innovation, relationships, and academic excellence come together to create extraordinary opportunities for students. Whether you are joining our school family for the first time or returning for another year, I am excited to welcome you to a community where every student is known, valued, challenged, and inspired to reach their fullest potential.

At Cumberland Academy, we believe that learning should be flexible without compromising excellence. As Cumberland County Schools' virtual choice, we are committed to providing a rigorous, engaging, and supportive educational experience that empowers students to succeed academically while developing the confidence, independence, and character needed for success beyond the classroom.

Our dedicated teachers and staff work tirelessly to create meaningful learning experiences that inspire curiosity, encourage critical thinking, and foster strong partnerships with families. Although we learn in a virtual environment, our commitment to building a connected school community is stronger than ever. We know that when schools and families work together, students flourish.

Our school mascot, the Phoenix, represents resilience, courage, perseverance, and the power of new beginnings. Every day presents a new opportunity to grow, overcome challenges, and become the very best version of ourselves. We celebrate effort as much as achievement because we believe greatness is built through determination, consistency, and heart.

At Cumberland Academy, we are guided by one simple belief:

Rise, Phoenix, Rise.

These three words are more than a motto—they are a call to action. They remind us to rise above obstacles, rise to every challenge, rise in character, and rise in achievement. They represent our commitment to continuous growth and our belief that every student has unlimited potential waiting to be discovered.

Thank you for entrusting us with your child's education. It is a responsibility we embrace with great pride and purpose. Together, we will cultivate a learning community where students feel supported, challenged, and empowered to achieve their dreams.

I invite you to partner with us throughout the year as we celebrate successes, navigate challenges, and continue building a school community where every student can soar.

Rise, Phoenix, Rise!

In Education and Service,

Estella F. Johnson, M.Ed

Principal 

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