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Welcome to Southeast Middle School

We are dedicated to meeting the needs of every student we serve, preparing them to become productive and contributing members of our community. We believe that every child should discover a passion—whether in academics, athletics, or the arts—that inspires them to come to school each day. This passion fuels their motivation and increases their opportunity for success.
 
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At A Glance

  • A District's Grade Rating
  • 97.3% Graduation Rate
  • $5 Million in Scholarships Awarded
  • 57 National Board Certified Teachers
  • 74.6% Post-Secondary Enrollment
  • 18.2 Average Composite LCSD ACT score
  • 82.9% Experienced Teachers
  • 50.9% Bachelor Degree Recipients
  • 44.9% Master Degree Recipients
  • 99.2% Pass Rate for Dual Credit Enrollment
  • 97.4% LCSD Pass Rate for Third Grade Reading Assessment
  • 68.1% score Silver & Higher on ACT WorkKeys

Events

School Board Meeting

Time: 5 PM – 6 PM
Location: LCSD Central Services Office 301 46th Court Meridian, MS
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News & Announcements

LCSD Spelling Bee Six Finalists Who Will Advance to the Lauderdale County Spelling Bee

LCSD Spelling Bee

Congratulations to the six outstanding students from across the district who have earned the honor of advancing to the Lauderdale County Spelling Bee. Their hard work and academic excellence have set them apart, and in January they will proudly represent LCSD. Click on the attached link to hear from each finalist.
Attendance Matters Good News Details

LCSD Attendance Matters: Great News!

Our students are continuing to show up and show out… in a good way! 😊 We started the year with a 95% attendance rate districtwide. Even more impressive is that additional schools have now reached that same amazing goal over the last two months!
LCSD Workforce Readiness

LCSD Workforce Readiness: Building Tomorrow's Workforce Today

We are committed to preparing students to meet the demands of today's workforce, and that of the future. From expanding career exploration and technology literacy to launching a state-of-the-art Career and Technical Education Center, we are giving every student the skills and opportunities they need to thrive in high-demand fields. Click on the attached link to learn how we are equipping students with the skills, experiences, and opportunities to succeed!
SEMS Teacher Maria Rich Receives Jeffery Wilson State Farm LCSD Teacher of the Month Honor

SEMS Teacher Receives LCSD Teacher of the Month Honor!

The Jeffery Wilson State Farm LCSD Teacher of the Month is from Southeast Middle The honor went to a teacher who’s brand new to our district, and she was completely surprised to be recognized. Here's how the celebration unfolded.
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SEMS School Board Tour

True to this year’s motto, “Small Steps, Big Achievements,” Southeast Middle School continues to shine academically, earning recognition as one of the top ten middle schools in Mississippi! Click on the attached link to learn about the school board's tour of the campus and to see what makes SEMS stand out! #LCSDExcellence
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Who We Are

We are dedicated to helping every student discover their passion—whether in academics, athletics, or the arts—so they are motivated to learn, grow, and succeed as contributing members of our community.
 

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