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Labor Day Closure

All schools and offices will be closed on Monday, September 7, 2026. Regular operations will resume on Tuesday, September 8.

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Southeast Middle School Students in Action
SEMS Whos Who Best All Around Winners 2026
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Students working together at Family Night!

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

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Labor Day Notice

Labor Day Closure

All schools and offices will be closed on Monday, September 7, 2026. Regular operations will resume on Tuesday, September 8.
familynight

SEMS Family Night 2026

This is a come-and-go event that includes food and drinks! You will take home fun games and activities designed to help families unplug from their screens and reconnect with each other. Connect with teachers, educators, community members, career professionals, technology gurus, and other parents to learn how to support your child's growth!
At Southeast Middle School - We are BUILT FOR MORE quality time!
Junior Auxiliary Teacher Mini Grant Applications Now Availalbe Notice

JA Teacher Mini Grant Applications Now Available!

Applications are being accepted from August 31 to September 14 with grants ranging from $250 to $1,000. All Pre-K through 12th grade teachers, counselors, librarians & school nurses are eligible to apply. For Details:
LCSD Child Nutrition Free & Reduced Meals Reminder Graphic

Free and Reduced Meals: Deadline Reminder

⏰ Don't miss this important reminder! Families who received free and reduced-price meal benefits during the 2025–26 school year should take a moment to review the upcoming deadline for renewing their meal benefits. Please watch the short attached video for important details, including how to avoid an interruption in benefits. #LCSDExcellence
Southeast Middle School 8th Graders Tableau English Lesson

SEMS Bringing Learning to Life!

When creativity meets the classroom, learning comes to life! 🎭📚 Mrs. Clement and Mrs. Ivy at Southeast Middle School gave their 8th grade ELA students a chance to learn by doing, using Tableau to turn the concept of tone into a fun, hands-on experience. 👏 #LCSDExcellence #BuiltforWhatsNext
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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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