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A Special Message from Superintendent Cain

Here's a short message from Superintendent Dr. John-Mark Cain about Mississippi's higher accountability standards and the Lauderdale County School District's commitment to continued growth.

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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

School Board Meeting

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

A special message from Superintendent Cain Graphic

A Special Message from Superintendent Cain

Here's a short message from Superintendent Dr. John-Mark Cain about Mississippi's higher accountability standards and the Lauderdale County School District's commitment to continued growth.
Report Card Reminder

Report Card/Registration Reminder

Make sure to save your child's report card. You'll need the registration code printed on it to complete registration for the 2026–2027 school year.
Credit Unions Military Card Campaign LCSD Presenation Day

Honoring Military Heroes: LCSD Joins Local Credit Unions’ Card Campaign

We had the privilege of teaming up with local credit unions to support members of the military. Students from Clarkdale, Northeast, and Southeast Elementary Schools, along with students from Northeast and Southeast Middle Schools, honored service members by creating handmade cards as part of the group’s Military Card Campaign. More details about this valuable effort are offered in the attached video.
Students Last Day Notice

Last Day for Students Reminder

As we wrap up another wonderful school year, the last day for LCSD students will be Thursday, May 28. Early dismissal will take place at 11:30 a.m. We hope our students and families enjoy a safe, relaxing, and joy-filled summer break!
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SEMS Earns Miss. Whole Arts School Distinction!

Congratulations to Southeast Middle School for reaching a new milestone in creativity and innovation after being named a Mississippi Whole Arts School by the Mississippi Department of Education. This exciting recognition will help strengthen arts integration across the campus. Click on the attached link to learn more about the honor. #LCSDExcellence #MaketheCase
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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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