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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

Presidents' Day (No School)

Time: 4 PM – 5 PM
Location: All LCSD schools and offices will be closed in observance of Presidents' Day.

School Board Meeting

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

Spring Break

Location: All campuses will be closed March 9-13 for Spring Break.
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News & Announcements

Southeast Middle School Read Aloud Club

SEMS Read Aloud Club

Southeast Middle School is turning pages and sparking imaginations with its brand new Read Aloud Club! The response has been phenomenal, as students gather to discover new genres, and experience the joy of reading together. Here's how they're bringing stories to life.
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SEMS Blind Date with a Book Challenge

A unique initiative at Southeast Middle School is helping students fall in love with reading on all levels! Leading up to Valentine's Day, a "Blind Date with a Book" challenge is being held. Click on the attached link to see why it's already a hit.
Southeast Middle School Counselor Syndey Ethridge Coloring Page

SEMS National School Counseling Week Celebrations!

It’s National School Counseling Week, and Counselor Ethridge at Southeast Middle School is being celebrated in meaningful ways! From activities that encourage students to share their voices, positivity, and encouragement to opportunities to win prizes, it’s a joy for all. Click on the attached link to learn more about the activities. #LCSDExcellence
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SEMS Reality Fair & CTE Center Tour

The future is unfolding now for 8th graders at Southeast Middle School. They got a real-world glimpse of what’s ahead, and were among the first to attend the inaugural event at the brand-new LCSD Career & Technical Education Center. In the attached video, you’ll learn about the life lessons gained during the fair, along with new opportunities that will be available to students across the district. #LCSDExcellence #FutureFocused #MakeTheCase
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Science Comes Alive at SEMS!

Southeast Middle School welcomed quite an interesting guest! 🐊 Students got a hands-on lesson in the nutrient cycle, thanks to a Museum of Natural Science educator from Jackson and a baby alligator! Lessons like this help our students love learning. Click on the attached link to learn more about this special lesson. #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.
 

Lauderdale County School District

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