Action Taken During Special BOE Meeting
CHEROKEE – During a public hearing, held during a special Board of Education meeting on December 16, 2025, the Board approved a resolution to permanently close the 1916 ... [Read More]
Spirit Shack Gift Cards On Sale Now!
Are you still looking for that hard-to-buy high school Lancer student? Do they always ask for money to spend at the Spirit Shack? You can look no further than a Lancer Latte ... [Read More]
USD 247 Winter Break: Dec 18 – Jan 5
Greetings, Lancer Families! This is the perfect time of year to count our blessings. We have wonderful staff, talented and kind students, a dedicated and generous school ... [Read More]
Trista Shuster Recognized for Service on School Board
CHEROKEE – During a regularly scheduled USD 247 Southeast school board meeting on December 8, 2025, Trista Shuster was recognized and thanked for her 8 years of service ... [Read More]
ATTN: SHS Juniors and Seniors!
Why take this class? February 5th @ Greenbush 8:30 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. Ms. Tredway will take students by school vehicle. ... [Read More]
Senior Ad for Yearbook Due by January 9th, 2026
Dear Parent(s): Looking for a creative way to tell your student, “I love you and I’m proud of you”? Place a recognition ad in the yearbook. In the future, ... [Read More]
USD 247 Board Action Concerning Southeast Elementary School
CHEROKEE – At a special board meeting held on Monday, November 24th, the board approved holding a hearing—required by law—to consider the closure of the 1916 Main ... [Read More]
Southeast Thanksgiving Break, Nov 24 – 28
As a friendly reminder, there will be no school Monday through Friday (November 24 – 28, 2025) for the Thanksgiving Holiday. School will resume on Monday, December 1. We ... [Read More]
USD 247 Survey Results Released Concerning SES Main Building
Recently, USD 247 surveyed students, staff, parents, and community members to gain additional input concerning the main building at the Southeast Elementary School (SES). ... [Read More]
Van Driver Needed for USD 247
CHEROKEE – USD 247 Southeast is in need of a part-time van driver to transport students to and from satellite locations. Must be 21 years of age or older and have a valid ... [Read More]
SHS Cheer Squad to Perform at KSHSAA Game Day Spirit Showcase on 11/22
Event Date: Saturday, November 22, 2025 Location: Stormont Vail Event Center Event Start Time: The Cheer Showcase competition typically begins at 8:30 AM, ... [Read More]
Class of 2026 Candle Lighting Ceremony – December 17th
Southeast High School invites families, friends, and the entire school community to join us for this memorable occasion as we celebrate the achievements of our seniors. The ... [Read More]
SMS Basketball Game Change – Nov 17
The games originally scheduled to be played at home on Monday, November 17th, will now be played at Jayhawk-Linn starting at 5:00 pm. The Boys C team will start at 5:00 pm ... [Read More]
Final Community Conversation: Nov 15, 4:00 PM, Southeast Elementary School
The USD 247 Board of Education and Administration has held three of the four Community Conversations (referencing the post made on October 27, 2025). As a recap, these events ... [Read More]
SHS 2025 Fall Athletic Banquet – 11/11
The 2025 Fall Sports Athletic Banquet is tomorrow, November 11th, at 6p in the High School West (Old) Gym. Dinner will be provided with a purchased ticket. Athletes ... [Read More]
Letterman Jacket Fitting – November 13th
A representative will be at SHS on Wednesday, November 13th, during 1st and 2nd lunch for letterman jacket fittings. Students interested in purchasing a jacket are encouraged ... [Read More]
FBLA Business Competition at MSSU
On Thursday, November 6th, 17 FBLA members kicked off competition season with the first event at MSSU in Joplin. Over 650+ students were in attendance and schools were ... [Read More]
Girard Medical Center of Cherokee Offering Express Care
CHEROKEE – Girard Medical Center of Cherokee is offering Express Care, Monday – Friday, 7:30 am – 12:30 pm. No appointments are needed, and you do not have ... [Read More]
SMS STUCO Food Drive!
CHEROKEE – The Southeast Middle School Student Council is collecting food items for Thanksgiving food baskets. All food baskets will be distributed through local ... [Read More]
Southeast CC Wraps Up Season at State
It’s the race that every high school cross country runner hopes to end their season with – State. On Saturday, Nov. 1, three Southeast High School cross country ... [Read More]
USD 247 Southeast Lancers 