USD 247 Protocol for Inclement Weather
It’s that time of year when inclement weather is upon us. As a reminder, please review our Inclement Weather Protocol, which can be found on the USD 247 website ... [Read More]
Articles by DeAnn Hamblin
We Appreciate Our School Board Members!
What is a school board member? They are everyday citizens, business owners, retirees, laborers, educators, engineers, farmers, parents, and grandparents. They are who we are. ... [Read More]
New School Board Members Take Oath of Office
CHEROKEE – During a regularly scheduled school board meeting on January 19, 2026, two newly elected board members, Ray Huff and Darren Best, were administered the oath ... [Read More]
No School for Southeast – January 19
As a reminder, teachers have staff development on Monday, January 19, so students will not have school that day. Have a wonderful and safe ... [Read More]
Healthy Hints and Guidelines
Due to an increase in sickness in schools here is a “Healthy Hints from the Nurse” tip sheet on when to keep your child home from school and when to send ... [Read More]
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]
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]
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 (Position Filled)
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]
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]
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]
Kansas Reads to Preschoolers – Sponsored by Parents as Teachers
Parents as Teachers is sponsoring three (3) different evenings of “Kansas Reads to Preschoolers” as part of their Group Connection. This program is designed for ... [Read More]
USD 247 to Participate in Match WEEK: Nov 10-14, 2025!
We are thrilled to invite you to be part of something special! This year, the Community Foundation of Southeast Kansas (CFSEK) is expanding its annual event into Match Week, ... [Read More]
USD 247 Southeast to Hold Community Conversations
The USD 247 Board of Education and Administration invites all district stakeholders to attend an upcoming Community Conversation. These events are an opportunity for the ... [Read More]
The Salvation Army Wants to Help This Christmas
The Salvation Army needs help in spreading the word about this year’s Christmas Distribution to Crawford County families who have students in our schools. Please read the ... [Read More]
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