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]
Articles by DeAnn Hamblin
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]
Employment Opportunity at Southeast Middle School (Position Filled)
CHEROKEE – We are looking for an instructional paraeducator for the Southeast Middle School through the SEK Interlocal #637. You can work school hours, which means ... [Read More]
Middle School PTO Bingo Bash! – October 25
CHEROKEE – The annual Middle School PTO Bingo Bash will be held October 25th at 7:00 pm. We hope to see you ... [Read More]
No School for Southeast – Oct 16th and 17th
As a reminder, there will be no school October 16th and 17th for all USD 247 Southeast students, due to teacher in-service (16th) and teacher comp day (17th). Have a ... [Read More]
Trunk-or-Treatment at Meadowbrook Mall – Oct 25
PITTSBURG – The Crawford County Mental Health Center presents this FREE event focused on putting the community in touch with local health and wellness resources available ... [Read More]
USD 247 Accepting Applications for Custodian (Position Filled)
USD 247 has an immediate opening for a custodian at Southeast High School. This is a full time position with benefits. Experience is preferred but we will train the right ... [Read More]
Southeast Elementary School Photos Are Available Online
Southeast Elementary School (SES) pictures (PreK – 2nd) are now available to view online. Emails were sent to parents/guardians on 10/3/25. If you did not receive the ... [Read More]
No School for Southeast – September 26
As a reminder, teachers have staff development tomorrow (Friday, September 26), so students will not have school that day. Have a wonderful and safe ... [Read More]
USD 247 Southeast Receives Grants from Pritchett Trust!
On September 4, 2025, Southeast District 247 was awarded two Pritchett Trust grants totaling $18,516. Nick Hansen, Southeast Middle School Principal, attended the grant ... [Read More]
USD 247 Receives Patterson Family Foundation Grant!
CHEROKEE – During this past summer, Dr. Brad Miner and SHS VoAg teacher, Mike Lawson, wrote a grant and submitted it to the Patterson Family Foundation. We learned this ... [Read More]
Dental Screening for USD 247 Students – Oct 8
SEK CHC will be hosting a dental screening clinic for all USD 247 students on Wednesday October 8, 2025. The services provided will include a free screening with ... [Read More]
USD #247 Decision to Play 8-Man Football
Dear Southeast Families, Alumni, and Supporters: We want to be transparent about the decision of USD #247 to transition Southeast High School from 11-man to 8-man football ... [Read More]
Flu Shot Clinic for Students – Oct 6th
Community Health Center of Southeast Kansas is hosting a flu shot clinic at your child’s school this year! Our hope is that this will cut down the amount of flu related ... [Read More]
Employment Opportunity: Middle School Secretary/Administrative Assistant (Position Filled)
CHEROKEE – Southeast USD 247 has an opening for a Middle School Secretary/Administrative Assistant. A minimum of a high school diploma is required. Prior experience as a ... [Read More]
Coaching Opportunity at Southeast Middle School (Position Filled)
CHEROKEE – USD 247 Southeast has the following supplemental position available for the 2025-2026 school year: Head Boys Middle School Basketball Coach If you are interested ... [Read More]
Meet Our New Southeast Staff!
WEIR and CHEROKEE – Please give a warm welcome to our new staff! We are excited to have them join the Southeast USD 247 Family for the 2025-2026 school year! Laekyn ... [Read More]
USD 247 Southeast Lancers 