Southeast Middle School Awarded Grant
CHEROKEE – Southeast Middle School was awarded a Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE) grant providing benches for the playground. These funds, along ... [Read More]
Articles by DeAnn Hamblin
USD 247 Board Invites Community to Special Meeting
The USD 247 Board of Education is exploring potential changes to grade-level configurations across the district. One option under consideration would: Close the PreK–2 ... [Read More]
Southeast PreK and Kindergarten Round-up: April 2
It’s that time of year! The PreK and Kindergarten Round-up will be held April 2, 2026. This will be for the 2026-2027 school year. Please select the link below ... [Read More]
USD 247 School Board Work Session Scheduled – Mar 25
CHEROKEE — The USD 247 Board of Education has scheduled a work session for Wednesday, March 25, 2026, at 6:00 p.m. at the Southeast Middle School to tour the building ... [Read More]
Southeast Has Comp Day March 13, Spring Break March 16 – 20
As a reminder, USD 247 Southeast will not have school on Friday, March 13, as a comp day for parent/teacher conferences held this week. In addition, there will be no ... [Read More]
USD 247 School Board Work Session Scheduled – Mar 2
CHEROKEE – A school board work session was held the evening of February 16 to review options for the Main Building at Weir following its closure and to discuss ... [Read More]
No School for Southeast Feb 13th and 16th
As a reminder, there will be no school Friday, February 13th, for teacher in-service, and no school Monday, February 19th, in observance of Presidents Day. Have a ... [Read More]
USD 247 School Board Work Session Scheduled – Feb 16
CHEROKEE — The USD 247 Board of Education has scheduled a work session for Monday, February 16, 2026, at 6:00 p.m. at the Board Office. As a follow-up to the recent closure ... [Read More]
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]
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 ... [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]
