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]
District
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]
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]
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]
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]
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]
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]
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]
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]
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]
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 