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]
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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]
Employment Opportunities at USD 247 (Positions Filled)
CHEROKEE – Southeast USD 247 has the following classified openings for the 2025-2026 school year: Groundskeeper/MaintenanceMechanicTreasurer/ReceptionistSchool Nurse ... [Read More]
Don’t Forget to Vote!
A primary election for Position 5 of the USD 247 Board of Education will be held on Tuesday, August 5. Only registered voters residing in Position 5 are eligible to vote in ... [Read More]
USD 247 Southeast 2025-2026 Enrollment
USD 247 will have enrollment for all grade levels at Southeast High School on Tuesday, August 5 from 7:00 am – 7:00 pm (one day only). Please enter ... [Read More]
Free Breakfast and Lunch for USD 247 Enrolled Students for 2025-2026 School Year
CHEROKEE – Great news! As part of Community Eligibility Provision (CEP), USD 247 will be able to provide breakfast and lunch to all students enrolled in USD 247 through ... [Read More]
Stay Connected to USD 247
CHEROKEE and WEIR – Parents of USD 247 students who are not receiving text messages from the school, but would like to, need to opt into receiving messages by texting ... [Read More]
Southeast Employee Recognition for 2024-2025
CHEROKEE – On May 14, 2025, numerous USD 247 Southeast staff members, special guests, and guests of retirees enjoyed a wonderful meal, including some delicious cookies and ... [Read More]
Fish Fry at First Baptist Church of Cherokee – June 11
CHEROKEE – The First Baptist Church of Cherokee (FBCC) will have their annual fish fry fundraiser to support Upward Basketball and Impact Archery on June 11, starting ... [Read More]
School’s Out for Sunflower Summer!
The Sunflower Summer program from Kansas Tourism offers Kansas families FREE admission to over 220 attractions (zoos, museums, parks, etc.). The 2025 Sunflower Summer user ... [Read More]
USD 247 Southeast Lancers 