Open Enrollment Information 2026-2027
Kansas law requires schools to adjust their policy and procedures for accepting nonresident/out-of-district students. Students not residing in the district and wishing to ... [Read More]
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Southeast USD 247 Has Employment Opportunities for the 2024-2025 School Year –
Southeast USD 247 has cook, custodial, and paraprofessional openings for the 2024-2025 school year. NOTE: POSITIONS HAVE BEEN FILLED. To apply, click on the Classified ... [Read More]
Southeast Employee Recognition for 2023-2024
CHEROKEE – On May 14, 2024, numerous Southeast staff members and guests of retirees enjoyed a spring atmosphere, upbeat music, and a wonderful meal. After dining, many ... [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.). It kicks off May 25 and goes ... [Read More]
Southeast Summer Meal Program – 2024
WEIR and CHEROKEE – Fuel up for summer fun! Join us for a FREE breakfast and lunch May 20 through June 14, 2024 at the Southeast Elementary School (sit and eat only) OR ... [Read More]
Southeast Recognizes School Lunch Heroes
CHEROKEE and WEIR – “Today is School Lunch Hero Day! This is the day we show appreciation for our Food Service Staff. I have six wonderful ladies that work for me ... [Read More]
Benefit Bean Feed at Black Diamond Lodge in Weir, KS
WEIR, KS – The Masons of the Black Diamond Lodge in Weir, KS are having a Benefit Bean Feed on Saturday, April 20th, from 11am – 2pm for 10-year-old Eva Maxton. ... [Read More]
Southeast USD 247 Has Openings for the 2024-2025 School Year
Southeast USD 247, Cherokee, has immediate openings for the 2024-2025 school year for two (2) Food Service/Cook positions. Candidates must demonstrate a high energy ... [Read More]
Southeast High School Custom Diploma Frames For Sale
Southeast High School Graduates or Soon-To-Be Graduates: We have a limited number of these Custom Lancer Diploma frames for sale. Be proud of your accomplishment and display ... [Read More]
No School for Southeast March 29th and April 1st
As a reminder, there will be no school Friday, March 29th in observance of Good Friday, and no school Monday, April 1st for Easter Monday. Have a wonderful and safe ... [Read More]
Teen Suicide Prevention Webinar – Mar 28
Suicide is the second leading cause of death among youths aged 10–24, with a staggering 52.2% increase in suicide rates from 2000 to 2021. Support from family and peers is ... [Read More]
Four-Day Week Calendar Survey Results Released
Recently, USD 247 surveyed students, staff, and parents/community members to gain additional input concerning a four-day week calendar. The USD 247 Board of Education has ... [Read More]
Parent and Community Input Requested Concerning a Four-Day School Week
Southeast USD 247 is asking parents and community members to complete a short survey to gather feedback regarding a four-day school week. Your input is very important! Please ... [Read More]
Southeast Has Comp Day March 8, Spring Break March 11 – 15
As a reminder, USD 247 Southeast will not have school on Friday, March 8, as a comp day for parent/teacher conferences held this week. In addition, there will be no school ... [Read More]
Board of Education Meeting Rescheduled for Mar 18
Due to scheduling conflicts, the USD 247 Board of Education regular monthly meeting scheduled for Monday, March 11, has been rescheduled to Monday, March 18. The meeting will ... [Read More]
FREE Dinner and Discussion!
CHEROKEE – USD 247 is in the process of gathering input, information, and research on a school calendar with a four-day week. Gathering input from all stakeholders is ... [Read More]
Youth Baseball/Softball/Tball Sign Ups Start this Saturday for Ages 4-15
Sign ups for Baseball/Softball/Tball: Saturday, February 24th 9a-5p @ First Baptist Church of Cherokee, 211 S Vine, Cherokee, KS Final Sign-Ups: Baseball: Saturday, March 9th ... [Read More]
SGSA Hosts FREE Softball Skills Clinic – Mar 23rd
Lancer Families, The Southeast Girls Softball Association (SGSA) will be hosting a FREE Softball Skills Clinic and our second sign up on Saturday March 23, 2024, from ... [Read More]
No School for Southeast Feb 16th and 19th
As a reminder, there will be no school Friday, February 16th for teacher in-service, and no school Monday, February 19th, in observance of Presidents Day. Have a ... [Read More]
Joplin Mercy Mammography Visits Southeast
CHEROKEE – Thank you to the Joplin Mercy Mammography van for coming to Southeast today to provide convenient mammograms for our staff! We do other outreach programs ... [Read More]
USD 247 Southeast Lancers 