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Welcome to Southeast Middle School

We are dedicated to meeting the needs of every student we serve, preparing them to become productive and contributing members of our community. We believe that every child should discover a passion—whether in academics, athletics, or the arts—that inspires them to come to school each day. This passion fuels their motivation and increases their opportunity for success.
 
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At A Glance

  • A District's Grade Rating
  • 97.3% Graduation Rate
  • $5 Million in Scholarships Awarded
  • 57 National Board Certified Teachers
  • 74.6% Post-Secondary Enrollment
  • 18.2 Average Composite LCSD ACT score
  • 82.9% Experienced Teachers
  • 50.9% Bachelor Degree Recipients
  • 44.9% Master Degree Recipients
  • 99.2% Pass Rate for Dual Credit Enrollment
  • 97.4% LCSD Pass Rate for Third Grade Reading Assessment
  • 68.1% score Silver & Higher on ACT WorkKeys

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News & Announcements

SEMS Teacher Maria Rich Receives Jeffery Wilson State Farm LCSD Teacher of the Month Honor

SEMS Teacher Receives LCSD Teacher of the Month Honor!

The Jeffery Wilson State Farm LCSD Teacher of the Month is from Southeast Middle The honor went to a teacher who’s brand new to our district, and she was completely surprised to be recognized. Here's how the celebration unfolded.
Fifth Graders in Class

SEMS School Board Tour

True to this year’s motto, “Small Steps, Big Achievements,” Southeast Middle School continues to shine academically, earning recognition as one of the top ten middle schools in Mississippi! Click on the attached link to learn about the school board's tour of the campus and to see what makes SEMS stand out! #LCSDExcellence
Southeast Middle School Thanksgiving Meal Celebration

SEMS Thanksgiving Meal Celebration

There’s nothing like gathering around the table with family and friends. Fifth and sixth graders at Southeast Middle School enjoyed a head start on Thanksgiving by celebrating with a special meal on campus. Click on the attached link to enjoy some of the celebration.
Southeast Middle School Theatre Beauty and the Beast Performance

Southeast Beauty and the Beast, Jr. Performance

Step into the magic as Southeast Theatre at Southeast Middle School
brings the classic tale of Beauty and the Beast to life on stage. Click on the attached link to enjoy some highlights from the play and hear from some of the talented performers. #LCSDExcellence #MaketheCase
1st Nine Weeks Honors Lists Now Available Announcement

First Nine Weeks Honor Roll Lists Now Available!

ongratulations to our outstanding students! The first nine weeks’ Honor Roll lists are here, and we are proud to recognize our scholars’ hard work, dedication, and excellence. Click on the attached link to review the lists for each school.
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Who We Are

We are dedicated to helping every student discover their passion—whether in academics, athletics, or the arts—so they are motivated to learn, grow, and succeed as contributing members of our community.
 

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