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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

Events

School Board Meeting

Time: 5 PM – 6 PM
Location: LCSD Central Services Office 301 46th Court Meridian, MS

Presidents' Day (No School)

Time: 4 PM – 5 PM
Location: All LCSD schools and offices will be closed in observance of Presidents' Day.

School Board Meeting

Time: 5 PM – 6 PM
Location: LCSD Central Services Office 301 46th Court Meridian, MS
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News & Announcements

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SEMS: Why Math Matters!

Math isn’t just for class. It’s part of everyday life! Here's one way that students at Southeast Middle School are learning why math matters!
LCSD Excellence Newsletter Now Available!

LCSD Newsletter: Latest Edition Now Available!

The latest LCSD Excellence Newsletter is here! As we kick off the second half of the school year, we are taking a look back at some end-of-the-year successes, celebrations and much more. We are looking forward to what lies ahead. Click on the attached link to view the publication.
LCSD Christmas Card 2025

Spreading Cheer, One Card at a Time

Our students are helping spread holiday magic one card at a time. Students from across our school zones put their creativity to work, designing artwork for the district’s Christmas card and publications, and the results were nothing short of merry and bright! Click on the link to see the finished products.
Southeast Middle School Students Working on Wooden Shoes as part of a Study about the origin of Santa Claus

SEMS Crafting Christmas: Wooden Shoe Tradition

Students at Southeast Middle School learned about the origins of the Jolly Ol’ Elf, Santa Claus. In fact, they explored a unique holiday tradition that originated halfway around the world and completed a festive craft that made the lesson unforgettable! Click on the attached link to see for yourself!
LCSD Spelling Bee Six Finalists Who Will Advance to the Lauderdale County Spelling Bee

LCSD Spelling Bee

Congratulations to the six outstanding students from across the district who have earned the honor of advancing to the Lauderdale County Spelling Bee. Their hard work and academic excellence have set them apart, and in January they will proudly represent LCSD. Click on the attached link to hear from each finalist.
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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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