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SEMS Whos Who Best All Around Winners 2026
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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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Southeast Middle School Science Class Students Conducting a Banana DNA Extraction Experiment

SEMS: Making Every Minute Count!

We know that every minute of classroom instruction matters. Here's one example at Southeast Middle School, where on a Friday afternoon, students are fully engaged in a banana DNA extraction experiment in the school's STEAM Lab. Click on the attached link to learn more about the school's classroom strategies and to see the students in action. Keep up the #LCSDExcellence! #BuiltforWhatsNext
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IMPORTANT: Mississippi's New School Attendance Law

Starting this school year, a new attendance law is in effect in Mississippi. It's important for every parent, guardian, and student to understand what has changed. The attached video provides an overview of the new law and what it means for families. Student success starts with attendance.
Back-to-School Dates to Remember

Back-to-School Details

🎒📚 The countdown is on! A new school year brings fresh beginnings, new adventures, and countless memories waiting to be made. We can't wait to welcome our students back and make 2026–2027 a year to remember! 💛🍎

Mark your calendars and get ready, LCSD! Back to school is almost here!
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SEMS Open House 2026

Faculty, parents and students are preparing for a fantastic year at Southeast Middle School! Open House was filled with optimism and the energy of a new beginning to kick off an incredible school year. Click on the attached link to enjoy some of the memorable moments. #LCSDExcellence #BuiltforMore
LCSD Convocation: Built for What's Next!

LCSD Convocation: Built for What's Next!

Welcome back! We had the pleasure of welcoming nearly 600 certified employees to the 2026 Back-to-School Convocation. Centered around this year's theme, "Built for What's Next," our focus is on strengthening learning by further engaging students in impactful ways.
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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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