Reminder: No school on Friday, October 17 or Monday, October 20 for Fall Break
SE Weekly Newsletter
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6 months ago, Kelly Wilson
The Kiwanis Club of Hastings is once again proud to present its monthly Young Citizenship Award to outstanding fifth graders from each elementary school, as well as two students from each grade level at the Middle School.

These students exemplify quality conduct in their everyday lives and excel in areas such as character, service, sportsmanship, academics, and leadership.
Congratulations to the September award recipients. Look for them in this week's Hastings Banner. Great work, everyone!
6 months ago, Hastings Area School System
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📚 Teaching Tuesday 📚
Last week, two of our dedicated teachers proudly represented Southeastern at The Reading League Conference in Chicago!

At Southeastern, teaching students how to read is our number one priority. Our educators stay up to date with the latest research and are always willing to adapt quickly to meet the needs of all learners.

We’re excited to bring this new knowledge back to our classrooms and can’t wait to put it into action
6 months ago, Kelly Wilson
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🍕 PTO Pizza Hut Night🍕
Our Pizza Hut Fundraiser is happening TODAY and we can't wait! Help us make it a success!

📍 Hastings Pizza Hut
💬 Hand in or show the flyer when ordering
📞 Call-in, Dine-in, or Take-out – all count!

Every bite helps us get closer to our goal 🙌
6 months ago, Kelly Wilson
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Happy Homecoming and Go Saxons!
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7 months ago, Kelly Wilson
🎉 We filled our Fish Bowl! 🎉 To celebrate, we had an amazing assembly with Basketball Jones — and what a time we had! 🏀💥 So much energy, laughter, and fun. Thanks to our PTO who helped make it happen!
7 months ago, Southeastern Elementary
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It will be a busy day of homecoming festivities today, capped off with a BIG game against Harper Creek. Go Saxons!
7 months ago, Hastings Area School System
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🎉 Principal for the Day! 🎉 Huge congratulations to Rory for being our highest fundraiser! She raised over $800 for SE!! Let’s all give her a big round of applause for earning the special title of Principal for the Day!
7 months ago, Southeastern Elementary
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🍎 Teaching Tuesday: It Takes Everyone!
Please join us in welcoming Paula, our new lunch lady! Paula goes above and beyond—stepping into the library when needed, keeping things calm and organized, and making sure our students are well-fed with breakfast and lunch each day. We’re so thankful to have her on our team! 💛
7 months ago, Kelly Wilson
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Barry Intermediate School District is asking voters this November to consider a Regional Enhancement Millage. This proposal would generate local funds through property tax to directly support educational and career-readiness programs for all students and school districts within the ISD — including Hastings Area Schools.

Learn what it means for our community and cast an informed vote at: https://barryisd.org/rem
7 months ago, Hastings Area School System
Barry Intermediate School District is asking voters this November to consider a Regional Enhancement Millage. This proposal would generate local funds through property tax to directly support educational and career-readiness programs for all students and school districts within the ISD — including Hastings Area Schools. Learn what it means for our community and cast an informed vote at: https://barryisd.org/rem
Barry County United Way and Volunteer Center generously donated leftover school essentials from their backpack program to both Central and Southeastern Elementary Schools. We are so appreciative of this thoughtful gift, which helps ensure all our students have the supplies they need to stay equipped and ready to learn!
7 months ago, Hastings Area School System
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Morgan Johnson of the Barry County United Way pictured with Southeastern Elementary Principal Kelly Wilson and student council members with some school supplies.
Today, our 3rd and 4th graders enjoyed a special performance of Don’t Let the Pigeon Drive the Bus at the Hastings Performing Arts Center. This wonderful opportunity was made possible through the generous support of the DeCamp Foundation, who provided the event free of charge. What a treat for our students!
7 months ago, Hastings Area School System
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7 months ago, Southeastern Elementary
🎉 Congratulations to our Golden Shovel Winners! 🎉

This month’s PBIS focus was on Safety, and these amazing students went above and beyond to show what it means to be safe in all areas of our school! 🛑🦺✨
7 months ago, Kelly Wilson
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PTO Birthday Club for September! 🎂
7 months ago, Southeastern Elementary
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Teaching Tuesday ✨🔌
Let there be light! 💡 Our students have been learning all about electricity. During an enrichment lesson, they even built their own working circuits—what a bright idea! ⚡ A big thank-you to Mrs. Severns for bringing us this fun idea!
7 months ago, Kelly Wilson
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7 months ago, Kelly Wilson
🍿 September: Let’s Get This Poppin’!

📣 Popcorn Day is tomorrow, September 25th!
👉 Send 50 cents with your student to enjoy a fresh bag of popcorn.
🎯 Every kernel supports field trips, teacher appreciation, and more!
7 months ago, Kelly Wilson
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As we await finalization of the state budget, we want to provide clarity for our families regarding school breakfast and lunch. Following recent action by our Board of Education, we are pleased to share that, regardless of state-level decisions, our district will continue to provide free breakfast and lunch for all students through December 2025.

Further information about meal program plans beyond that date will be communicated as it becomes available.

We value the importance of ensuring every student has access to these nutritious meals, and we are grateful for the opportunity to continue offering this support to our school community.
7 months ago, Hastings Area School System
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🌟 Teaching Tuesday Spotlight 🌟

Please join us in welcoming our new Student Support Specialist, Mr. Jacob Pratt! 🎉

Jacob comes to us with years of experience from Hastings High School. In his new role, he will be working with students through one-on-one check-ins, small groups, and whole group lessons. His passion for supporting students’ growth and success makes him a wonderful addition to SE. 💙
7 months ago, Kelly Wilson
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