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Are you a newly enrolled South Eastern School District family? Join us for New Family Night on Thursday, September 17, from 5:00–6:30 PM at the Kennard-Dale High School Cafeteria! This evening is designed specifically for families who are new to SESD and is a great opportunity to learn more about our schools, programs, and student supports. Families will have the chance to learn about Sapphire, attendance, athletics, music and fine arts, PTA involvement, student support services, and more! Dinner, prizes, and helpful information will be provided. We look forward to welcoming you to the SESD family!
1 day ago, Dr. Sandra Ness
Flyer announcing an event for new families to the SESD.  Information is contained in the post.

SESD 4th Grade Beginning Band and Orchestra Night will be held on Wednesday September 2nd at 6:00 PM at the South Eastern Middle School. Registration can be found using the QR code on the flyer. For more information, please contact Miss Best, Director of Orchestras 4-8 at besta@sesd.k12.pa.us or Miss Spina, Director of Bands 4-6 at spinac@sesd.k12.pa.us.

6 days ago, Dr. Sandra Ness
Beginning band and orchestra flyer with registration QR code.  Details are in the post.
KD Mini-THON is teaming up with Fawn Grove Florist & Gifts to provide beautiful mums for your Fall decorating needs. Each plant will be in a 6-inch pot with color cracking flowers to help keep your space beautiful for longer.

Each mum is $10 and are available in yellow, orange, dark purple, and rust. Orders must be placed by Friday, September 4 and pick-up will take place during the week of September 14 at Fawn Grove Florist & Gifts, located at 148 Hunt Club Rd. in Fawn Grove.

Please use the following link to place your order: https://www.myschoolbucks.com/ver2/prdembd?ref=ZZH4SYY8S0083ID_ZZ6C2XEFL0VVUHO.
6 days ago, Dr. Sandra Ness

Public Notice of the Destruction of Special Education Records:

South Eastern School District plans on the destruction of IEPs, GIEPs, and 504 service agreement records pertaining to students who have a birthdate during the year of 2002. The district plans on the destruction of these records to begin September 21, 2026. If you would like a copy of your records, please email Melissa Druck at druckm@sesd.k12.pa.us prior to September 21, 2026.

If you have any questions concerning the foregoing information, please contact Dr. Sandra Ness, Director of Pupil Services at 717-382-4843 ext. 6891 or Mr. Ryan Lehman, Director of Special Education at 717-382-4843 ext. 6892. A copy of the district student records policy is available on our District Website at www.sesdweb.net.

27 days ago, Dr. Sandra Ness

Support KD Mini-Thon by attending the Harrisburg Senators Gold Out Game on August 15th at 6:00 PM at City Island in Harrisburg. Tickets can be purchased at https://www.gofevo.com/event/Kennarddale2

about 1 month ago, Dr. Sandra Ness
Flyer with details of the KDHS Mini-Thon Fundraiser, Harrisburg Senators vs. Richmond Flying Squirrels Gold Out Game.   Details are in the post.

Congratulations to the Lady Rams Softball team for their 3-0 victory over Northern Lebanon High School to become the PIAA District III 4A Champions for the second consecutive year! They are currently sitting at 24-0 as they enter into the PIAA State Championships that begin on 6/1. During the game, Taryn Ashenfelter hit a career mark off 700 strike outs which is an incredible achievement as a junior in high school. Join us in congratulating our Lady Rams as they continue their run through the post season. We will communicate game details for the opening round of states as we receive the information. The opening round will be played at Kennard Dale! Go Rams!!!!

3 months ago, Dr. Sandra Ness
The KDHS Lady Rams Softball Team and coaches posing as District III 4A Champions!
“A Legacy of Learning: Honoring Our District Retirees” is the title of our latest Inspire and Impact episode. In this episode we are honored to recognize several of our district retirees. These educators and support staff have dedicated years of service to our students and schools. Their work has not only impacted classrooms, but has helped build the culture and heart of our district. Retirement is not just an ending, it is a celebration of a legacy.

We thank them for your years of dedication, their care for students, their commitment to excellence, and the countless ways they have strengthened our schools. Their impact will continue long after their final day in the classroom or office. It lives on in the students they’ve taught, the colleagues they’ve supported, and the culture they’ve helped build.

On behalf of our entire district, we wish them joy, rest, and fulfillment in this next chapter.

Please take a few minutes to view the video linked here

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EQV4Q1QpnpM:
4 months ago, South Eastern School District
Inspire and Impact South Eastern SD with Dr. Nathan Van Deusen