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The Mirror

The student news site of De Smet Jesuit High School

The Mirror

The student news site of De Smet Jesuit High School

The Mirror

Max Pionke 26' qualified as a semifinalist for the National Merit Scholarship, and is one of 217 finalists in the state.
Senior named National Merit Semifinalist
Hank Hardage, Opinions Editor • October 13, 2025

Senior Max Pionke was recently named a National Merit Semifinalist, due to his high ranking PSAT score. This program honors approximately 17,000...

Jack Buck (William H. Macy) interviews John O'Leary (James McCracken) on John O'Leary day at the Cardinals game in the movie Soul on Fire set to released in theaters on Oct. 10. Photo courtesy of AFFIRM Films, LLC.
De Smet alum premieres movie in Saint Louis
Hank Hardage, Opinions Editor • September 25, 2025

Eight years ago, he was out of town speaking at an event, when film producer Linda Huntington approached him. She asked about the idea of creating...

Hall of Fame set to welcome Hawkey legacy
Hall of Fame set to welcome Hawkey legacy
Charlie Frein, News Editor • September 18, 2025

The De Smet Jesuit Hall of Fame is set to welcome three new inductees, including longtime teacher and coach Mr. Frank Hawkey, at the Hall of...

Austin Spinner '28 playing at his home piano.
From inspiration to collaboration
Jack Mabry, Entertainment Editor • September 11, 2025

When Jazz band player Austin Spinner met his idol, Jacob Collier, he was not starstruck or nervous. Instead, he stayed cool, calm, and collected...

Procrastination is much deeper than just laziness, it affects many students but can be overcome with motivation, organization, and effective strategies. These strategies make you more efficient and more productive in less time.
From stress to success
Torin Lopez, Staff Writer • May 5, 2025

Odds are you struggle with procrastination. Statistically, 80% of all students struggle with procrastination in some way or another. However,...

Tommy Basara 26' pushes away a book as he scrolls on his phone. As technology progresses, reading amongst teens is slowly fading away, and not for the better.
Reading recession
Patrick Dolan, Staff Writer • May 1, 2025

Aside from doing some last minute reading the night before an English quiz, the majority of students do not read. What if I told you that there...

The sixth entry in EA’s popular shooter franchise features large-scale battles, new movement mechanics, and a story set in a world on the brink of war. Photo credit: Electronic Art's Inc.
EA Raises the Stakes with new game “Battlefield 6,” Set in a World on the Brink of War
Jack Mabry, Staff Writer • October 8, 2025

Electronic art’s (EA) sixth edition of the Battlefield game series is set to release on Oct. 10. The game offers both online mode, with large...

Photo of Cardinals opening day March 30, 2023.
A Shift in the Energy at Busch
Bobby Dolan, Staff Writer • May 22, 2025

Not long ago, it felt like the St. Louis Cardinals were heading for a forgettable season. With a record well below .500 and fans growing more...

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The student news site of De Smet Jesuit High School
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