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A recent polls shows that nearly 25% of students either rarely or never hang out with their friends outside of school.
Together But Alone
Luke Koenig , Staff Writer • December 4, 2023

Grayson, like much of the school, is involved in a variety of activities. Despite this, he doesn’t feel the brotherhood outside of the school. “I...

Caden Gulley 24 will take part in the Missouri esports state championship in Super Smash Brothers Dec. 9 at State Technical College of Missouri.
Senior set to compete in esports state championship
Andrew Dolan, Staff Writer • November 30, 2023
Fr. Jim Burshek S.J. consecrates the host during the Eucharist at the All Saints Mass on Nov. 1.
Jesuit Jubilation
Luke Koenig , Staff Writer • November 30, 2023
Jackson Rhodey 24 wins against KIPP.
Slideshow: Spartan Wrestling's goes 3-0 at first match.
Will Timmons '24, Social Media Editor • November 30, 2023
The baseball field will have full artificial turf, additional spectator seating, new batting cages, and new restrooms and concessions. The turf on the infield is scheduled to be completed by the start of the baseball season. Photo courtesy of Hastings + Chivetta Architects, Inc.
Turf's Up
Hank Hardage, Staff Writer • November 21, 2023
Jordan Ramsey-Williams El 24  gets his blood checked by a Mercy Hospital technician before donating on Nov. 3, 2022. This years fall blood drive will be on Nov. 3.
Blood drive set for Friday
Jack Mabry '27, Contributing Writer • October 31, 2023

Stucco will work in collaboration with Mercy to host a blood drive on Nov. 3 in the gym from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., with hopes of surpassing their...

Head football coach John Merritt leads the students in a chant of STUFF THE BUS during the Great Ignatian Challenge kickoff assembly Oct. 18.
Great Ignatian Challenge underway
Hank Hardage, Staff Writer • October 20, 2023

The second annual Great Ignation challenge is underway. It kicked off at an all school assembly Oct.18 and will end Nov.17. All processions go...

De Smet Jesuit is exploring the idea of adding an academic program for boys in grades 6, 7 and 8.
De Smet may soon expand its mission
Luke Koenig, Staff Writer • October 4, 2023

De Smet Jesuit is exploring the idea of adding an academic program for boys in grades 6, 7, and 8. President Fr. Ronny O’Dwyer S.J. officially...

Danny Swallow 24 will compete inThe Bass Federation (TBF) District 7 National Semi-Finals in Kansas Sept. 30-Oct.1. He qualified for the tournament by winning the TBF SAF State Championship last April.
Senior finishes 7th in national semi-final fishing tournament
Andrew Dolan, Staff Writer • September 28, 2023

Update: Senior Danny Swallow sat in 5th place after Day 1 of The Bass Federation (TBF) District 7 National Semi-Finals at Wilson Lake in Russell,...

Meet the new faculty and staff beginning their first full year at De Smet Jesuit.
Meet the new faculty and staff
Luke Koenig, Staff Writer • September 21, 2023

The 2023 Men of the Year are Henry Anyimadu, Nolan Chickering, Jack Heit, Frank Marcallini, Will Huggins, Alex Metzner, Eric Byas, Trevon Piggee, Patrick Origliasso, Elijah Bryson, Hank Walbert, and Tommy Rudder.
Men of the Year 2023
May 10, 2023

These men were chosen by their teachers and classmates for being exemplars of competence, conscience, and compassion.

Will Timmons 24 and Andrew Farrar 23 record their podcast BLOCK TALKS.
BLOCK TALKS: Seniors Last Day!
Will Timmons '24, Multi Media Specialist • May 2, 2023
John Wick: Chapter 4 wraps up the legendary franchise with the best fight scenes yet.
John Wick Chapter 4 brings a satisfying end to the legendary franchise
Drew Whitaker, News Editor • April 21, 2023
The city of St. Louis is home to some of the best restaurants in the country.
STL's Hidden Gems part 3
May 11, 2023
Modern technology companies are invading your privacy to sell you products.
They are watching you
Staff Editorial April 17, 2023


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