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Bob Cogan joins the staff this year teaching Geometry and College Algebra & Statistics.

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Aidan Gillespie is a 2006 graduate of De Smet Jesuit. He is currently teaching Economics, AP Government, and Human Geography. He is also an assistant cross country coach.

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Joe Merrick is an ASC teaching Social Studies

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Chrissy Chapo currently serves as the Spartan Fund Director

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Joey Hormberg is a 2018 alum and the new admissions counselor.

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Shelly Monschein is the Stewardship Coordinator in Development Services.

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Nicole Talley joins De Smet Jesuit as the new Financial Services Coordinator

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Sherand Boyd joined De Smet Jesuit this year as a Learning Consultant.

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Julie Golomski is the Spartan Shop Coordinator

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Melinda Dillon is the new Accounting & Payroll Specialist

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Joe Merrick is an ASC teaching Social Studies

[Photo] Meet the new faculty and staff

September 21, 2023
The 2023 yearbook is here! All seniors can pick up their copy in the main office. All underclassmen who purchased a book can pick it up in Emerson Lobby on the first days of school Aug 17-18.

[Photo] Yearbook Purchase List for 2023

August 7, 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.

[Photo] Men of the Year 2023

May 10, 2023
A cameraman filming for the TBF Student Angler Federation documents boat captain Jeff Geiser, Danny Swallow 24, and Mitch Geiser 23 as they prepare to launch in the state tournament April 1 at Lake of the Ozarks.

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Boat captain Jeff Geiser, Danny Swallow 24, and Mitch Geiser 23 bundle up as they prepare to launch in single digit wind chills April 1 at the Lake of the Ozarks. They would go on to win the TBF Student Angler Federation state tournamnent.

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Mitch Geiser 23, Danny Swallow 24, and boat captain Jeff Geiser show off their winning catch at the 2023 TBF Student Angler Federation state tournament April 1.

[Photo] Bass team battles through bitter cold and on board cameramen on their way to winning the state tournament

April 3, 2023
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[Photo] Bryce Pattison

May 4, 2022
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[Photo] Nick Abel

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[Photo] Cole Grothoff

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[Photo] Christopher Beason

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[Photo] Jesse Hahs

May 4, 2022
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[Photo] Lewis Worthy

May 4, 2022
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[Photo] Tommy Hashbarger

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[Photo] Jacob Fahland

May 4, 2022
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[Photo] Brady Schmidt

May 4, 2022
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[Photo] Kyle Granquist

May 4, 2022
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[Photo] TJ Woodley

May 4, 2022
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[Photo] Alex Rodriguez

May 4, 2022
The 2022 Men of the Year gather in front of the school following the announcement at the awards ceremony.

[Photo] Men of the Year 2022

May 4, 2022
John Merritt is the new head football coach. He was introduced Thursday to the football family at an evening gathering in the cafeteria.

[Photo] De Smet names new football coach

April 20, 2022
These are some of the books that have been banned or challenged somewhere in the United States in the last 20 years.

[Photo] Banning books stunts personal and spiritual growth

April 15, 2022
Harold Barker will return to De Smet as Athletic Director beginning this summer. He previously served as assistant AD and math and science teacher from 2017-2020.

[Photo] De Smet names new athletic director

April 14, 2022
Flowers of condolensces are spread throughout the school today as faculty and staff pause to mourn the loss of sophomore Cole Anello.

[Photo] De Smet community grieves the loss of a student

November 22, 2021
Freshmen Rico Bond prepares for the teacher to discuss plans for Odyssey in the Gym.

[Photo] Freshmen gather for summer Odyssey

September 28, 2020
Workers from the Aries company prepare to set up 800 chairs 6 feet apart on the turf.

[Photo] Mass of the Holy Spirit preview

September 17, 2020
Workers from the Aries company prepare to set up 800 chairs 6 feet apart on the turf.

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The three 2019 state championship trophies sit on display in the athletic office. An all-school assembly will honor the three teams Jan. 10.

[Photo] School to honor three state championship teams

January 6, 2020
The De Smet website will feature a new page called the Trophy Room where every state trophy will be featured.

[Photo] A virtual trophy room

January 7, 2020
Senior Henry Lawlor takes on two Lees Summit defenders during the MSHSAA Class 4 Soccer State Championship at Soccer Park.

[Photo] Senior wins soccer co-player of the year

December 20, 2019
Armon Wallace, Jordan Johnson, and Lanell Carr pose with Athletic Director John Pukala and Head Football Coach Robert Steeples for a photo before the signing ceremony on Dec. 18 in the Innovation Center.

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Senior Jordan Johnson poses for a photo prior to signing to the University of Notre Dame.

[Photo] Jordan Johnson

December 18, 2019
Senior Lanell Carr poses for a photo prior to signing to West Virginia University.

[Photo] Lanell Carr

December 18, 2019
Senior Armon Wallace poses for a photo prior to signing to Missouri State University.

[Photo] Armon Wallace

December 18, 2019
Carson Wilhelm, Nick Grewe, Thomas Redmond, and Henry Lawlor celebrate moments after winning the MSHSAA Class 4 State Soccer championship at Soccer Park.

[Photo] Redemption

November 26, 2019
Thomas Redmond 21 passes the ball to a teammate to try to score a goal.

[Photo] Soccer slideshow: Pattonville

November 15, 2019
The Chess Club meets every Thursday after school and is open to everyone.

[Photo] Chess club welcomes all levels of players

September 12, 2019
Meet the new teachers William Manaker, SJ; John Russell; Even Jenkins; George Howe.

[Photo] Video: Meet the new teachers

August 28, 2019
Sophomore Thomas Redmond dribbles the ball during the CBC state soccer game.

[Photo] A special kind of athlete

May 13, 2019
A group of runners led by Assistant Varisty Track Coach teacher Adam Boehm, run on a snowy day.

[Photo] Through the cold

March 13, 2019
As the final game comes to a close, the crowd around grows to spectate to see who wins.

[Photo] 3v3 Basketball

February 22, 2019
Students watch senior Connor Blom as he plays Fortnite, later Blom goes on to earn a Victory Royale!

[Photo] Day 2: Shinny hockey, 3v3 basketball, and ping pong

February 20, 2019
Eleven Spartans signed letters of intent Feb. 6 to continue playing their sport in college.

[Photo] Signing Day 2018-2019

February 6, 2019
Senior defender Josh Lindell has just been named a 2018 high-school All-American.

[Photo] Senior Josh Lindell named All-American

December 6, 2018
Senior Logan Payne lines up to kick the ball to get it to the offense.

[Photo] Soccer season recap

November 29, 2018
Phones have become such an everyday part of our lives that sometimes we dont realize whats happening in front of us.

[Photo] Social Media isolating teens

November 26, 2018
Varisty football links arms and prepares for the game.

[Photo] Football is ready for sectionals against Pattonville

November 2, 2018
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Student stands in front of teacher as he gives the student a demerit.

[Photo] Demerits go high tech

September 14, 2018
The school blesses juniors during the missioning mass before they leave for their projects.

[Photo] Juniors react to their first day of service projects

September 11, 2018
Senior Nick Einig, leads out the Varsity football team during the start of the Hazelwood Central game.

[Photo] Friday night lights at SLUH

September 5, 2018
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[Photo] The Siege of Widow’s Web – Part 1

April 19, 2018
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[Photo] Snap Decision

April 19, 2018
Day turns to night and the crickets come out as the moon crosses paths with the sun.

[Photo] A Total Eclipse

August 28, 2017
Find out why the De Smet Jesuit publications department might be right for you. See your counselor or Mr. Berns in room 212.

[Photo] Find out why you should join De Smet Press

February 22, 2017
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[Photo] Signing Day 2016-17

February 1, 2017
Nearly 60 strands of light were hung in the halls as part of Christmas on Campus.

[Photo] Students prepare school for Christmas on Campus

December 2, 2016
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[Photo] Freshman Thomas Schartner sings at Thanksgiving mass

November 22, 2016
Juniors participate in an advisory in the theater with the National Conference for Community and Justice (NCCJ)

[Photo] The Power of words

October 18, 2016
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[Photo] Inside the huddle

October 12, 2016
New Phantom 4 drone hovers above the turf field.

[Photo] Phantom flying in from above

September 23, 2016
The cafeteria staff jokes around while taking their group photo for the yearbook.

[Photo] Lunch by the Hundreds

September 15, 2016
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[Photo] Ultimate Shuts Out SLUH

April 21, 2016
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