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GUIDED BY MISSION

Our faculty and staff are the foundation of De Smet Jesuit’s mission—mentors, educators, and role models who guide students in faith, academics, and character. Committed to cura personalis, or care for the whole person, they create a supportive environment where young men are known, challenged, and inspired every day.

WHY WE SERVE

Faculty

Emily Ledbetter

Fine Arts Teacher

Mrs. Ledbetter in art room works with student

"I choose to teach in a Catholic school because each day offers the chance to create a life-giving, faith-filled home for my students. Our school is a family that celebrates academic, spiritual, and personal successes, guiding one another through life’s moments toward our eternal home in heaven."

Chris Welling

Social Studies Teacher

Mr. Welling laughing with a student while teaching a social studies class.

"As the son of two lifelong Catholic educators and administrators, each of whom has dedicated over 50 years to education in St. Louis, I have always held a deep appreciation for the idea of education as a vocation, along with the challenges, sacrifices, and profound rewards that come with such a calling."

Kelsey Grimm

Spanish & Campus Ministry

Mrs. Kelsey Grimm standing with two of her students in front of the St. Louis Cathedral at graduation

"I work at De Smet Jesuit because I want to help lead students closer to Christ, as well as provide a supportive environment for students."

Staff

Rob Hutchison

Dean of Academics

Mr. Rob Hutchison speaking to the entire school during their first day assembly

"I serve at De Smet Jesuit to challenge students to go beyond what they think they are capable of achieving. Ultimately, it's about pushing a student to that moment when he realizes he doesn't need us to learn, but we are there to support him in the failures that happen along the way."

Fr. Ronny O'Dwyer

President

Fr. Ronny O'dwyer standing with freshmen outside during Odyssey week events

"De Smet continues to be a place where our prayer, work, and study helps to bring about Jesus' vision of the Kingdom. I serve at De Smet Jesuit to provide a training ground for a new generation of Saints."

Search Directory

Video created by Jack Shaughnessy ’23, Digital Media class

Mr. Tom Albes

2007
English Teacher, Cross Country & Track Coach
MA, Sport and Athletic Administration, Gonzaga University
BS, Secondary Education, University of Missouri-St. Louis

Mrs. Claudia Anderson

High School Administrative Assistant

Mr. Dave Balint

Director of Information Technology
BS, Computer Science, Webster University
AS CNT, Ranken Technical College

Mr. Harold Barker

Director of Athletics
MS, Athletic Administration, Ohio University
BA, Biology, Washington Unversity

Mrs. Laura Bauer

School Counselor
MS, Social Work, Missouri State University

Mrs. Lucy Bauer

English Language Arts Teacher
MA, Teaching Program, Webster University
BJ, Journalism, University of Missouri- Columbia

Mr. Alec Bausch

2013
Admissions Counselor
BA, Business Administration- Finance, Illinois Wesleyan University

Dr. Robert Behm

Teacher
PhD, Chemistry, Washington University
BS, Chemistry, University of Chicago

Mr. Gene Bender

Teacher
MA, Teaching/Educational Technology, Webster University
BS, Electrical Engineering, Missouri University of Science & Technology

Mr. Jeff Berger

1991
Business Teacher
J.D., Law, St. Louis University
BA, History, University of Missouri-Columbia

Mr. Kevin Berns

1987
Teacher, Mirror & Yearbook Moderator, Bass Fishing Moderator
BA, Media Communications, Webster University
MEd, Integrated Learning, Drury University

Ms. Mary Bialis

Marketing Coordinator
BA, Psychology & Marketing, St. Louis University

Samantha Bledsoe

Math Teacher

Mr. Adam Boehm

Math Teacher, Department Chair
BS, Mathematics, St. Louis University
BA, Russian Studies, St. Louis University
MA, Mathematics, University of Missouri St. Louis

Mr. Dave Boland

College Advisor
ME, Education, University of Missouri-St. Louis
BA, Philosophy, Cardinal Glennon College Seminary

Mrs. Lauren Book

Middle School Administrative Assistant
BS, Education, University of Missouri-Columbia

Mrs. Carmen Bowman

Teacher, International Tour Coordinator
BA, Spanish Literature, St. Louis University
BA, Education, St. Louis University

Mr. Tom Burr

2007
IT Systems Engineer
De Smet Jesuit High School

Rev. Jim Burshek S.J.

Middle School Chaplin
MA, Divinity, Regis College, Toronto School of Theology
BA, Classics, St. Louis University

Mr. David Cabrera

Teacher/Director of Global Education/Tennis Coach
MEd, Secondary Education, University of Missouri-St. Louis
BA, Business Administration, Lindenwood University

Dr. Mike Callahan

Teacher
PhD, Philosophy & Film, St. Louis University
MA, Media Literacy, Webster University
BA, Theology, St. Louis University

Mr. Timothy Canavan

Teacher/Head Baseball Coach
MA, Teaching, Lindenwood University
BS, Business Administration, University of Missouri-St. Louis

Mr. Sean Cavanagh

English Teacher
MLA, Language Arts, Washington University
BA, Philosophy, Fordham University

Mrs. Christine Chapo

Senior Director of Institutional Advancement
BA, Communications, University of Kansas

Mr. Jarrod Cobb

IT Systems Engineer
BS, Computer Information Systems, St. Louis University

Mr. John Collins

2016
Social Studies Teacher
BS, Electrical Engineering, University of Missouri-Columbia

Dr. Drae Cox

Director of Diversity & Inclusion, Science Department Chair
EdD, Instructional Leadership, Lindenwood University
MA, Education, Lindenwood University
BS, Athletic Training, Lindenwood University

Mr. Mark DeGreeff

Assistant Dean of Students/Teacher
MA, Education, University of Missouri-St. Louis
BA, Business Administration, Benedictine College

Mr. Matt Delehaunty

Registrar
BS, Business Administration, Missouri State University

Mrs. Melinda Dillon

Accounting & Payroll Specialist
BS, Business Administration, University of Central Missouri

Mrs. Linda Doherty

Learning Consultant
MA, Educational Leadership, Maryville University
BA, Special Education, University of Missouri-Columbia
Certification - Reading Specialist

Mrs. Megan Eisenhour

English Teacher
MA, English, University of Missouri-St. Louis
BS, Middle and Secondary English Education, Southeast Missouri State University

Mrs. Jennifer Erker

Science Teacher
MA, Educational Technology, Lindenwood University
BA, Secondary Education, University of Missouri-St. Louis

Ms. Kate Evola

Administrative Assistant – Inter-department
Associates Degree, Education, University of Missouri-St. Louis

Mr. Andrew Ficken

2018
Theology Teacher
MA, Teaching Program, St. Louis University
BA, Theological Studies, St. Louis University

Mrs. Sarah Giannotti

Math Teacher
MA, Education, Lindenwood University
BA, Education, University of Missouri-St. Louis

Mr. Blake Giles

Custodian

Mr. Aidan Gillespie

2006
Social Studies Teacher, NHS Moderator
BA, University of Notre Dame
MEd, Loyola University-Chicago
MS, St. Louis University

Frank Ginder

Athletic Trainer

Mr. Brian Golka

Middle School Theology and High School English Teacher
M.Ed., Education - Secondary Teaching, Creighton University
BA, Theology, Philosophy, History, Rockhurst University

Mrs. Julie Golomski

Spartan Shop Coordinator
BA, Communications, St. Louis University

William Griesemer

2021
Xavier University

Mrs. Kelsey Grimm

Director of Campus Ministry
MS, Educational Leadership, Creighton University
Graduate Certificate, Catholic School Leadership, Creighton University
MA, Teaching, Lindenwood University
BS, Linguistics, Truman State University
BA, Spanish, Truman State University

Mr. Alex Hall

Theology Teacher, Department Chair
MS, Educational Leadership, Creighton University
Graduate Certificate, Catholic School Leadership, Creighton University
BA, Religious Studies, Loyola University-New Orleans
BA, Spanish, Loyola University-New Orleans
BA, Philosophy, Loyola University-New Orleans

Mr. Kyle Hannan

Social Studies Teacher
MA, Teaching, St. Louis University
BA, Psychology, Rockhurst University

Mr. Paul Harris

Grounds Maintenance

Mr. John Hawkey

1996
Teacher, Junior Service Projects, Assistant Athletic Director - Sports Information Director
BA, St. Louis University
MS, Digital Media, Arizona State

Mr. Peter Heithaus

Human Resource Advisor
BA, English, University of Missouri-St. Louis
MEd, Counseling, University of Missouri-St. Louis

Mr. Kurt Heumann

VP Administration/CFO
BA, Vanderbilt University
MBA, Webster University

Mrs. Anne Hiers

Special Education Paraprofessional
MA, Physical Therapy, Emory University
BS, Exercise Science, Truman State University

Mrs. Debbie Higgins

English Teacher, Editor of the Odyssey Magazine
BA, English Writing & English Literature, Saint Mary's College

Mr. Ryan Hodge

2002
Director of Admissions and Strategic Marketing
BS in Biology, Biological Science, University of Missouri-St. Louis

Mr. Joey Hormberg

2018
Alumni Engagement Coordinator
BSBA, Business Administration, University of Missouri-Columbia

Mr. Rob Hutchison

Dean of Academics
MA, English, St. Louis University
MS, Biology, St. Louis University
MS, Educational Leadership, Creighton University
BS, Pre-Med, University of Notre Dame

Mr. Peter Juszczyk

Maintenance Technician
MS, Kinesiology, Southern Illinois University

Mrs. Tawny Kesner

Math Teacher
MA, Math Education, Webster University
BA, Math Education, Brigham Young University

Mr. Daniel Kickham

Personal and Academic Counselor
MA, Counseling, Lindenwood University
BS, Psychology, Missouri State University
AA, Crowder College

Mr. Joe Kilmade

Dean of the Middle School
Master of Education, University of Notre Dame
MA, University of Notre Dame
BA, Villanova University

Mr. Clinton King

Technology Teacher and Robotics Coach
BS, Economics, University of Missouri-St. Louis

Mr. Josh Klein

1997
Teacher/Head Soccer Coach
MS, Sports Psychology, Florida State University
BA, Psychology, Rhodes College

Mrs. Kim Koenig

Special Assistant to the President for Strategic Initiatives
MA, Public Administration, St. Louis University
BA, Psychology, St. Louis University
BA, English, St. Louis University

Mr. Calvin Kohler

Personal and Academic Counselor
Ed.S., Education, Northwestern Missouri State University
MA, Education, Missouri Baptist University
BS, Education, Missouri Baptist University

Mrs. Laurie Kohler

Teacher
MA, Fine Art, Webster University
BS, Fine Art, Southern Illinois University-Edwardsville

Mr. Chris Kohring

Assistant Treasurer
BS, Business Accounting, University of Phoenix

Mr. Blake Korte

Instrumental Music Teacher
BA, Music Education, Eastern Illinois University

Mrs. Becky Lane

Director of Special Events
BS, Occupational Therapy, University of Kansas
CPR/AED Certified, Mercy Hospital

Ms. Jen Laspe

Learning Consultant
MA, Teaching Program, Fontbonne University
BA, Communication, Fontbonne University

Mrs. Emily Ledbetter

Teacher
BA, Art Education, Fontbonne University

Mr. Peter Lenzini

Dean of Students
MA, History, University of Missouri-St. Louis
BA, Philosophy, Vanderbilt University
BA, History, Vanderbilt University

Mr. Dan Likos

1994
Teacher/Head Golf Coach
MFE, Mathematics, Webster University
BA, Education, University of Dayton
BA, Mathematics, University of Dayton

Mr. Pat Littleton

1987
Teacher
MA, Athletic Administration, William Woods University
BS, Math Education, Southeast Missouri State University
BS, Business Administration, University of Missouri-Columbia

Mr. Chad Masters

Teacher/Coach
M.Ed. Educational Leadership, University of Missouri
MA, Educational Leadership & Policy Analysis, University of Missouri-Columbia
BS, Secondary Education, University of Missouri-Columbia

Mr. D'Antay Mayes

History Teacher, History Teacher
MA In Progress, Concordia University Chicago
BS, Education, Missouri Baptist University

Mr. John Merritt Jr.

Head Football Coach and Teacher
BA, History/Education/African and African-American Studies, Washington University

Mr. Matt Mohan

1982
Teacher, Parent Club Liason
BA, History, University of Missouri-St. Louis
BS, Secondary Education, University of Missouri-St. Louis

Mrs. Shelly Monschein

Development Services and Stewardship Coordinator
BS, University of Missouri-Columbia

Mrs. Kelly Moore

English Language Arts Teacher
Post-Baccalaureate Certification Program, Language & Literacy Studies, University of Texas-Austin
BS, Education & Psychology, Truman State University

Mr. Nicholas Moramarco

Teacher, Theatre Director
MFA, Theatre, Lindenwood University
BA, Theatre and Russian, Beloit College

Mrs. Lisa Mosquera

Assistant Director of Admissions
BS, Paralegal, Minnesota State University

Dr. Pete Musso Ed.D.

1989
Dean of Faculty
Ed.D., Educational Leadership, Maryville University
MA, English, University of Dayton
BA, English, University of Dayton

Mr. Mike O'Brien

Theology Teacher, Head Tennis Coach, Senior Service Projects, Department Chair/Senior Service Projects
MA, Secondary Education, University of Missouri-St. Louis
BA, Philosophy, St. Louis University

Rev. Ronny O'Dwyer S.J., Ed.D.

President
MA, Divinity, Boston College
Ecclesial Degree, Boston College
MA, Philosophy, St. Louis University
MA, Catholic Educational Leadership, St. Louis University
BA, Philosophy, The Catholic University of America
Ed.D., Educational Leadership and Policy, Vanderbilt University

Mr. Nick Orf

Physical Education Teacher and Middle School Activities Director
MA, Education Administration, Southwest Baptist University
BA, Education, Lindenwood University

Mrs. Melissa Palmer

Director of the Spartan Fund
BA, English, University of Maryland

Mrs. Lori Pattison

Special Assistant to President & Principal
BS, Business Administration, University of Illinois-Springfield

Mrs. Sarah Patton

Director of Inclusive Education
MA, Education, Fontbonne University
BS, Communication Science & Disorders, St. Louis University
Minor, Elementary Education, St. Louis University

Mr. Kennedy Phillips

Teacher
BHS, Health & Exercise Science, Regis University
Minor, Physical Education, Regis University

Mr. Howie Place Jr.

Theology Teacher, Retreat Coordinator, Ultimate Frisbee Coach
MA, Theology/Religious Education, St. Louis University
BA, Theology & Economics, Loyola University-Chicago

Mr. Terrance Poe

Academic and College Mentor
BA, Communications, Greenville University

Mr. Kevin Poelker

1998
Principal
MA, Educational Leadership, Maryville University
MS, Sports & Recreation, Ohio University
BA, Philosophy & Religion, Truman State University

Mr. Steve Price

Head Chef, Food Service Consultants
Culinary Arts, Johnson & Wales University

Mr. Eric Ptolemy

Counselor
MA, Counseling, Webster University
BA, Religious Studies and Psychology, Gonzaga University

Mrs. Angie Ridder

Teacher
BS Education, Saint Louis University
BA, Education, St. Louis University

Mr. Mike Russo

Teacher/Head Track Coach
MEd, Education, University of Notre Dame
BA, English, University of Notre Dame
BA, History, University of Notre Dame

Mr. Jim Saali

Teacher
MA, Teaching, Webster University
BSE, Spanish, University of Central Missouri

Mr. Henry Samson

English Teacher, Department Chair, Liturgy Coordinator
MEd, Learning and Technology, Western Governors University
BA, Education, St. Louis University
BA, English, St. Louis University

Ms. Sarah Schmidt

Teacher, International Tour Coordinator
MA, Latin, University of Georgia
MEd, Latin Education, Creighton University
BA, Latin Classics, Creighton University

Mr. Alphonso Scott

Teachers' Aide
BA-15, Mass Communications & Political Science, St. Cloud State University

Dr. Andrew Scott

Science Teacher, PE Teacher
DC, Doctor Of Chiropractic, Logan University
BS, Biology, Missouri Baptist University

Mr. Charles Scott

Custodian
Associate, Grace Christian College
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