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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."

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Ms. Nicole Talley

Ms. Nicole Talley

Financial Services Coordinator
MBA, Business, Missouri Baptist University
BA, Biology, Missouri Baptist University
Ms. Karen Timmons

Ms. Karen Timmons

Senior Director of Marketing & Communications
MBA, University of Chicago
BA, Journalism, University of Missouri-Columbia
Mr. Bryan Traughber

Mr. Bryan Traughber

Class of 1997
Teacher/Head Cross Country Coach/Head Track Coach, Assistant Athletic Director
MA - History, History, University of Missouri-St. Louis
BA, History, Truman State University
Mr. Spiro Trifonas

Mr. Spiro Trifonas

Director of Facilities Services
AA, Applied Electrical, South Tech
Mrs. Christine Tseng

Mrs. Christine Tseng

Teacher, International Tour Coordinator
MBA, Business Administration, St. Louis University
BS, Finance, Southern Illinois University-Carbondale
Mr. Doug Waters

Mr. Doug Waters

Math Teacher
MA, Education, Webster University
BS, Education, University of Missouri-Columbia
Mr. Chris Welling

Mr. Chris Welling

Teacher
LLM, De Paul University College of Law
JD, St. Louis University
BA, History, St. Louis University School of Law
Mr. Joe Wier

Mr. Joe Wier

Science Teacher
MEd, Educational Technology, University of Missouri-St. Louis
BS, Education, University of Missouri-Columbia
Mrs. Sherry Wier

Mrs. Sherry Wier

Learning Consultant
BS, Special Education K-12, University of Missouri-St. Louis
Mr. Chris Williams

Mr. Chris Williams

Senior Director of Operations
MEd, Educational Leadership, Park University
MEd, Athletics and Activities Administration, William Woods University
BA, Psychology, William Jewell College
Mr. Kent Williams

Mr. Kent Williams

Teacher/Head Basketball Coach, Department Chair, Assistant Athletic Director
Masters, Marketing, Missouri Baptist University
Mr. Matthew Wren

Mr. Matthew Wren

Custodian
Gateway High School
Mrs. Susie Zahn

Mrs. Susie Zahn

Teacher, Department Chair
MS, Spanish Language Education, NOVA Southwestern University
BS, Biology, St. Mary's University-San Antonio
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Faculty& Staff