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Local agency highlights the work of a De Smet Jesuit senior.
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De Smet doubles up as football, soccer highlight banner year.
Story by David Kvidahl, photo by Randy Kemp
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Senior Justin Rothermich discusses the growth of water polo in St. Louis and his plans to play for Concordia University Irvine next year.
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Tyler Fahland '20 is De Smet Jesuit's Scholar Athlete
Spartan Voices Blog
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Man of the Year Sebastian Martin '20 explains the difference between brotherhood and friendship to the incoming Class of 2024 during the first ever virtual freshman orientation.
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Building a fort with his children, Robert Bergman '93 reflects on time, traditions, and tranquility.
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Assistant Principal Pete Musso '89 reflects on the opportunities remote learning affords us to reimagine school.
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What do we do best at De Smet Jesuit? Kevin Ruder '93 shares his answer as an alumnus, father, and newly announced Interim President.
Publications
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The magazine of De Smet Jesuit High School
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The official student newspaper of De Smet Jesuit.
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Livestream channel for De Smet Jesuit.
Service Blog
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Reflection by Zach Raniszeski '20 about his day in Puerto Rico working at La Esperanza Nature Preserve
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Reflection by Kevin Westphal '20 about his day in Puerto Rico working with the SBP Construction rehabbing homes.
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Reflection by Geno Erker '20 about his 1st day in Puerto Rico working with the kids in the CODERI Special Education Program.