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Academics
We Know How Boys Learn

Our teachers engage our young men with active learning and genuine relationships. See how we do STEM.

College Prep With Flexible Placement

We challenge each student at his level for optimal growth and academic achievement. Visit Departments and Curriculum.
Admissions
Affording De Smet Jesuit

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Arts
Performers of All Levels

Welcoming beginners as well as experienced performers, singers, and musicians plus tech crew and behind-the scenes support to our Fine Arts Department.

When Art and STUCO Combine

Students collaborate for graffiti art to display in hallways. Time Laspe Video
Athletics
RELIVE OUR STATE CHAMPIONSHIPS

Visit our new Trophy Room for stats and season recaps from all of our state championship teams.

FOLLOW YOUR FAVORITE TEAMS

Keep current on your favorite Spartan sports teams. View schedules, rosters and game recaps. Watch major games with DSN - Livestream.
Faith & Service
GROWING IN FAITH

Rooted in the Catholic, Jesuit tradition, we nurture our students' spiritual growth beyond the classroom through retreats, prayer, and community Masses.

CALLED TO SERVE

We form servant leaders through opportunities to give back here at home and around the world.
Giving
AN INVESTMENT UNLIKE ANY OTHER

Your gifts impact every student, every day. Learn more about The Spartan Fund.

CHOOSE HOW TO SUPPORT OUR SPARTANS

Discover your options for supporting De Smet Jesuit. Learn more about ways to give.
Student Life
EMPOWERED STUDENT LEADERS

More than 100 students from all grade levels participate in our student council and enthusiasm is at an all-time high.

WE WANT YOU TO STAY AFTER SCHOOL

We offer 50+ clubs for students to pursue interests, build brotherhood, and develop as leaders. Explore the options.

In This Section

Physical Education

Strengthening mental health, physical well-being, and overall fitness

Taught by 2019 State Championship coaches Dave Stewart (baseball) and Robert Steeples (football) as well as 2019 Missouri Valley Conference Hall of Fame inductee Kent Williams (basketball), our physical education department benefits from excellent role models in athleticism and sportsmanship.

Get involved early! Summer camps available in:

Baseball
Basketball
Football
Golf
Hockey
Lacrosse
Soccer
Ultimate Frisbee
Volleyball
Weightlifting
Wrestling

Athletic Summer Camps for Grade School Boys &
Incoming Freshmen

Students Enjoy

Lifetime Activities

With access to our newly renovated turf field as well as an updated weight room, track, and gymnasium, students learn how to take care of their health in a safe and dynamic environment. In the popular lifetime activities elective, students enjoy an engaging class centered on teamwork and physical activities designed to promote a healthy lifestyle.

At De Smet Jesuit we

Care for the Whole Individual

Incorporating top-tier academics into a healthy lifestyle involves promoting physical activity and mental fitness. Students learn stress relief techniques, proper nutrition guidelines, and the basics of a variety of sports from top-notch coaches.

Physical Education Faculty

Kent Williams

Kent Williams

Teacher/Head Basketball Coach, Department Chair, Head Basketball Coach, Assistant Athletic Director

BS, Marketing, SIU-Carbondale