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The Spartan Spectacular Auction

The Spartan Spectacular Auction is one of De Smet Jesuit’s most cherished traditions, bringing together our community to celebrate and support the mission of forming men for and with others. Proceeds from the evening directly benefit the Spartan Fund, which sustains student scholarships, innovative programs, and the daily life of our school.

We extend our heartfelt thanks to everyone who attended, donated, or supported the Spartan Spectacular Auction on February 8, 2025—your generosity makes a lasting impact on our students. We can’t wait to welcome Spartan Country once again for another unforgettable evening at the Spartan Spectacular on February 7, 2026.

3 De Smet Jesuit Auction Chairs in front of the shield

 

2025-2026 AUCTION CHAIRS

We are thrilled to introduce this year’s Auction Chairs, whose leadership and dedication will make the Spartan Spectacular a night to remember!

  • Lisa & Dan ’91 Sullivan – Parents of Michael ’25 and David ’27

  • Heather & Brant Baldanza – Parents of Dom ’26

  • Jacob & Lesley Whittle – Parents of Ryker ’26 and Cruz ’29

An auction table cheers their shot glasses together

THE SPARTAN SPECTACULAR AUCTION & GALA

The Spartan Spectacular is De Smet Jesuit’s premier fundraising event and an unforgettable night of community, celebration, and generosity. Hosted each February, this annual auction brings together parents, alumni, faculty, and friends to support our mission through exciting live and silent auctions, raffles, and spirited giving. All proceeds directly benefit our students by funding scholarships, campus improvements, and innovative academic programs.

Join us for a night that showcases the best of Spartan Country—because when we come together, we make a lasting impact.

With any questions, please contact our Director of Special Events - Becky Lane, blane@desmet.org

24-25 Spartan Spectacular

A man in a checkered jacket and maroon scarf smiles while handing over a cork at a raffle table decorated with flowers, candles, and gold accents.
A couple poses for a photo under an elaborate maroon, gold, and white balloon arch with star-shaped decorations. A woman in the foreground takes their picture with her phone.
A jazz ensemble of students in white shirts and ties performs alongside a teacher playing trombone. The group is arranged in front of black curtains decorated with string lights and the school crest.
A group of nine students in white shirts and matching maroon patterned ties pose together, smiling for the camera. A festive balloon display in maroon, gold, and white hangs behind them.
A priest stands with a man and woman seated at a decorated dinner table. Behind them, student servers and event signage with glowing school logos are visible.
The De Smet Jesuit Spartan mascot, dressed in gold and maroon armor, poses with raised arms in the gymnasium, where tables are set for the auction.
Guests line up at a check-in table covered in a copper-colored sequin cloth during the Spartan Spectacular auction. The area is crowded with attendees in formal attire under string lights.
A smiling couple holds a bottle of champagne and a numbered bidding paddle, while a priest stands behind them, smiling. The table is decorated with flowers and drinks.
A priest in a black clerical shirt smiles while posing with a man and woman seated at a dinner table. Behind them, guests are seated, and a young student server walks past in the background.
A man in a blue plaid blazer holds up a fan of $100 bills and smiles. Guests around him celebrate the cash prize.
The entrance of De Smet Jesuit High School, featuring a lit bronze statue of Fr. Peter John De Smet, S.J. The front doors glow warmly, and large planters with holiday lights and greenery line the walkway.
A man on stage playfully dumps raffle tickets over a laughing woman’s head during a drawing. Guests in the audience laugh and watch the moment.
A priest stands behind a smiling man holding a gift-wrapped champagne bottle at a table. The gymnasium is filled with guests and glowing event decor.
Two men in suits smile at a formal event while seated at a round table. One man laughs while holding up a bottle of Mumm champagne, and the other leans in smiling. The table is covered with a maroon cloth and set with drinks and desserts. Other guests and tables fill the background in a warmly lit venue.
A priest holding a dog smiling with a student in a tie and dress shirt
Guests gather at a registration table covered with a gold sequin tablecloth at a formal event. Volunteers check guests in, while attendees hold numbered paddles. Twinkling string lights and golden star balloons decorate the background.
A woman embraces a man wearing a clerical collar during a joyful greeting at a crowded event. The woman is smiling warmly, and other guests mingle in the background.
A priest in a black clerical shirt smiles while talking with attendees at a lively indoor event. Warm lighting and a festive backdrop with string lights create a welcoming atmosphere.
A decorative black cutout of a dog wearing a maroon-and-white bow sits in a planter with greenery. A sign attached reads “Bid on me! – Sparty,” suggesting an auction item.
A woman, man, and priest pose together for a photo in a warmly lit banquet hall decorated with string lights and draped fabric. The event is bustling with guests in the background.
Two priests in black clerical attire pose together and smile for a photo at a formal event. Behind them, people chat and mingle in a warmly lit hall.
A smiling woman and man dressed in formal attire sit close together at a banquet table. The man wears a suit and tie and has a name tag, while the table is set with gold chargers, water glasses, and floral centerpieces.
A man in a tuxedo speaks into a microphone while addressing attendees at a formal indoor event. The background features a yellow projected light design and blurred guests seated at tables.
Two student volunteers in white shirts and gold hats carry trays of food between tables as guests enjoy dinner at the auction.
Fr. O’Dwyer, wearing clerical attire, carries a tray of dessert drinks through a crowded banquet hall.
A student volunteer in a gold hat stands near a guest holding up paddle number 417 while attendees watch the stage.
Guests seated around a table cheerfully raise dessert shots in a celebratory toast.
A man and woman smile as they shake hands with the auctioneer holding a microphone.
Students in blazers and ties welcome guests in the school’s front lobby, decorated with maroon and gold drapery, a large “Spartan Spectacular” sign, and golden star balloons.
A wide view of the auction floor with dozens of guests holding up numbered paddles during live bidding.
A couple poses with a man in clerical attire, smiling as the man holds paddle number 446.
A student volunteer in a gold bow tie reads from a podium with the De Smet Jesuit crest while another student stands nearby.
Three women laugh together at a dinner table while one shows a photo on her phone and another holds a small fluffy dog.
A student server delivers a plated dinner to a guest as tables of attendees fill the warmly lit auction venue.
A student server walking around the auction floor with food
A priest bringing an auction guest a bottle of champagne
Two women petting a small puppy
a student in a bowtie and gold hat at a podium
A wine pull display at the auction features rows of wine bottles and gift bags arranged on shelves. A balloon arrangement in school colors stands next to a table draped with gold fabric.
A group of three smiling together
A group table at an auction smiling with Sparty
A wide-angle view of the auction floor shows a packed room with tables, guests, and bright warm lighting.
A group of five people pose together and smile, holding a small dog, with tables and lights in the background.
A group of three guests smile together at their decorated table during the evening event.
Attendees seated at round tables raise paddles during a lively moment of bidding.
A guest wearing a gold hat speaks into a microphone at a podium while the auctioneer looks on.
A man in a gold hat stands holding an auction paddle while guests at nearby tables look on and smile.
A close-up of three smiling guests seated at a table, enjoying drinks and conversation at the auction.
Auction guests enthusiastically raise paddles while seated at tables, reacting to bidding action on stage.
A student jazz ensemble performs in front of a black curtain decorated with string lights and the school crest. Musicians play brass, strings, drums, and keyboard instruments.
A wide shot of attendees seated at large round tables, bidding paddles raised, with a warm orange glow lighting the room.
Two men in suits shake hands and chat in front of the stage while others mingle around them.
A group of three people, including a man holding an auction paddle with the number 373, stand together and smile on the event floor.
A husband and wife and priest poses and smiles at their decorated dinner table during the lively auction evening.
A couple sits at a round banquet table smiling with a priest standing behind them, dressed in semi-formal attire at a crowded auction event.
a priest holding a champagne bottle with a man in a blue jacket
3 teen boys in ties smiling
boy with bleach blond hair playing piano
man in blazer and red shirt smiling
De Smet Mascot, Sparty, standing at a podium
A group of five guests pose together, smiling for the camera. They are dressed in formal and semi-formal attire and wear name tags.
man and woman pulling a raffle
woman in white fur coat walking through a door
group smiling and holding a bottle with a gold bow
Man smiling holding a beer

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