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Volume 48 / Number 1 / August 2017 De Smet Jesuit High School / 233 N. New Ballas Rd. / St. Louis, MO 63141
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Letter from the Principal
Kevin Berns / Adviser Jacob Young / Editor-in-Chief
Dear Spartans,
Grant Stegman / Editor-in-Chief
Welcome back to Sparta. Its been great to see so many of you back in the hallways and on the field. We missed you. We are turning 50 years old this year—pretty cool. On this anniversary, we will be reflecting on our tradition as a school while adapting to where we are going as an institution. We have some cool things planned for the upcoming year. All of our work this year will have an overarching Jesuit theme of “Finding God in All Things.” We are an optimistic community that finds God in amazing things like the upcoming eclipse and also in the little interactions we have with each other. We need to assume the best—find God—in all of our interactions this year. I bet you are thinking about the switch to an extended period schedule. These schedules aren’t new to us; we have had some version of a block for the past 20 years. Our move is going to allow two big benefits for you. First, you are going to be digging deeper into your classes. You and your teachers will have more time to do more engaging activities and work. Secondly, I think you are going to feel calmer at school with the new pace of classes. We will have fewer transition times, a study hall, and homework for 4 classes instead of 7 each night. I am excited for you all. We really want student government and a new advocacy board to provide more of a voice for you at school. I am looking forward to seeing you engage your education this year using your reps and the board to share ideas and express concerns. With so many new things coming online, we need your input to achieve the magis—the more—at De Smet Jesuit. We are going to have a great year together. I want to leave you with a challenge. The word “other” is literally at the core of the word “brotherhood.” In order to form a stronger brotherhood, we can’t just focus on friends. (You really only need a few—sometimes just one--friend for happiness, research shows,) We have to focus on others; “others” are anybody you and your friends aren’t. If you are a football player, I challenge you to get to know someone in drama. If you are into robotics, get to know someone on the soccer team. If you are from South county, get to know someone from North county. You get the picture. We can’t strengthen our brotherhood without focusing on others. Finding God in All things starts with finding God in others.
Here’s to a great year, gentlemen. Go Spartans! Principal Trevor Bonat
Letter from the Editor
To start off the new school year, we as a staff have decided to create a first day issue. The content of this issue is to inform both the new coming students and returning students of what has changed. Our double truck will feature some quick info on the new teachers so that every student has basic knowledge about their teachers. Also the double truck is featuring the new grading scale and new discipline changes so that students know how their grades will work this year and what they will need to do to stay out of trouble. The back cover has three maps so that everyone who is new to the school knows how to get around the school. With that being said, let’s have a good year and good luck everyone. Jacob Young, Editor-in-Chief
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Nick Einig / Web Editor Josh Becher / Copy Editor Dalton Hahn / Staff Writer Mario Ghazal/ Staff Writer Chris Bateman / Staff Writer Mitchell Martinez / Staff Writer Zack Hilboldt / Staff Writer Spencer Caldwell / Staff Writer Brennan Dolnick / Staff Writer
Our Mission
The goals of The Mirror, as De Smet Jesuit’s official student newspaper, are to provide accurate information in the spirit of responsible journalism, to entertain and to offer a forum for the ideas of students, parents, graduates, faculty and administrators. By-lined commentaries represent the opinions of their writers; they do not necessarily express the views of the administration, faculty, student body, or The Mirror staff and its adviser. Editorials without bylines represent the opinions of the editors and the staff. At least a three-fourths majority of the staff is needed for an article to be considered an opinion of the paper. The Mirror welcomes letters to the editor. Letters should be limited to 500 words and should be submitted to the publications office in Room 212 or emailed to desmetpress@gmail.com. All letters must be signed, but names will be withheld upon request.
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Opinion
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QUALITIES
of the Grad at Grad
Open to Growth
Loving
A person develops to a level that reflects some intentional responsibility for one’s own growth.
The graduate reaches levels of relationships in which one can disclose himself and accept the mystery of another person and cherish him/her.
Intellectually Competent
Commited to Justice The graduate has been inspired to develop the awareness and skills necessary to live in a global society as a person for and with others.
The student will have developed intellectual skills that go beyond academic requirements for college.
Develop as a leader
Religious The graduate will have examined his own religious feelings and beliefs towards God and establish a relationship with a religious tradition.
The graduate is aware of his responsibility to be a leader in the Ignatian tradition of service and collaboration.
Senior Advice by Mitchell Martinez, Staff Writer
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Apply for college and scholarships as early as possible.
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Grades are important, have a good time but focus on your work before.
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Don’t be afraid to get involved with new things even though it is your last year.
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Get your senior project done sooner rather than later.
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Do not be afraid to ask for help.
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Make time for other things to make it memorable.
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Try very hard not to be lazy with school work and or college.
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Set a good example for underclassman.
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Keep your future in mind.
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Freshman Advice by Grant Stegman , Editor-in-Chief
1 Make new friends by getting involved. Go to a sporting event, join a new club, etc. De Smet has plenty of after school and extra curricular activities to be involved with. Do not sell yourself short! Get involved! Also don’t be afraid to talk to your counselors and your teachers.
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ave school supplies before school and classes start. Get supplies as early as possible to be prepared. High School is different than grade school, you will want to be ahead of the game.
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Learn the map of the school and where everything is. It is good to know this in case any questions come about. See our back cover for the map.
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Follow all of the rules. Starting off high school with a lot of demerits is no fun. Follow the rules and you will be on your way.
5 Do not be afraid to show who you are. If you are a theater person show it. If you are a practicing Catholic, show it. Every school needs variety, show it off. Page design by Chris Bateman
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... in with the new
John Pukala
Athletic Director Hazelwood Central’s Old Varsity Football Head Coach and Athletic Director
A look into the changes for this school year.
“I also coached baseball and golf at Hazelwood Central.”
Harold Barker Physics and Geometry Wantd to get involved in athletics “I am looking forward to building relationships with my students and their families.”
Barbara Kersting
Learning Consultant Learning Consultant at John F. Kennedy Catholic High School “I would like to join faculty members in hosting events for the school community.”
Lisa Knabe
Theology Campus Minister at Visitation Academy “Excited to get to know the young men in school and immersing myself in Ignation Spirituality.”
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Adele Phillips
Math ASC from Regis University in Denver. “Excited to see students and show them how beautiful math is.”
Dr. Latoshia Ellis Director of Student Support Supporter of the BBQ Club “The BBQ club will be at the top of my list of things to do.”
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DR. AEDRYAN COX Biology Head Wrestling Coach
“Everyone here genuinely enjoys being here. There is a strong sense of community.”
Daniel Pichler
Biology, Chemistry, and Intro to Computing Assistant Freshman Football Coach “I want to have the opprotunity to create an impact on kids of a newer generation.”
Debbie Higgins
Director of Communications Senior, John Higgins mother “I’ll be everywhere with my camera! It is the best way to meet new people.”
Laura Elliot Counselor Moderator of ‘Companiero’s’ “Jesuit identity, sense of brotherhood that all the students talk about.”
New Grading Scale A+ 100-97% B+
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New Schedule Administration unveils its new allblock schedule this year. Making each class 75 minutes. Each day will be either an A,B, or C day. A day means having your first 4 class periods. B day is having your 5-8 periods on that day. This is an ongoing daily rotation. On some days, however, C day will include all 8 classes on one day. These classes on C day will be 35 minutes.
New Discipline Some new discipline rules are coming about this year. One change is tennis shoe and hoodie removal. Also, tables is being removed, students will be responsable for their own mess. Every class period, attendence will be taken. Finally, we are using G.R.I.T. as a big part of school discipline. G for get to class, R for respecting prayer and mass, I for in dress code and T for building trust. Finally, seniors WILL be able to come in late and or leave school early depending on their study hall. Page design by Grant Stegman
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Sports
Intro into Spartan fall sports Cross Country
Football
Soccer
by Zack Hilbolt , Staff Writer
by Chris Bateman , Staff Writer
Last year, the football team started off well with a two and one and a great comeback win against Rock Bridge. The team soon ran into some tough opponents finishing with a two and eight record. The team has a lot of starters. However, they have a different mindset, and a better attitude. The team’s motto is M.A.A.D. Men, which stands for mindset, action, accountability, and discipline.
Last season, the soccer team had a lot of unfinished business. As this season approaches they would like retribution. With new senior leaders, new sophomores and juniors they look to have a great season. The main goal is the same as previous years. Go to Soccer Park. This season Coach Josh Klein looks to improve relationships between players; when players are on the same page they usually produce better results.
Swimming
by Dalton Hahn, Staff Writer The Cross Country season The swim team finished is just getting started. Head last season with a 2- 6 Coach, Bryan Traughber made record. The Senior Captain some changes to the game plan Josh Becher plans to help this year. Using last season as improve himself and his team mates. a blueprint the team is more “We want to be faster, focused on themselves than stronger, and become more figuring out what other teams dependable,” Becher said. are doing to win. Showing “As a Captain I want to up on time, running during have a good influence on practice, and encouraging the team.” each other are all part of this The team hope to process. The goal for this year improve as swimmers and is to focus on each runner to as teammates. Along with reach their highest potential, working on their skills the reach their goal paces, and run team tries to become more with maximum effort every disciplined and determined practice and meet. to win. by Nick Einig , Web Editor
Friday night spotlight 1 Pas 969 yar sing ds
featuring , Nate Martens , Junior Quarterback
17 TD passes
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15.5 yards per completion
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Sports at home in August and September August 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31
August 18 Varsity Football against Hazelwood Central August 22 Varsity Swim Meet at Ritneour August 23 Varsity Soccer against Eureka August 25 Varsity Football against Rock Bridge August 31 Cross Country meet at Jefferson Barracks
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photo by Nick Plassmeyer
September 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30
September 2 Varsity Soccer against Francis Howell Central September 8 Varsity Football against SLUH September 9 Cross Country at Forest Park photo by Nick Plassmeyer
September 14 Varsity Soccer against Chaminade September 18 Varsity Soccer against Edwardsville September 23 Cross Country at Jefferson Barracks September 26 Varsity Soccer against Rock Bridge September 29 Varsity Football against Chaminade The Mirror desmetmirror.com
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1. Tyler O’Conner cotinues pushing during the Cross Country Sectionals meet. 2. The Varsity team says the National Athem before the game agaisnt Fort Zumwalt West. 3. Avi Wesseh dribbles past a CBC defender. 4. Mitch Meyer swims the butterfly in the 100 meter. 5. De Smet fans cheers on the football team against Fort Zumwalt West.
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News
Summer Trips Insights to what happened at the Canada and Nicaragua summer trips.
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Top 5 Most Active Clubs
Spanish Club
Senior Bucket List
Burger Club
Quadcopter CLub
Engineering Club
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1. The second day of the trip begins with a hike up the Cerro Negro volcano. 2. During a break from school, two Nicaraguan boys pose for a picture. 3. Tired and exhausted, the team continues to hike up the volcano. through the middle of the day. 4. After a long morning of canoeing, the pilgrimage takes a break on Perry Island. 5. Paddling hard, the Pilgrims canoe on the Georgian Bay on their way to Wreck Island.
Coffee Club
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Make a playlist for the school year Plan a good senior prank Maintain an A average Go to Prom Do something out of your comfort zone Get accepted into college Go on a roadtrip with your friends Get an award for something Go on Kairos Go to daily mass Try a new sport Read all your books Never get a JUG Make something for the school Get a job Make a new friend Page design by Nick Einig
Mapping out the school
BAND WEIGHT ROOM
WRESTLING
LOCKER ROOM
1st Floor The first floor features the world languages and theology departmants. Along with Mrs. Higgins (Director of Communications) who took over Mr. Dressler’s old office.
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2nd Floor
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The second floor is dedicated to the English and history departments. But now Mr. Lenzini, new Dean of Students, took over Fr. Pinne’s old room 200. Room 205, Mr. Mohan’s room, has been turned into the Student Support Center. The IT center is located in room 208, any computer problems will be fixed there.
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BALLAS
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MAIN OFFICE
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ART
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CAMPUS MINISTRY
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EMERSON
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3rd Floor The third floor is based around the science and math departments. But also in rooms 300 and 302 there are electives art and business/personal finance.
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ROBOTICS
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COUNSELING CENTER
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SECOND FLOOR MAGIS CENTER
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