Mater Dei High School

The Mater Dei High School graduate is a person literate in media and technology.

Strong Record of Success

With over 99% of our graduates attending college, and SAT and ACT scores well above state and national averages, there is a strong record of success in the classroom at Mater Dei.

Academics at Mater Dei

Mater Dei’s academic program provides a foundation for students to succeed in college and beyond.

The Essence of Mater Dei

Mater Dei’s student body is rich in cultural, geographic and socio-economic diversity. Our students bring a variety of gifts and talents to a large school with a small school atmosphere.

Tradition of Excellence

Nearly 24,000 call Mater Dei alma mater and have successfully handed down our tradition of excellence to each generation of Monarchs.

Getting Involved

Over 91% of our student body is involved in at least one extra or co-curricular activity, continuing MD’s tradition of developing well-rounded students.

Making a Difference

Mater Dei students know the importance of giving back and helping others in our own community and abroad.

Athletics at Mater Dei

Offering 24 sports over three seasons, MD Athletics have seen tremendous success with nearly 60 State, CIF and National championships in the last 10 years.

The Arts at Mater Dei

Students at Mater Dei have many avenues to express their creativity through our strong visual and performing arts programs.

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Upcoming Events

	FS Red & FS Gray Boys Soccer @ CdM Tourney (CdM) Date: 1/28/2012 Location: Corona del Mar HS
	OV / AVM - Golden Star Soccer Date: 1/28/2012
	Entrance Exam Date: 1/28/2012 Time: 7:45 AM–1:15 PM
	Southern California Private Schools Academic Decathlon (SCPSAD) Subject Events & Awards @ Alemany HS Date: 1/28/2012 Time: 8:00 AM Location: Alemany HS
	FS & JV Wrestling @ SoCal Championships (Downey HS) Date: 1/28/2012 Time: 9:00 AM Location: Downey HS
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News and Announcements

	Boys Basketball / Mater Dei @ St. John Bosco - 1/27
	"California Winter" - Winter Formal 2012 Get all the latest information, including dress code, ticket sales and location, for the upcoming Winter Formal.
	2012-13 Admissions Applications for the 2012-13 school year are still available. We continue to review completed application packets and encourage you to apply now.
	Entrance Exam Information - 1/28 & 2/11 Mater Dei High School will offer two dates for the entrance exam - January 28 and February 11 both at 7:45 a.m. in the Meruelo Athletic Center. We do not require applicants to pre-register for the exam.
	AERIES Access & Trouble Shooting Tips The Aeries Parent and Student Portal is accessible via the parent and student tabs on the MD website. Click link above to find useful trouble shooting tips on accessing the Aeries portal.
	Need Based Financial Aid Applications for 2012-13 School Year Available NOW
	Junior High Leadership Training Day - 2/12/12 from 9:30 to 4:30 Mater Dei has partnered with The Association of Catholic Student Councils (TACSC) and is excited to offer "Learning to Lead" - a full leadership training day to students in grades 5, 6, and 7 who are interested in developing their leadership skills OR are considering running for student council. Student council moderators are welcome and encouraged to attend too! Our wonderful ASB students will serve as mentors and workshop leaders. We hope that you will plan to join us. Space is limited to 300 attendees.
	2012 Nike Extravaganza - Ticket & Tournament Information Our 16th Annual Nike Extravaganza will take place Friday, February 4 through Saturday, February 5 here in the Meruelo Athletic Center at Mater Dei High School. This annual event brings the top high school basketball teams in the nation here to Mater Dei with a very unique array of match-ups.
	Mrs. Holly-Haynes Nichols '98 Travels Through India Mater Dei alumna and Social Studies Department Teacher, Holly Haynes-Nicols '98 has been traveling and studying in India during these first weeks of the New Year. Follow her on her travels through our blog, The Mane Message.
	A Special Message from Cory Hahn '10 & News about the Cory Hahn Benefit Golf Tournament Cory Hahn has a special message for the MD community regarding his ongoing recovery and a wonderful program with Trinity Bats.
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