Mater Dei High School

About MD
Mater Dei is a distinguished destination of excellence in academics and technology, the arts, faith and service, campus life, and athletics. We are proud to be Orange County’s oldest and largest Catholic high school.
Admissions
Your journey to becoming a Monarch starts here! Tour campus, schedule a shadow day, begin your application, and more. We are excited for you to join the MD family!
Programs
Built on Catholic fellowship and intellectual rigor, our programs in academics, technology, athletics, faith and service, and the arts provide unlimited opportunities for student success. Comprehensive counseling and wellness resources educate and bolster families throughout the high school journey.
Faith in Action
Guided by the articulation of Catholic Social Teachings, Mater Dei prioritizes the faith development of our students with an emphasis on Christian service. We believe this allows our students to grow in their spiritual lives while living our gospel values through giving back to others and truly experiencing the face of God.
Campus Life
Through avenues of leadership, faith, shared interests, and extracurricular activities and events, students can make Mater Dei their own. Get involved today!
Community
Tradition never graduates. Alumni, lifetime parents, grandparents, and friends are a vital and vibrant aspect of our community. Once a Monarch, always a Monarch.
Giving
Behind every achievement, success, and championship, stand the alumni, parents, faculty, staff, and friends who fortify our future. We invite you to support MD in a variety of ways with a gift that is meaningful to you.
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Biography

About
Mr. Barsuglia has been at Mater Dei since 2003 where he has served in a variety of roles. First and foremost, he is an English Teacher. He has previously served as Chair of the English Department, Director of Film & Media Arts, Director of Campus Events, Summer School Assistant Principal, Club Moderator, Coach of the Surf Team, as well as having been a Self-Study Coordinator for WASC. Additionally, he has been heavily involved with the development of curriculum in both the English and Film & Media Arts Departments.

What I Love About MD
It is a joy to see students become excited about a subject matter and take ownership and pride for the work they accomplish in the classroom.

Other experience: Mr. Barsuglia has worked extensively in education, entertainment, and publishing. Prior to Mater Dei, he taught at Santa Ana Community College, Long Beach City College, and National University.

Education: Master of Arts, English Literature, Cal State University of Long Beach. Bachelor of Arts, Media Arts, Cal State University of Chico.

At MD since: 2003

Teaching since: 1996

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Name: Mr. Brian Barsuglia
Position: English Teacher
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