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Students
Mater Dei High School provides a holistic Catholic educational program, which emphasizes spiritual, academic, social, aesthetic, and athletic endeavors, and promotes enthusiasm for life-long learning.

1. The Mater Dei High School graduate is a person EDUCATED IN GOSPEL VALUES who
  • exhibits an understanding of and respect for Catholic faith and tradition.
  • recognizes and affirms the diversity in the human family.
  • demonstrates compassion toward others.
  • promotes and demonstrates knowledge of social justice.
  • participates in a variety of liturgical, prayer celebrations, and service projects.

2. The Mater Dei High School graduate is an EFFECTIVE COMMUNICATOR who
  • expresses thoughts clearly and correctly in writing.
  • articulates ideas clearly both in presentations and interactions with others.
  • listens attentively and critically.
  • is able to process diverse concepts.
  • values the arts as a means of expression.
3. The Mater Dei High School graduate is a RESPONSIBLE DECISION MAKER who
  • considers a variety of perspectives when drawing conclusions.
  • uses creative and critical thinking skills to solve problems.
  • weighs consequences and takes responsibility for his/ her actions.
  • is able to make objective and informed decisions.
4. The Mater Dei High School graduate is a person LITERATE IN MEDIA AND TECHNOLOGY who
  • utilizes appropriate technological tools to obtain, process, and present information.
  • is capable of using a variety of computer applications.
  • is able to analyze critically print and electronic information sources.
  • demonstrates legal and ethical behavior when using technology and information.
  • exhibits a broad understanding of technology, allowing for further growth.
5. The Mater Dei High School graduate is a SOCIALLY-RESPONSIVE CITIZEN who
  • takes responsibility for his/her own actions.
  • promotes the common good through positive involvement in the larger community.
  • respects diversity, learns and works collaboratively in a multi-cultural setting.
  • reviews world situations in a critical and logical manner.
  • demonstrates civic responsibility.