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

Events

Jan 11 Sun
- Walk in Faith 84 (TBD)
  Campus Ministry
Jan 12 Mon
- Walk in Faith 84 (TBD)
  Campus Ministry
Jan 13 Tue
- Walk in Faith 84 (TBD)
  Campus Ministry
Jan 16 Fri
- Spiritual Formation Meeting 3 PM (Chapel Annex)
  Campus Ministry
Jan 20 Tue
- Senior Service Retreat 7 AM – 3 PM (TBD)
  Campus Ministry
Jan 21 Wed
- Senior Service Retreat 7 AM – 3 PM (TBD)
  Campus Ministry
- Mass with Performing Arts 7:30 AM (LeVecke)
  Campus Ministry
Jan 22 Thu
- Junior Retreat (TBD)
  Campus Ministry
- Spiritual Formation Meeting 3 PM (Chapel Annex)
  Campus Ministry
Jan 23 Fri
- Junior Retreat (TBD)
  Campus Ministry
Jan 30 Fri
- Class of '26 Christian Service Hours Due
  Campus Ministry
Jan 31 Sat
- Faith Fest & Family Mass — Celebrating 75 Years of Excellence in Catholic Education 4 PM (Grotto)
  Campus Ministry

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