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

Mar 4 Wed
- Reconciliation Days
  Campus Ministry
Mar 5 Thu
- Reconciliation Days
  Campus Ministry
Mar 8 Sun
- Walk in Faith 85 (Mission San Luis Rey)
  Campus Ministry
Mar 9 Mon
- Walk in Faith 85 (Mission San Luis Rey)
  Campus Ministry
Mar 10 Tue
- Walk in Faith 85 (Mission San Luis Rey)
  Campus Ministry
Mar 18 Wed
- Spring Sports Mass 7:30 AM (LeVecke)
  Campus Ministry
Mar 19 Thu
- Special Games Mandatory Training (LeVecke)
  Campus Ministry
Mar 20 Fri
- Honor, Glory, Love: Freshmen Formational Retreat #5 8:30 AM – 2 PM (Our Lady of La Vang)
  Campus Ministry
Mar 24 Tue
- St. Pius Middle School Retreat 8:30 AM – 2 PM (Grotto & Chapel)
  Campus Ministry
Mar 28 Sat
- Special Games 9 AM – 12:30 PM (MD Athletic Fields)
  Campus Ministry
Mar 31 Tue
- All School Mass - Holy Week Mass (MAC)
  Campus Ministry

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