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
- Students
- Parents
- Faculty
- Alumni
- Grandparents
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.

News & Announcements

Coach Rollinson Honored on House Floor - Watch CSPAN video!

Coach Rollinson Honored on House Floor - Watch CSPAN video!

Members of U.S. House of Representatives Honor Mater Dei and Coach Bruce Rollinson

Summer School Information & Registration

Summer School Information & Registration

Athletic Department Golf Tournament - 5/15/23

Athletic Department Golf Tournament - 5/15/23

Save the Date for 5/15/23 and join in support of our 52nd Annual Golf Classic benefitting all student athletes at Mater Dei!

Spirit of Josef Award Nominations

Spirit of Josef Award Nominations

This award recognizes a current MD employee who exhibits the spirit of Josef by exemplifying his best traits. Students, parents, faculty, staff, and administration are encouraged to submit nominations.

Digital Elective Fair

Digital Elective Fair

Students in grades 9-11, come explore the exciting elective options available for next school year.

Sports Physicals Clinic - 5/20/23

Sports Physicals Clinic - 5/20/23

Register today to complete your student athlete's sports physical for the 23-24 school year.

Frank McManus, Jr., Named as New Head Football Coach

Frank McManus, Jr., Named as New Head Football Coach

McManus, a nationally recognized assistant coach, has served Mater Dei High School for the last 16 years and as the varsity defense backs coach for the last 7 years. He has been a key contributor to achieving Trinity League, CIF and California State Championships as well as the 2017, 2018, and 2021 National Championships. Click to read full press release.

The Totals are In!

The Totals are In!

Thanks to our entire community for your support of our largest fundraiser of the year. Proceeds benefit crucial school-wide programs and innovative technology upgrades which benefit ALL Mater Dei students.

Enjoy the latest issue of the Scarlet & Gray Magazine

Enjoy the latest issue of the Scarlet & Gray Magazine

The official magazine of Mater Dei! This issue features great stories about alumni, current students, faculty and staff, and more!

National Signing Day - 2/1/23

National Signing Day - 2/1/23

12 student athletes signed their National Letter of Intent on 2/1/23 to continue competing in the sport they love at the college level.

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