Mater Dei High School
Forward in Vision, Rooted in Tradition

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

Class of 1976

WELCOME HOME CLASS OF 1976

Planning is underway for the class of 1976's 50th High School Reunion and we can't wait to celebrate this wonderful milestone with you! Fifty years of memories, friendships, and Monarch pride deserve a celebration worthy of the occasion.

After all... no one ever says they wish they hadn't gone to their reunion, they only say they wish they had.
Let’s make this 50th reunion something we’ll all be talking about at the 60th!

If you wish to help plan your 50th reunion or update your contact information, please e-mail Danielle Hill '01 Mater Dei's Manager of Annual Fund & Alumni Relations or contact Joe Conway '76.

If you would like to pay by check please contact Danielle Hill '01 Mater Dei's Manager of Annual Fund & Alumni Relations. All checks are made payable to:

Mater Dei Monarch Foundation

1202 West Edinger Ave.

Santa Ana CA, 92707