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.

Biography

About
I have taught freshmen, sophomores, and seniors in Religious Studies. I joined the MD administrative leadership team in 2021 and began the new role of Assistant Principal of Catholic Identity & Formation in 2022.

What I Love About MD
I love accompanying students on their journey here at Mater Dei. I also enjoy working with great colleagues in promoting the mission and philosophy of Mater Dei.

Education: MA in Theology – Loyola Marymount University; MA in Catholic School Administration; BA in Psychology - UC Santa Barbara

At MD since: 2007

Teaching since: 2007

Name: Mrs. Jeni Dennin
Position: Assistant Principal Catholic Identity and Formation
Email: Send email
Phone: (714) 850-9556