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
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.
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Senior Awards

Senior Awards

Scholarship and Deadlines:

Scott Davis Wrestling Scholarship – Friday, April 26

Scott Davis Performing Arts Scholarship – Friday, April 26

Mitchell Rimlinger Performing Arts Scholarship – Friday, April 26

Alumni Heritage Fund Award – Thursday, May 2^nd at 4 pm.

What is it?

Senior Awards Night is an evening ceremony celebrating the senior class's achievements and recognitions in monetary awards and scholarships, academic awards, and involvement and/or completion of certain programs on campus.

Who is invited?

Seniors who meet one of the criteria are invited via an e-mail and ParentSquare from the Counseling Department. Families and guests are all welcome to attend.

What this evening program includes:

Opening Prayer

Opening Remarks
Community Scholarship Awards
Highest GPA
Department Awards
ASB and Leadership Awards

Christian Service Awards

Performing Arts Awards

Athletic Awards

Campus Ministry Awards

Monarchs of the Year
Valedictorian, Salutatorian, and Baccalaureate
Closing Remarks

This year’s awards ceremony:

Date: Tuesday, May 21, 2024

Location: Grotto
Time: The ceremony will begin at 6:00 p.m. and should conclude by 8:30 p.m.