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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Special Games 2024

Mater Dei's 38th Annual Special Games

Date: Saturday, March 16th, 2024

Event Time: 9am-1pm

Lunch: Athlete's lunch is provided

We will be returning to the track & field again for an in-person, fun-filled day of events at

Mater Dei High School

1202 W. Edinger Ave, Santa Ana, CA

Special Games Outreach is an event for athletes with special needs (recommended age 4-40 with moderate to high skills level and energy). The event is held on the athletic fields at Mater Dei High School. Each athlete is paired with a Mater Dei student buddy who will accompany them the entire day. There are no fees to participate in our Special Games and lunch will be provided for each athlete. Reservations will be taken on a first come basis and pre-registration will be required. Check back for more information closer to the event date.

SAVE-THE-DATE and more information to come soon!

--Please feel free to email Maurissa Talarico with any questions

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