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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Class of 2024 Christian Service Program Graduation Requirement

Graduation Requirements for Christian Service Program – Check List

To participate in all graduation ceremonies, and to receive your diploma, ALL the requirements below must be completed.

Required hours must be submitted & verified by the organization by Friday, February 2, 2024. (final Approval cannot be given without proper submittal & verification) CLICK HERE for more information about "total hours" needed and CLICK HERE for MobileServe information.

Senior Service Award of 400+ hours. Students are awarded an honor cord to wear at graduation. All hours must be submitted, verified, and approved by April 12, 2024.

Christian Service Exit Reflection (Small Group Discussion, In-Person Written Project, & Project option) - Varies dates will be offered for in-person completion February-April 2024 during Office Hours (prior sign-up required.)

IMPORTANT: Until all hours are submitted, verified, and approved AND the Senior Christian Service Exit Reflection is complete, students will not be cleared to graduate. This includes picking up your cap and gown, participating in any graduation ceremonies, and Grad Night.

Questions? Contact the Director of Christian Service or have your student come by the Campus Ministry office to speak to someone directly.