Seniors
Senior Info Night
Wednesday, January 21, 2026, at 6:00pm
We are inviting parents and their students to come to Senior Info Night at our theater to learn about all of the Senior events and be able to have a chance to asks questions. Can’t wait to see you there!
A semester full of events to celebrate your accomplishments is here! To give you a better understanding of each events requirements, rules, prices, and other need-to-knows, please refer to the sections to navigate.
We are so excited to be part of your celebrations of achievement!
On this page:
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Senior Info Night
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Parent and Student Agreement
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Graduation
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Skaggs Undergraduate Scholarship
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Senior Breakfast - Mandatory
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Prom
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Grad Nite
PARENT AND STUDENT AGREEMENT
Parents and students are required to sign this agreement and submit it to Ms. Jessica Farley in order to maintain the graduation privileges and attend the different Senior celebrations. Thank you for your understanding.
This agreement will be distributed at the Senior Info Night at January 21st, 2026.
GRADUATION
DATE: Friday, May 22, 2026
TIME: 8:00 AM – 10:00 AM
Students
- Students are to check-in at the theater starting at 6:45 AM. Once they check-in, they are to go directly to their assigned seat in the theater.
- Students should be to campus no later than 7:30 AM. If they are late, they are to go to the side theater door by Gate 2 to be let in.
Dress Code
- BOYS: shirt & tie, khakis or dress pants, dress shoes & socks (no tennis shoes or sneakers)
- GIRLS: sun dresses, blouse and skirt or dress pants (no tennis shoes or sneakers)
- No decorating caps
- Leis or any other decoration that are not provided by Mater Dei Catholic cannot be worn during the graduation ceremony
Caps and Gowns
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Caps, gowns, stoles, chords, and medals that were provided by Mater Dei Catholic are to be worn during the ceremony
- No decorating caps
- Leis or any other decoration that are not provided by Mater Dei Catholic cannot be worn during the graduation ceremony
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Cap and gowns have already been ordered for the students through Jostens by the school
Guests
- Gates open at 7:30 AM
- Guests should arrive and be seated by 7:45 AM
- Gates 1 & 2 will close at 7:40 AM, and all late arrivals will be directed to enter through gate 3
- Seats are first come, first serve
- All guests must be wearing a wristband to enter
- No balloons, large signs, or noisemakers will be allowed at the ceremony
Guest Tickets
- Each graduate will receive 10 guest tickets, which will be in the form of wristbands
- Wristbands will be distributed to the graduates at graduation practice on Thursday, May 22nd
Optional Graduation Products
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If you are interested in any optional graduation products, such as graduation announcements and class jewelry, you can order them directly through Josten
*Promo code: SENIORGIFT40 gives you $40 off class jewelry (some exclusions may apply)
MDCHS Skaggs Undergraduate Scholarship for Graduating Seniors
Mater Dei Catholic High School is honored to offer a new scholarship opportunity exclusively for graduating MDCHS seniors. The Skaggs Undergraduate Scholarship is a special award created to support students continuing on to a two- or four-year college or university in pursuit of an undergraduate degree, and to help ensure their first year of college begins with confidence and momentum.
This remarkable opportunity has been made possible through the extraordinary generosity of the Skaggs family, whose vision and commitment were also instrumental in endowing our Academy of Science and the Juan Diego Adult Centers.
Scholarship Eligibility Criteria
- Enrolled into a 4-year University or a 2-year College by Monday, May 4, 2026.
- Submitted application along with 2–3-minute video essay to school website by Monday, May 4, 2026.
- Has met all requirements to earn a diploma from Mater Dei Catholic High School (as per the current Curriculum Guide) by the graduation date of Friday, May 22, 2026.
- Provide proof of enrollment and registration, and a remaining balance for the Fall 2026 term at their two-year or four-year college of choice by Monday, June 8, 2026.
Scholarship funds will be shared among all qualifying applicants, meaning the exact amount each student receives will depend on the total number of eligible applicants. We strongly encourage every eligible Crusader to apply and take advantage of this generous gift.
SENIOR BREAKFAST
DATE: Thursday, May 21, 2026
TIME: 10:00AM – 11:30AM
LOCATION: Gym Courtyard
ATTIRE: Semi-formal
Mandatory Attendance
- Students will enjoy a catered breakfast with their class and teachers.
- After breakfast we will a mandatory practice for the graduation ceremony.
GRAD NITE
DATE: Friday, May 8th, 2026 - Saturday, May 9th, 2026
TIME: Leaving school at 10 AM and return at 2 AM
LOCATION: Disney California Adventure Park
DRESS CODE: Casual attire
Students will be told to call parents once we are on our way home and close to campus.
Permission Slip
Permission slip will be available January 22nd, 2026.
Form will be linked on the online store and must be signed and submitted by both student and parent before purchasing ticket.
Tickets
Tickets will be available on January 22nd, 2026 until February 20th, 2026.
Rules for Grad Nite
- Students must attend school on Friday, May 9th to attend
- Snacks and water for the bus ride will be provided by the school
- No outside food or drinks will be allowed on the bus
- Bag and other security checks will be done before boarding the bus and through Disneyland
PROM: Due Date is April 16th
DATE: Saturday, April 25th, 2026
TIME: 7:00 - 10:00 PM
LOCATION: Deck 655
655 W. Broadway, San Diego, CA 92101
DRESS CODE: Formal
Permission Slip
Permission slip is not available yet!
Form will be linked on the online store and must be signed and submitted by both student and parent before purchasing ticket.
Prom Ticket Sales start: TBD
Not available yet!
Prom Guest Policy and Rules
This dance is only for MDCHS Graduating Seniors and a (1) guest. All guests must complete a Guest Pass Form - due: TBD
Permission slip is not available yet!
Submit form with Ms. Jessica Farley
Guest considerations and rules:
- Guests are:
- Non-MDCHS students
- MDCHS underclassmen
- Guests cannot be over the age of 19