School Overview
Information for Prospective Students
Thank you for considering Bishop O'Dowd High School, an exciting
Catholic college preparatory high school with a tradition of academic
excellence.
To apply online for the 2011-2012 school year, click here.
Our engaging and challenging curriculum includes:
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Visual Arts including drawing, painting, ceramics, computer art and TV Production.
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Performing Arts including award winning drama, music and chorus.
Click here to see a slideshow of productions.
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Computer Programming and multi-media design courses
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An extensive Counseling program, including college counseling, personal support, and professional support for students with learning differences.
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English-with numerous electives and a strong writing component.
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Languages-including French, Italian, Latin, and Spanish.
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Mathematics-Algebra through BC Calculus.
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Physical Education-all levels.
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Religious Studies focused on teens' spiritual needs with many electives.
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Science-from Biology, Chemistry, General Science, Earth & Environmental Science, Integrated Science through Physics.
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Social Science including American and World History, Economics, Government, Holocaust, Psychology, and other electives.
Extensive Honors and AP courses are offered in every department except Physical Education and Religious Studies. The academic program is supported by professional and caring teachers and a model Academic Support Center.
Bishop O'Dowd's advanced technology, wireless campus and integrated use of laptops throughout the curricula will advance your learning and prepare you for working and learning in the digital age.
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Campus Ministry
Our Campus Ministry and Religious Studies programs support the spiritual growth and development of each student. All students share in the rich traditions of the Catholic faith while celebrating and learning about the religious diversity of our community. A hallmark of our religious education is the respect offered to non-Catholic students who we encourage to grow in their own spiritual traditions. Campus Ministry and Religious Studies offer the following activities and services:
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Student Activities
Our student activities program provides a diverse array of almost 50 clubs and organizations designed to spur your interests while providing outlets for socializing and leadership. From Student Government to the Karma Club, there is a club for anyone and everyone, and most importantly, they're a whole lot of fun!!
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Athletics
More than 700 athletes play on 55 teams in 16 interscholastic sports plus lunch-time intramurals. We are proud of our tradition of a value rich athletic excellence second to none in the Bay Area. We are even more proud of our commitment to many no-cut sports in order to provide full participation for a wide range of student athletes.
Bishop O'Dowd is an exemplary, full-service school focused on helping students become the best they an be in every major area of human growth. We welcome the opportunity to introduce you to our campus programs, faculty, and students through our fall tour program and our Open House on Sunday, November 1th, 2009 from 1PM to 3PM
Bishop O'Dowd High School admits students of any race, color, national and ethnic origin to all the rights, privileges, programs and activities generally accorded and made available to students at the school. The school does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin in the administration of educational, athletic or school-related programs.
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