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 Bishop O'Dowd High School focuses on excellence in Catholic education, preparing tomorrow's leaders for lives of personal, intellectual and spiritual growth. We invite you to read about our efforts to promote critical thinking, teamwork and creativity for lifelong learning, leadership and service. |
O'Dowd's 60th Anniversary Celebration Coming Up
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Parent-Teacher-Student Conferences
We invite you to participate in parent-teacher-student conferences so that you can discuss your student's progress, class expectations, and learning strategies with his/her teacher(s). Conferences can also be scheduled with counselors.
Conferences are taking place on Thursday, March 8, from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m., based on teacher availability. All conferences are 10 minutes in length. Schedule a conference...
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A Pair of Soccer Championships
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Basketball Teams Advance in NCS Playoffs
Games Tonight at Chabot College
The No. 1 seed women's basketball team (24-3 overall) takes on No. 4 seed Acalanes (15-12 overall) in the semifinals of the NCS Division III playoffs at Chabot College tonight. Tipoff is 6:30 p.m. Check bracket...
The No. 1 seed men's basketball team (22-5 overall) takes on No. 4 seed El Cerrito (20-7 overall) in the semifinals of the NCS Division III playoffs at Chabot College tonight. Tipoff is 8 p.m. Check bracket... Back to Top
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Richard Longrus '12 Named Cal-Hi Sports State Athlete of the Week
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O'Dowd Debate Conquers Oregon
O'Dowd Debate turned in a thoroughly dominating performance at the February 24 - 25 Robert Clark Invitational hosted by the University of Oregon. The tournament is the largest and most prestigious high school forensics invitational in the Pacific Northwest. Read more...
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Mission Drive Underway
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The Campus Ministry sponosored Mission Drive continues through Friday, March 2, with a variety of educational and fundraising activities scheduled to support African Orphans Foundation.
Former O'Dowd faculty member and African Orphans Foundation trustee Brad Goodhart spoke to the student body on Feb. 16 about the orphanage, which is located in Uganda.
The Mission Drive's primary fundraising activity is a Penny Competition, in which students are asked to bring in coins and dollars to put into their class jars.
Please clean our those drawers, cups and piggy banks filled with change and send the coins in with your child. Checks made out to Bishop O'Dowd - Mission Drive can also be accepted. Thanks in advance for your generosity.
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Black History Month Assembly
 | Ariell Bostick's poetry reading at the
Black History Month Assembly |
O'Dowd students enjoyed stirring song, poetry readings and dance performances at last week's Black History Month Assembly. The theme of the assembly was "The Revolution Will Not Be Televised," based on the poem by Gil Scott Herron. The program revolved around revolutions of all types throughout history.
Guest speaker Spencer Sykes II talked about significance of the Port Chicago disaster and how the event helped fuel the Civil Rights movement in the San Francisco Bay Area.
Check out all the videos of the event on the school's YouTube channel...
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O'Dowd Actor Profile: Matt Tiemstra '12
Matt Tiemstra '12 talks about his upcoming role in "How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying." Read more...
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"How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying" Tickets Now Available
"How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying" will play eight performances over three weekends, opening April 27 and closing on May 13. Order tickets...
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Dominic Miroglio '13 Selected for Elite 11 Quarterback Competition
 O'Dowd's Dominic Miroglio '13 has been invited to participate in the Elite 11 Quarterback Competition, a Nike and ESPNRise event featuring the top high school quarterbacks in the nation. Miroglio will attend a regional camp at Contra Costa College on May 18, where he'll receive advanced, one-on-one quarterback instruction. Other regional camps are being held in Dallas, Atlanta, New York City, Columbus, Ohio, and Las Vegas. Read more... Back to Top
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Katelyn O'Keefe '14 Leads Living Lab Work Days
 Katelyn O'Keefe '14 announced in December 2011 that, for her Girl Scout Gold Award Project, she will build a memorial circle in the center of the redwood trees in the Living Lab in honor of the memory of Anna Costa '90, who was killed in an automobile accident on her way home from school in the fall of 1989.
The memorial circle will include two stairway entrances with wrap around benches, granite pavers, and a mosaic centerpiece. This centerpiece will seal into the circle a time capsule containing gifts and memorabilia from the Costa family and friends - and its design will feature an Anna's hummingbird (a local species commonly seen in the Living Lab). Read more...
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Student Engineered Steamboats Tested
Dr. Dave Hodul's engineering students raced steamboats at lunchtime on Feb 16. The more than 20 designs created by students were powered by tiny,
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Director of Curriculum and Instruction Colette Roche in the News
Colette Roche, O'Dowd's director of curriculum and instruction, was featured recently on the Cal State East Bay website. Check it out...
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Brenna Hyland '12 Rings Opening Bell at NYSE
O'Dowd's Brenna Hyland '12 helped ring the Opening Bell at the NYSE on Feb. 23. She was accompanied by her father John Hyland, chief investment officer of United States Commodity Funds, and Professor Geert Rouwenhorst of Yale University. The group was celebrating the fund's listing on the NYSE Arca.
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2012-13 Registration and Fee Deadline
A packet was sent home with your student on Feb. 14 containing registration instructions for the 2012-2013 school year. Please note, the online registration must be completed, and the registration fee of $900 postmarked, by March 23, 2012. If you did not receive your packet, please contact Kathy Soller at (510) 577-9100, ext. 605.
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2012-13 Tuition Assistance Information
Families hoping to receive tuition assistance for the 2012-2013 school year can find detailed information and applications on our website. Printed applications can be picked up in the Business Office in Dominican Hall.
All families currently receiving tuition assistance must reapply each year with all required documentation. Applications for returning students must be turned in to the Business Office on or before March 2, 2012.
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Graduation Announcements/Cap and Gown Order Deadline Approaching
The deadline for ordering graduation announcements and cap and gowns is March 16. Orders can be placed over the phone by calling (408) 441-7200, Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Items can also be ordered online. The password is bod190. Back to Top
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Graduation Information for Class of 2012
An online graduation brochure detailing upcoming senior activities and deadlines, as well as important information about graduation, is now available. Please use this brochure as your reference over the next several months. You can print a copy for quick reference, or just use the electronic copy as it will be prominently displayed on top right corner of the Parents' page of the website until graduation. Back to Top
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Class of 1977 Reunion News
The Class of 1977 has planned a reunion for Saturday, June 30, at Neptune's Restaurant at Pier 39 in San Francisco. Members of the classes of 1976 and 1978 are invited to join in the fun.
Details: reception/cocktails/hors d'oeuvres from 6 to 7 p.m.; dinner and presentations from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m.; and dancing with DJ from 9 p.m to midnight. Cost is $50 per person and includes two hours parking. Please send checks made out to Kelly Tatum/Linda Verdun Thompson to 2303 Vista Del Mar, San Mateo, CA 94404 by May 1.
Contact Kelly at Rosieemom@yahoo.com or Linda at Thompsonlk3456@yahoo.com for more information.
Note: limited hotel rooms have been reserved at Radisson Fisherman's Wharf under "Linda Thompson Group." Call the hotel directly at (415) 392-6700 to make a reservation.
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Class of 1982 Reunion Date Set
The 30 year reunion for the Class of 1982 is set for Saturday, Oct. 20, 2012. Detailed information will be mailed soon. Contact Debbie Furino Marshall at dnd87@aol.com, or join the class Facebook page for additional information.
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San Leandro BART Shuttle Service Offered
 Bishop O'Dowd High School now offers morning and afternoon shuttle service to and from the San Leandro BART station. Get details...
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About Bishop O'Dowd High School
Bishop O'Dowd High School believes that innovative curriculum, cutting-edge technology and leadership development are essential elements for student success in the 21st century. Every day we engage our students in programs and activities that foster their academic and spiritual growth because we believe our graduates will be leaders who transform the world.
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