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Dragon Golf Classic - Don't Miss the Early Bird Rate
Warriors' Andre Iguodala, NBA Hall of Famer Gary Payton to Play in Event
 Exciting news! 2015 NBA Finals MVP and Golden State Warrior Andre Iguodala and Oakland native and NBA Hall of Famer Gary "The Glove" Payton will play in the Sept. 19 Dragon Classic golf tournament. This is the final call for the Early Bird rate for the event. Help us save you a bit of hard-earned cash by registering by midnight Aug. 19. Volunteers! We still need some event volunteers. If you want to be a part of this wonderful event we have just the position for you! Contact us at dragonclassic@bishopodowd.org. Come join the fun and support our students at the same time. This event has something for everyone! For the non-golfers, there's a small silent auction and 19th Hole Reception. Golfers will enjoy fun, food, and foursomes at the beautiful Claremont Country Club in Oakland. Arrange your own foursome, or we'll pair you with other golfers. Register today...
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O'Dowd Students Honored at 100 Black Men of Bay Area Scholarship Gala
Evan Smith '20 is the first recipient of the high school award bestowed by 100 Black Men of the Bay Area chapter, and received a $2,500 scholarship at the organization's gala held on July 24 at Oakland's Sequoyah Country Club. Read more...
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Student Orientation Schedule
A welcome BBQ/Orientation for freshman students and their parents on Sunday, Aug. 14, from 5 p.m. to 7:30 p.m., kicks off the 20�16-2017 school year.
Check the orientation schedule on the Parents page of the school website for details about freshman orientation sessions/activities, set for Monday and Tuesday, Aug. 15 and 16, sophomore and junior orientation, scheduled for Wednesday, Aug. 17, and senior orientation, which will be held Thursday, Aug. 18. All students are expected to attend orientation days, and must be in dress code on these days.
Friday, Aug, 19, is the first official day for all students.
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Start of School Information Online
Important information pertaining to the start of school was e-mailed to parents/guardians. You can find this information and additional helpful documents on the Parents page of the school website.
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Theater Productions for 2016-17 Announced
The Bishop O'Dowd High School Theater Arts Department has announced the shows for the 2016-2017 school year. The fall production will be A Funny Thing Happened On The Way To The Forum, a slapstick musical farce based on the Roman comedies of Plautus, and the spring production will be Legally Blonde, a musical adaptation of the popular romantic comedy starring Reese Witherspoon. Get more details...
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Auditions for Fall Production Coming Up
Auditions for A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum - the Theater Arts Department's fall production - begin Monday, Aug. 22. There are 17 exciting and hilarious roles, so be prepared to sing, dance and act. Get more details...
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Dragon Parents Group Event
Welcome on behalf of the Dragon Parents of Bishop O'Dowd High School to the 2016-17 school year. As an O'Dowd parent you are automatically a member of the Dragon Parents Group.
Please join us for the first Dragon Parents Group meeting & Wood-Fired Pizza Extravaganza on Wednesday, Sept. 21 (note this is a date change from Sept. 14), beginning at 6:30 p.m., at the Center for Environmental Studies. RSVP for the event...Special note for freshmen parents: Be sure to look for Dragon Parents Group board members at the orientation event on Sunday, Aug. 14. Read more about the Dragon Parents Group...
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Athletic Registration is Open for 2016-17
We are excited to announce our partnership with FamilyID, an online mobile-friendly registration platform for O'Dowd athletic participation.
All students intending to participate in athletics at O'Dowd are required to complete our online athletic registration process. Students may not participate or tryout until this process is completed. Register...
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Greetings all musically talented students! O'Dowd's growing music department is always on the lookout for new talent. If you play an instrument and are interested in participating in String Orchestra, Symphonic Band, or one of our jazz bands contact Director of Instrumental Music Mr. Fred Randolph at frandolph@bishopodowd.org right away to set up an audition. We can't wait to hear you play!
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Materials Needed for Design Hub
The Design Hub is a new initiative at O'Dowd that coordinates student-centered design and fabrication ventures throughout the school. The Hub supports collaboration between academic, clubs, the student government, and service activities.
As part of the emphasis on sustainability at the school, the Hub plans to utilize reused materials as much as possible. Check the list of needed items...
Please bring you materials to Dr. Dave Hodul in Room 110.
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Junior Longrus '12 Recognized for Academic Excellence
 Last month, Junior Longrus '12 was named to the National Association of Basketball Coaches (NABC) Honors Court, recognizing those collegiate basketball student-athletes who excelled in academics during the 2015-16 season.
A double major in management operations and accounting, Longrus graduated from Washington State University in May with a 3.38 grade point average and is a three-time Pac-12 Conference all-academic honoree having earned first team honors as a senior and second team as a sophomore and junior. Read more...
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Is it Time for a Reunion?
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eScrip
 Have you registered with eScrip and designated O'Dowd as a beneficiary? Register so that proceeds from your everyday purchases at eScrip merchants benefit our students. Back to Top
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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, moral and spiritual growth because we believe our graduates will be leaders who transform the world.
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