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{{Short description|Private coeducational school in Oakland, California, United States}}
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Bishop O'Dowd High School is a fully accredited, Catholic, co-educational, ] school administered by the ]. Bishop O'Dowd shares the traditions of the Catholic faith with all students, and encourages non-Catholic students to grow in their own spiritual traditions. The school is known for its strong academic program, selective admissions, high college matriculation, and well-known alumni. O'Dowd is nationally notable for its athletic programs and locally for its arts programs and volunteerism. '''Bishop O'Dowd High School''' is a ], co-educational, college preparatory school in ], administered by the ] and named after the late auxiliary Bishop of the Archdiocese of San Francisco, ] (1907–1950). The school requires all students to attend school liturgies (] and prayer services), to enroll in religious studies courses each semester, and to complete its 4-year ]. O’Dowd is a Catholic high school community of 1,250<ref>{{Cite web |title=About {{!}} Bishop O'Dowd High School |url=https://www.bishopodowd.org/about |access-date=2024-05-15 |website=bishopodowd.org |language=en}}</ref> students. The school has 129 faculty and staff members and more than 82 part-time coaches, teachers and moderators.


==History==
Bishop O’Dowd High School is named in memory of the former Superintendent of Schools of the Archdiocese of San Francisco, Bishop ], who died at the age of 42 from injuries sustained in a train accident. Having just helped to establish ] and ] high schools, O'Dowd was in the process of drawing up plans for a new Catholic high school in the ] at the time of his sudden death.


Bishop O'Dowd's first senior class graduated in 1955, and since then O'Dowd has had over 12,000 graduates.<ref>{{Cite web|title = Educatius {{!}} Bishop ODowd High School|url = http://www.educatius.org/en/School-Search/California/Bishop-ODowd-High-School|website = Educatius|access-date = 2015-09-26|archive-url = https://web.archive.org/web/20150927224351/http://www.educatius.org/en/School-Search/California/Bishop-ODowd-High-School|archive-date = 2015-09-27|url-status = dead}}</ref>
== Mission Statement ''(verbatim)'' ==


In June 2010, O’Dowd successfully completed a three-year, $9 million comprehensive fundraising campaign and funds raised were split about evenly between capital development and program enhancement. Funds contributed to renovation of many elements of the classroom buildings — from floors to ceilings, interior and exterior, every classroom, lab and locker, from ventilation to technology infrastructure.
Bishop O’Dowd is a Catholic co-educational, college preparatory high school, administered by the Diocese of Oakland which affirms the teachings, moral values, and ethical standards of the Catholic Church. This unique and diverse community strives to develop young men and women of competence, conscience and compassion through an integrated academic, spiritual, and extra-curricular program. Bishop O’Dowd seeks to develop persons of influence who are loving, open to growth, religious, intellectually competent, and skilled leaders committed to justice and peace.


In 2022, the school opened a new $40 million gymnasium featuring a basketball court, a new music room, and a weight room.<ref>{{Cite web |last=Stephens |first=Mitch |date=November 16, 2022 |title=Bay Area high school basketball season debuts in O’Dowd’s $40 million gym |url=https://www.sfchronicle.com/sports/high-school/article/Bay-Area-high-school-basketball-season-debuts-in-17590521.php}}</ref> <!-- Please don't add promotional content to this that is sourced to the school website as it will be removed. Proper third-party sources only please! -->
=== Goals ===


==Athletics==
O'Dowd will endeavor to fulfill this mission by:
In 2015, the men's basketball team won the ] Open Division Championship and the women's team won the Division III CIF State Championship. The men's team was led by ], the no. 8 player in the country.<ref>{{Cite web|title = aisia-robertson|url = https://www.espn.com/high-school/girls-basketball/recruiting/player/_/id/150796/aisia-robertson|website = ESPN.com|access-date = 2015-09-26}}</ref> In 2015, O'Dowd's basketball team was ranked 13th nationally.<ref>{{Cite web|title = Bishop O'Dowd claims state title with OT victory|date = 29 March 2015|url = http://www.sfgate.com/sports/article/Bishop-O-Dowd-claims-state-title-with-OT-victory-6166006.php|access-date = 2015-09-26}}</ref>


==Programs and extracurricular activities==
*Respond to the Gospel call to love of God and love of neighbor;
* 21 ]s
*Be an agent of social justice;
* 10 Honor Courses
*Make informed choices and moral decisions;
* Athletics: 61 teams, 16 sports
*Demonstrate academic competence;
* 4 musical groups
*Demonstrate competence in critical thinking;
* Student clubs: 40+
*Demonstrate an appreciation for the fine arts;
* Students spend a minimum of 100 hours in community service by graduation
*Work In cooperative settings;
* Center for Environmental Studies (a building)
*Demonstrate competence in the use of technology;
* The Living Lab – a 4.857 1/2 acre student-built vegetable and botanical garden
*Appreciate nature and be responsible consumers;
*Live a healthy life-style;
*Participate in the democratic process;
*Educate students on appropriate use of technology within the classroom;


==Awards==
== History ''(verbatim)'' ==
Bishop O'Dowd High School was recognized as a ] in 1990–1991.<ref>https://nationalblueribbonschools.ed.gov/awardwinners/history Previous NBRS Awardees > Search</ref>


==Alumni==
Bishop O'Dowd High School is named in memory of the former Director of Education of the Archdiocese of San Francisco, Bishop James T. O'Dowd. At the time of his sudden death, the Bishop was in the process of drawing up plans for a new Catholic high school in the East Bay.
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==Footnotes==
Archbishop of San Francisco John Joseph Mitty established O'Dowd as a Catholic, co-institutional high school (boys and girls on the same campus, but separated for most activities). The school opened in September 1951 with 120 freshmen in facilities provided by St. Louis Bertrand School, with a faculty of two Diocesan priests, four Adrian Dominican Sisters and Fr. Mark J. Hurley as the first principal.
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In September 1952, classes met for the first time on the present campus. A grade level was added each year until the school reached capacity enrollment of 900 students with its first graduates in 1955. In these early years Diocesan priests administered the school.
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After the new Diocese of Oakland was formed in 1962, Bishop Begin transferred the administration of the school to the California Province of the Missionary Oblates of Mary Immaculate in 1966. Under their direction, the school continued to build a reputation for academic excellence as well as excellence in athletics and the performing arts. Later the school became fully co-educational served by both Adrian Dominican Sisters and the Oblate Fathers.

In 1978 the Diocese transferred the administration of the school to the Congregation of St. Basil (Basilian Fathers). The Adrian Dominican Sisters continued to staff the school until 1994 when they withdrew, citing declining numbers. It was during this era that the school began to see major physical changes to the campus, which included a football field with bleachers, additional parking, new computer labs and expanded library facilities with a computerized on-line system.

In 1991, the science labs were updated and the school was made accessible to the physically challenged with the addition of an elevator. A two-story, ten-classroom addition opened in 1993 to replace the five portables that had served as classrooms since the 1960's.

On July 1, 2005 the Diocese of Oakland established a President/Principal model of governance with a Board of Regents of Limited Jurisdiction designed for the 21st century. Three Basilian Fathers remained in non-administrative roles for the 2005-06 school year, but withdrew in June of 2006 because of declining numbers. For the first time, laymen and women administered Bishop O'Dowd High School.

Today, the student body is composed of 1160 young men and women. The faculty and staff consists of 125 men and women, and more than 50 part-time coaches. Bishop O'Dowd's exemplary college preparatory curriculum, rich diversity, and superb athletic, Campus Ministry, and performing arts programs make it one of the most desirable and unique Catholic high schools in America. Over 98 percent of Bishop O'Dowd graduates enroll in colleges and universities in California and across the nation. More than 12,000 graduates have been added to the ranks of alumni since the first class graduated in 1955, fulfilling roles of leadership and service, both in the local community and worldwide.

Bishop O'Dowd is currently engaged in a major strategic planning process to ensure that this vital Catholic high school will continue to graduate exemplary citizens who enrich society with the leaven of the Gospel, and who communicate Christ to others by their lives.

== Academics ==

Bishop O'Dowd's college preparatory curriculum includes Advanced Placement courses in 19 subjects, and an enhanced range of services to accommodate college preparatory students with learning differences. The curriculum includes honors courses in mathematics, language, English, social studies and science, and computer programming and multimedia design. A fully integrated arts and drama program, an environmental science program, and five languages are also offered. Students participate in a 100-hour service-learning program. A wireless technology environment allows students and faculty easy access to the Internet, and encourages student-centered learning. Students are encouraged to bring and use their laptops on campus. The average SAT score for the O'Dowd class of 2005 was 1246, well above the national and state averages of 1028 and 1020.

== College Matriculation ==

Approximately 98% of graduating seniors enter a four-year college or university within two years of graduation, well above the national average and among the best in the country.

==Demographics==

African American 15%, Asian 10%, Euro-American 48%, Latino 7%, other 20%.

== Student Life ==

=== Clubs ===

An extensive student activities program includes student government, an award-winning Junior Statesmen program, Dragon Ambassadors, and more than 30 student clubs that invite and encourage students to develop their interests and abilities.

=== Athletics ===

Over 800 athletes participate in 16 interscholastic sports on 55 teams, including water polo and lacrosse as well as the traditional sports.

== Accreditation and Membership ==

O'Dowd is accredited by and/or affiliated with the following organizations:

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== Notable Alumni ==
Notable Bishop O'Dowd ] include:

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Bishop O'Dowd High School
Address
9500 Stearns Avenue
Oakland, (Alameda County), California 94605
United States
Coordinates37°45′12.94″N 122°9′18.33″W / 37.7535944°N 122.1550917°W / 37.7535944; -122.1550917
Information
TypePrivate, Coeducational
Motto"Finding God in all things"
Religious affiliation(s)Roman Catholic
Established1951
StatusOpen
PresidentKim Walsh
PrincipalDoug Evans
ChaplainFr. James Sullivan
Faculty125
Grades9–12
Enrollment1,250 (2023-2024)
Average class size26
Student to teacher ratio14:1
CampusUrban
Campus size20 acres
Color(s)Black and Gold    
Athletics15 interscholastic sports, with 57 teams, including rugby, water polo, and lacrosse as well as the traditional sports such as soccer, volleyball, basketball, and football. All students are encouraged to participate in the athletics program.
Athletics conferenceWest Alameda County Conference, Foothill League
MascotDragon
Team nameDragons
AccreditationWestern Association of Schools and Colleges
NewspaperThe Crozier
YearbookMitre
School fees$1,100 registration deposit
Tuition$25,340 (2024–2025)
AlumniMore than 13,000
Websitebishopodowd.org

Bishop O'Dowd High School is a Catholic, co-educational, college preparatory school in Oakland, California, administered by the Roman Catholic Diocese of Oakland and named after the late auxiliary Bishop of the Archdiocese of San Francisco, James T. O'Dowd (1907–1950). The school requires all students to attend school liturgies (Catholic Mass and prayer services), to enroll in religious studies courses each semester, and to complete its 4-year service learning program. O’Dowd is a Catholic high school community of 1,250 students. The school has 129 faculty and staff members and more than 82 part-time coaches, teachers and moderators.

History

Bishop O’Dowd High School is named in memory of the former Superintendent of Schools of the Archdiocese of San Francisco, Bishop James T. O’Dowd, who died at the age of 42 from injuries sustained in a train accident. Having just helped to establish Marin Catholic and Riordan high schools, O'Dowd was in the process of drawing up plans for a new Catholic high school in the East Bay at the time of his sudden death.

Bishop O'Dowd's first senior class graduated in 1955, and since then O'Dowd has had over 12,000 graduates.

In June 2010, O’Dowd successfully completed a three-year, $9 million comprehensive fundraising campaign and funds raised were split about evenly between capital development and program enhancement. Funds contributed to renovation of many elements of the classroom buildings — from floors to ceilings, interior and exterior, every classroom, lab and locker, from ventilation to technology infrastructure.

In 2022, the school opened a new $40 million gymnasium featuring a basketball court, a new music room, and a weight room.

Athletics

In 2015, the men's basketball team won the CIF Open Division Championship and the women's team won the Division III CIF State Championship. The men's team was led by Ivan Rabb, the no. 8 player in the country. In 2015, O'Dowd's basketball team was ranked 13th nationally.

Programs and extracurricular activities

  • 21 AP courses
  • 10 Honor Courses
  • Athletics: 61 teams, 16 sports
  • 4 musical groups
  • Student clubs: 40+
  • Students spend a minimum of 100 hours in community service by graduation
  • Center for Environmental Studies (a building)
  • The Living Lab – a 4.857 1/2 acre student-built vegetable and botanical garden

Awards

Bishop O'Dowd High School was recognized as a Blue Ribbon School in 1990–1991.

Alumni

Footnotes

  1. WASC-ACS. "WASC-Accrediting Commission for Schools". Archived from the original on 2009-08-14. Retrieved 2009-06-05.
  2. "About | Bishop O'Dowd High School". bishopodowd.org. Retrieved 2024-05-15.
  3. "Educatius | Bishop ODowd High School". Educatius. Archived from the original on 2015-09-27. Retrieved 2015-09-26.
  4. Stephens, Mitch (November 16, 2022). "Bay Area high school basketball season debuts in O'Dowd's $40 million gym".
  5. "aisia-robertson". ESPN.com. Retrieved 2015-09-26.
  6. "Bishop O'Dowd claims state title with OT victory". 29 March 2015. Retrieved 2015-09-26.
  7. https://nationalblueribbonschools.ed.gov/awardwinners/history Previous NBRS Awardees > Search
  8. "Alum of the Month – August". 27 July 2017.
  9. Mazeika, Vytas (29 June 2018). "Stanford gets commitment from 4-star East Bay running back". The Mercury News. Retrieved 24 May 2024.

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