Academically challenging ... spritually grounded ... diverse staff and student body ... rich music and arts program ... excellent athletic tradition!
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Posted by a parent on 10/05/09
This school gets better each month. Kids support each other, academics are superb, technology is the best in the Bay Area. Religious values are inclusive and helpful to kids.
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Posted by a parent on 10/01/09
I graduated in 2007. I must say that I love O'Dowd. Besides college, O'Dowd years have been the best of my life. I met my best friends, was envolved in the athletics program, drama, as well as student government. There has been some concern regarding the egocetrism of the students at O'Dowd..GET OVER
... Read more IT!!...high school is only a microcosm of any given society, especially at O'Dowd where the demographics are diverse. The curriculum is chellenging, so if you are a slacker, you might not like the school. Also, it is very hard to NOT find friends at O'Dowd. Even the shyest, quietest people had at least one person to talk to. Over all the school is great and I would like for my kids to go there one day. M. McFarland Read less
Posted by a student on 07/23/08
My child is an average-slightly below average student and has been at BOD HS for 2 years now. She loves the school overall, the people, teachers, athletics, etc. She simply struggles acedemically and has been frustrated as a result. Although, I must say I have found a great support system there with
... Read more the counselors, the new special needs counselor and the staff overall. They have all been amazing. The school offers so many great resources and programs for all students of every level that it is all up to the parents and the students themselves if they CHOOSE to succeed. I imagine this is the same in any school environment - how much do you really want to suceed? How much effort are you willing to put in? If you are dedicated and want to do well the help is there for you at BOD. Read less
Posted by a parent on 05/29/08
I went to Bishop O'Dowd for part of freshman year. At first I liked it there, the people where friendly and the classes where focused and students where never out of line or disruptive. But once you get used to the school you can see that the students are very competitive, judgmental, stuck up, overacheavers
... Read more . The schedual changes every week/day and its ridicoulus. The teachers are rude and they expect way to much. I was on academic probation because i had less then a 2.0 GPA which in my opinion is stupid. the school is also very boring there is no drama, fights, or anything. it is all about school and everyone is so in love with everyone but they are all very fake . Read less
Posted by a other on 05/14/08
The epitome of a brotherhood, this all-boys school is the most nurturing environment one could ask for. With superb academics and one of the best sports programs in the nation De La Salle is a place where brilliant minds can gather. I have been blessed to be a student at the school. They provide after-school
... Read more and lunch tutoring in all subject areas every day. Probably because the school is not strictly 'colege prep' students are able to thrive more peacefully and with less stress from teachers and fellow schoolmates. The population is very diverse and the studetns go to the some of the top colleges and universities in the nation. Read less
Posted by a other on 03/16/08
O'Dowd is known for their sports and academics. While it is true their academics are high, it is actually easier. I get less homework and actually a 3.0. However the reason for the low rating is the student problem. I feel they are cruel. Also untrustworthy. Honors classes require the required Gpa, aruged
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Posted by a student on 02/28/08
This is a very good school if you are gifted in academics, sports or drama. If your an average student you will be swallowed up. I would have to say as good as the school is its more about wealth and status than anything else. The principal poses as a devout catholic when in fact, hes nothing but a politician.
... Read more The school is good for some but not for others. My daughter, my sister and I all attended this school. Read less
Posted by a parent on 05/27/07
This is an outstanding educational institution. The academic rigor is consistent and pervasive. The schools athletic programs and state of the art Theater are world class. Parents care. Parents participate.
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Posted by a former student on 12/19/06
A horrible school. The environment is all about money and privilege. If that is what you want for your child so be it. If your child is an average student and/or athlete do not put them through this school. Terrible teachers. Biased Administration. They know they are one of the few private high schools
... Read more in Oakland and they offer a sub standard product because they can. Do not waste your money! It is all about $$$$. Read less
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Oakland schools — Bishop O'dowd High School is located at 9500 Stearns Ave, Oakland CA 94605. 9500 Stearns Ave is in the Oak Knoll Golf Links neighborhood and 94605 ZIP code in Oakland, CA The school district for Bishop O'dowd High School is the Diocese Of Oakland Education Office. Bishop O'dowd High School is a Catholic school that serves grade levels 9 - 12.
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