Moreau Catholic High School

I had two children who recently graduated from Moreau. It was an excellent experience for both of them. The band program is amazing. There are after school sports activities for everyone. The cross country program is fantastic for all skill levels. The best part of the school is the morals that it imparts. It is a religious school but the students are taught to be open-minded. There have been a few sub-par teachers, but overall my children had a wonderful education and both are amazed at how ill-prepared many of their classmates in the university are. The school is expensive, but there are many students there on work scholarships and there is no stigma attached to that. I would highly recommend this school.
—Submitted by a parent

Great staff. they are very attentive to their students.
—Submitted by a parent

The teachers are really great and encourage you to do your best. The work is really intense but you are encouraged to be the best you can be. The only negative there is are the students that go there. they are extremely materalistic and snobby. It's pretty much all about the money. There is a lot of stabbing in each others backs and fakeness among the students.
—Submitted by a student

Because Moreau always gives back. Each student gives a MINIMUM of twenty hours PER school year giving back, which equals 80 hours of service required for graduation. Plus, our unity is amazing.
—Submitted by a parent

Moreau was a great place, but mostly because of the teachers. I graduated in '08, and am now a freshman with a 4.0 average. Its not that they just teach you the material, they teach you how to love learning and love the subject you're intrested in. The teachers are very dedicated and will be there for you when you need it (save a few exceptions, but they generally fall away after a year or so). My only complaint is in the administration's use of school funds: they tend to spend too much on image.
—Submitted by a student

Moreau has a wide range of opportunities for anyone who wants to succeed in college. It's pretty liberal, and there are many AP/honors classes, athletic opportunities for everyone (XC comes to mind), lots of clubs, a laptop program for all the students (although this is also a negative), a newly revamped library, and most of all, teachers who are amazingly dedicated. Some teachers will stay until 11 PM if you need help, and they'll work during vacations to finish writing your college recommendations. Cons: expensive dress code, bad laptop program, some bad teachers - science dept especially, small campus, no pool, smaller amount of electives (no cooking/sewing/woodshop).
—Submitted by a student

Moreau was intense, but I feel it really prepared me for college. Definitely research this school before you send your child there- it's extremely stressful and academically competitive. Overall, I'm happy with what Moreau gave me.
—Submitted by a student

I love Moreau! The teachers don't just teach how to regurgitate information--they teach us how to think critically as independent learners. Moreau changed me for the better
—Submitted by a student

The academics at Moreau is great and all the teachers have a unique way of teaching whatever their subject may be, with so many different teachers who teach many different ways it is very easy to find your own sense of learning. Music and sports are a big part of Moreau as well is the band. Both jocks and band members are recognized and praised for whatever sport or instrument.
—Submitted by a student

Well Im not a parent but I go to moreau and it really is a good school. But its for those who are ready for the hard work that goes with a preparatory highschool. Although it is a catholic school, it is a very liberal and opening highschool. Moreaus saying is ' that the mind will not be cultivated at the expense of the hear' and believe me it is very true, as a current student about to graduate Im very glad that my parents sent me here.
—Submitted by a student

This School is very good, but not for everyone. You need to do your research regarding the school before you make any commitment, it is your childs future.
—Submitted by a parent

Moreau is a fabulous school. I am going to be a sophomore and I enjoyed freshman year a lot. Moreau has a lot to offer their students. I was in two different clubs, participated in three sports and both of the school's plays while mantaining a 3.87 GPA.
—Submitted by Tru Mariner, a student

I am impressed with the level of available classes and programs, both during school and as extracurricular activities. Some teachers are not quite as high standard as I would have expected from this type of school, but overall I am satisfied with the school.
—Submitted by a parent

A true quality school. An exceptional start for any future.
—Submitted by a former student

I am an Alumni of Moreau and when I graduated it was the best high school around. The teachers where great. They always took the time to help you if you needed it. I haven't been there in so long that I am not sure of the quality now, but then it was terrific.
—Submitted by a former student

Moreau is a wonderful school! Great teachers, caring community, safe campus, and excellent visual and performing arts programs. One of the best kept secrets in the Bay area.
—Submitted by a parent

Unlike most college prep schools, Moreau gives access to those usually unable to attend such. Unfortunately, this is often wasted on those who need to know, but the students feel it and as such, the campus is extremely safe, productive and full of energy. I dare say that no other college preparatory school can match the atmosphere or attitude. We've compared in the Bay Area (and know the stories of other 'kind' schools) and know Moreau is the Gateway that people of color need! Their achievement record speaks for itself, but again, it's the friendly and confident kids they graduate from there that makes it all worthwhile. Our son is our most valuable asset, so our investment in schools is extremely important, but we didn't expect the other 'benefits' of comraderie, safety, and self-assurance that the school also provides. The nationally reknown music program is something you don't see anymore (every high achievement school shouldn't be judged by its football or basketball teams). Moreau is well worth a look for any parents serious about making sure their child(ren) are ready for the 21st Century.
—Submitted by DSC Tsurumoto, a parent

Although i enjoyed the people i attended school with and most of the teachers as well, the administration still needed a little adjustment. Now that terry lee (a former teacher,one who knows the students on a closer level)is the principal, i believe that the atmosphere has become more positive, and that is a very big part in the development and sucess of the students.
—Submitted by a former student