Dana Point Schools (Elementary, Middle School, High School)

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Palisades Elementary School (Go Waves!)

For over 30 years, Palisades has provided a warm and enriching learning environment for its students. This tradition continues to thrive because of the cooperation and personal committment of staff, parents, students, and volunteers.

Richard Henry Dana Elementary School
Our attractive campus serves students in preschool through grade 5. Our Kindergarten program lasts for the entire school day with no more than 20 students in each class. The state funded preschool program serves 48 children daily. Lobo Lodge, the school district’s Native American History Center, is also located on our campus.

St. Edward the Confessor School
Our Academic Program offers a holistic experience in the basics and preparation for high school using the curriculum developed by our staff through the guidance from the Department of Education of the Diocese of Orange County. St. Edward also emphasizes a strong support program in Music, Computer Education, Physical Education, Spanish and Art. A diocesan after-school athletics program exists for grades 4 - 8. Refer to the Diocesan Curriculum Guidelines and California State Frameworks for specific curriculum. (949) 496-1241.

Dana Hills High School (Go Dolphins!)

Dana Hills High School (DHHS) invites you to view the motto posted above the door as you enter our school: "There are no strangers here, only friends we have not met.” These words, which have greeted two generations of students, define the essence of the learning experience at DHHS. We celebrate academics, we celebrate connections and working together, we celebrate involvement and pursuing our interests with passion. A former student, now at Harvard University, recently reflected on her DHHS experience in a letter to our newspaper: "We have dedicated teachers who are eager to help expand student ideas and visions. We have activities and sports to match every student's interests and needs. Find your passion and take advantage of the possibilities around you. You are in an environment where your potential is without bounds."