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A group of young men in swim caps and swimsuits sit on a bench in the foreground, while a coach with a clipboard and a water polo ball stands behind them in the background.

Helix Charter High School, located in La Mesa, California, has been proudly serving students and families since 1951. Originally founded as a traditional public high school, Helix made history in 1998 by becoming one of the first comprehensive public high schools in California to convert to charter status.

While our educational programs have evolved to meet the diverse needs of today’s students, our traditions, spirit, and commitment to excellence remain at the heart of who we are.

Helix is known for its strong academic programs, vibrant arts and athletics, and wide variety of student activities. As both a neighborhood school and a charter school, we continue to serve our local community while welcoming students from across the region who are drawn to the Helix experience.

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NEWS & ANNOUNCEMENTS

Football Game Reminders
The first home Varsity football game is on Friday, September 11. Here are some game day reminders:
  • Tickets:
    • Tickets are free with an ASB card.
    • Tickets for all other guests can be purchased online at GoFan. Tickets will go on sale at the beginning of each game week. It is strongly recommended that you purchase tickets in advance. All tickets must be purchased online (no in-person sales), and attempting to buy them upon arrival at the stadium may result in delays.
    • The full season schedule can be found on www.helixathletics.net.

 

  • General Reminders:
    • Backpacks are not allowed into the stadium.
    • The home side gate is located on the southern side of the stadium. From the parking lot, you can access this side from the top of the solar parking lot. Follow the fire lane entrance near the Orien Ave. exit. 
    • The visitor side gate is located on the north side of the stadium, next to the sand volleyball court. From the parking lot, walk onto campus, past the gym and sand courts toward the west side of campus.
    • Helix football games are well-attended and the parking lot gets busy. Please walk or carpool if possible. If driving, please use caution in the parking lot and arrive early if possible.
    • Bathrooms are located inside the stadium on both the home and visitor sides. Other bathrooms on campus will not be open.
    • Spectators are not allowed on the field before, during, or directly after the game.
    • No re-entry into the stadium.
    • If you see something, say something. Find a Helix staff member, campus supervisor or report anonymously here.
 
  • Student Seating:
    • Students must have a valid (current year) Helix student ID card to enter the home side gate and sit in the home bleachers.
    • Non-Helix students are welcome to watch the game from the visitor side bleachers.
    • The student spirit section is located at the far end of the bleachers on the west end of the stadium.
    • Students must find a seat in the bleachers during games. Students may not congregate or loiter behind the bleachers.
 
  • Student Section Etiquette:
    • Backpacks are not allowed into the stadium. Please take backpacks home after school, arrange for them to be picked up, or store them in your locker. 
    • “Spraying” powder is not allowed.
    • If you are seen throwing anything (e.g. powder, water, water bottles, etc.), you will be escorted out of the stadium immediately.
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Read More about First Home Varsity Football Game - Friday, Sept. 11
HelixEnrollmentToursfor26-27

Enrollment for the 2027–2028 school year opens on January 4, 2027, and closes on March 1, 2027. As a charter school, all prospective students must submit an online application at helixcharter.net/Enroll before the March 1 deadline.

Helix School Tours

Learn about the innovative programs that helped transform Helix from one of the district’s lower-performing schools into one of the top-rated high schools in the nation. Attending a tour is not required for enrollment, but it is encouraged for anyone wanting to learn more about our campus and academics.

  • Registration: Space is limited, registration is required. [Click Here to Register].

  • Special Education Tours: On select dates, our Director of Special Education will join the tour. While the general tour covers all of the same information, these sessions include a 15-minute Q&A at the end focused on IEP program details and support.  

  • Spanish Language Tours: We are offering two dedicated Spanish tours on Tuesday, Jan. 26 at 6:00 PM and Wednesday, Feb. 17 at 6:00 PM.

Read More about Helix Enrollment for 2027-2028 School Year
See Something, Do Something

Helix is now using Anonymous Alerts, a confidential system that allows students to report bullying, behavioral concerns, or campus safety issues 24/7, either through a mobile app or a web-based platform. This system replaces the previous Student Safety Form and offers enhanced features, including the ability for staff to communicate anonymously with the person reporting. This two-way communication allows us to gather additional details, provide follow-up, and respond more effectively to concerns.

To get started:

  • We recommend all students download the Anonymous Alerts app on their phones if possible. They can also use this link to the web-based platform - https://tips.anonymousalerts.com/helixcharterhs/
  • Enter activation code: helixcharterhs

We appreciate your continued support in keeping our campus safe and welcoming for everyone.

 

Read More about New: Anonymous Safety & Bullying Reporting System

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SCHOOL INFORMATION

76

COLLEGE CREDIT SECTIONS OFFERED ON CAMPUS THIS YEAR

23,000

COMMUNITY SERVICE HOURS PERFORMED BY OUR SENIORS LAST YEAR

4

FULL TIME SOCIAL WORKERS ON CAMPUS EVERY DAY TO HELP SUPPORT OUR STUDENTS

68

DIFFERENT ATHLETIC TEAMS