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As Fall Semester 1 comes to a close,  please note the following schedule changes:

• Wednesday, Oct 7 & Thursday, Oct 8
  Finals – Revised Bell Schedule
  School will dismiss at 2:00 PM on both days. See below for bell schedule. 

• Friday, October 9
  No School – Staff Workday

• Monday, October 12
  First Day of Fall Semester 2
  Indigenous People's Day is a School Day

Join us for an inspiring evening exploring how Helix is growing a greener, more sustainable future! We invite all Helix families and community members to discover our expanding environmental initiatives and see firsthand how our students are leading the way.

Evening Highlights:

• The Future of Sustainability: Get an exclusive overview of our new Sustainability Pathway and academic program.

• Student Roots: Learn what our thriving Helix Gardening Club has been cultivating across campus.

• Guided Tree Trek: Take a walk with Arborist Kurt from Tree San Diego! He’ll blow your mind with fascinating facts, history, and hidden secrets about the trees on our campus.

• Free Dinner: Connect with school leaders, teachers, and fellow families over a  complimentary meal.

Event Details:

• Who: All Helix families, students, and community members welcome!

• When: Thursday, Oct. 15 from 5:30-7pm

• Admission: Free (Dinner provided). RSVP Required here.

• Where: ExL Building, located next to the cafeteria. Park in the staff lot, above the big H. 

This event is proudly funded as part of the City of La Mesa’s Tree Education and Giveaway Series. Did you know La Mesa residents can receive free trees for their homes? Tree San Diego is hosting several additional free community workshops and tree distribution events throughout the season. Visit www.treesandiego.org/events-calendar to learn more and sign up for your free tree!  

Come learn how we're planting the seeds for the next generation of environmental leaders—we can't wait to see you there!

CELEBRATE 75 YEARS OF HELIX!

You’re invited to mark a major milestone with us! Join alumni, current Scottie families, staff, and neighbors for our 75th Anniversary Highland Games & Campus Picnic!

Saturday, October 24, 2026

11:00 AM – 3:00 PM

Helix Lower Fields (by the baseball & softball fields)

EVENT HIGHLIGHTS:

Music & Culture: Grand opening by the Helix Pipe Band, live music, and Scottish dancers!

Highland Games: Staff and student-athlete battles in the Caber Toss, Kilted Dash & Tug-of-War!

Campus Tour: Take a guided walk and see how Helix has evolved over 75 years.

Alumni Tents: Dedicated canopies for every decade (1950s–2020s) to reconnect with old friends!

Food & Vendors: Local food trucks and community partner booths.

Pack your lawn chairs, blankets, and pop-up canopies for a full afternoon of fun on the grass!

RSVP HERE! 

FAQS:

What are the Highland Games? Traditional Scottish festivals celebrating Celtic heritage through heavy athletic competitions, music, and community gathering.

Do I have to compete in the games? Nope! Our students, staff, and select community groups will be doing the heavy lifting. All other attendees are warmly invited to cheer them on as spectators.

Will the games be traditional? The games will be slightly modified to ensure a safe environment for participants and spectators.

Do I need to have a current Helix student to attend? No, this event is open to everyone—alumni, prospective families, neighbors, and supporters of all ages. Come one, come all to help us form a proper Highland Village!

Is seating provided? No, seating won't be set up on the lower fields, so please bring your own lawn chairs, blankets, or pop-up canopies to stay comfortable! We'll have a drop-off area right near the fields so you can unload your gear without hauling it all the way down from the parking lot.

Can I bring my own food? Yes, you are welcome to bring your own food and non-alcoholic drinks. We will also have food trucks on site if you'd like to purchase food.

Can children come? Yes, we will have a bounce house and other activities for children.

How can I connect with alumni from my class year? Let us know on your RSVP form if you’re a Helix alum and if so, what decade. We will share your email with your decade’s point person so they can reach out with detail. Or simply stop by your decade’s canopy on game day!

Can my business or community group host a booth? Yes! Please submit your details through the RSVP form, and a member of our planning team will follow up with you.

Come help us form a proper Highland Village! See you on the field!

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.

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