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Helix Charter High School is a comprehensive high school, located in La Mesa, California. Helix opened in 1951 and served the community as a traditional public high school until we converted to a charter school in 1998. Helix was the first public comprehensive high school in California to convert to a charter high school, and while much about the educational program has changed to best serve the student population, the tradition of the school has remained. Helix boasts a history of academic excellence, outstanding arts, athletics, and activities and it continues to serve as a community school, while welcoming those in the surrounding areas through its charter status.
“ONCE A SCOTTIE, ALWAYS A SCOTTIE”
NEWS & ANNOUNCEMENTS
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Helix Dance presents their Spring Dance Concert, "And The Beat Goes On". This will feature student-choreographed and faculty-choreographed works. Please join us and support the Helix Dance Program. Buy tickets here. All ticket sales will be online only, no physical day-of box office sales. Pre-sale price for all tickets is $14/person, all ages general admission. Pre-sale ticketing price will be available until 12 hours before each performance. Your ticket sales will be on a master list on the day of the performance in case you forget your confirmation. Email Katie Pipes with questions at pipes@helixcharter.net
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Congratulations to our students and parents of the Class of 2025! As we approach graduation, here are some
graduation reminders & information.
For additional information, please click on this link to access the Class of 2025 Senior Activities Webpage.
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Stay updated with the latest news and important information for your student’s class. Click below to access your newsletter:
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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.
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SCHOOL INFORMATION
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COLLEGE CREDIT SECTIONS OFFERED ON CAMPUS THIS YEAR
23,000
COMMUNITY SERVICE HOURS PERFORMED BY OUR SENIORS LAST YEAR
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FULL TIME SOCIAL WORKERS ON CAMPUS EVERY DAY TO HELP SUPPORT OUR STUDENTS
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DIFFERENT ATHLETIC TEAMS