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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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The online portion of Fall Sports Clearance is open. On Campus physicals will take place on Monday, July 28. Please follow the instructions at www.helixathletics.net/athletic-clearance
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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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All applicants have been emailed with an enrollment update. The email was sent to the primary applicant's email address. If your student was placed on the waitlist, please log in to your SchoolMint account if you'd like to check your waitlist number.
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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