this school is not ment up to what people say it is. their are very few teachers that i can say help students and show they care. the school itself seems seperated with students. surrounding area of the school has a bit of a crime issue also.
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Posted by a student on 09/21/09
I am a Junior at Helix, and I had to choose between attending Helix and Grossmont High School, and I chose right. Helix teachers are willing to come early and stay late after school to help their students, lots of AP and Honors classes are offered, and every year there is an option for travelling abroad
... Read more during spring break. While Helix is racially diverse, I have never once been a victim or racism or prejudice. There isnt random bullying, usually a student has put themselves in that situation by making rude comments. Some added perks of Helix include the fact that Helix has a Special Education program for deaf students, as well as strong club actitivy in the Gay Straight Alliance, as well as 'culture clubs' like Mecha, the Asian Culture Club, and the Africa club. We have also have a multi-cultural day. Helix is the best choice. Read less
Posted by a student on 09/06/09
I graduated from Helix in 2008, and I have to say that this school really helped prepare myself for what college was going to bring in the years to come.
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Posted by a student on 04/23/09
Great school. It is very diverse and the teachers really want your child to do well.
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Posted by a parent on 03/31/09
I am graduating in Helix Class of 2009! I finished my porfolio and senior project which was hard work but rewarding. I am failing 3 AP Classes right now...but its just a progress report and its spring break. I know because I need to keep pushing through. I got into UCSC and Chico and SDSU! I cannot wait
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Posted by a student on 03/28/09
My niece who came to live with us was on her way to fail the 9th grade for the 2nd time. Helix worked miracles with her and she became interested in school again. She loved Helix and missed only 2 days in 2 years...and for her that is saying something. She worked hard with support from all her teachers,
... Read more she made up all her failed grades and she will be graduating as a Senior, exactly where she was intended to. My son is also at Helix and he loves it and his teachers. He is a Honors student and said that he is looking forward to the challenge next year in AP classes. Helix has done this family good! Thanks Helix! Read less
Posted by a parent on 01/25/09
both my daughters went to Helix and recieved a great education and were accepted at elite colleges. You get out what you put in.
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Posted by a parent on 01/12/09
Helix is clearly the best school in the east county if not the city. The faculty is very involved, and active in getting their students to college. I have worked at several schools in the city and there is nothing that compares to Helix. I have worked at other schools which perform higher than Helix
... Read more (as far as test scores), but Helix works miracles with their students. Before you believe the bull that is spewed by the media and the school district, investigate what actually happens at the school. The school is high perfbborming, and active like no other school in San Diego. The principal and the vice principals, and the other administrators do a wonderful job. Think twice before beleiving the smear job that is coloring the success of Helix Charter. Read less
Posted by a teacher on 10/22/08
We had entered our daughter's name in the lottery to attend Helix, but her name was not called until mid-October. We pulled her out of the school she was attending, where she was doing well, because we thought Helix would offer a better foundation for a college-bound student. Were we ever wrong. There
... Read more were problems from the very start with bullying and, as a freshman, they would only give her 3 classes (one of which was PE) and she became bored very quickly. When the bullying did not stop, and I did speak to her vp, we pulled her out and put her back in her old school. She continues to be an outstanding student. The neighborhood Helix pulls from is very tough and she was the victim of a lot of racist and prejudicial comments; by the way, she is white. The school needs some serious help. Read less
Posted by a parent on 10/12/08
Helix is absolutely the best school in the district. We are good in academics and sports. Because we are so good in everything we do we have neighboring schools who aren't too supportive. Therefore, we have a ton of school spirit. It always a loud and fun game to be at when Helix is playing. We have
... Read more some awesome teachers, and alot of classes to choose from with the help of supportive counselors. An excellent choice for your child! Read less
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creative and productive thinking, the ability to produce new ideas;
leadership ability, the ability to direct individuals or groups to a common decision or action;
visual and performing arts, special talents in visual art, music, dance, drama, or other related studies;
psychomotor ability, such as practical, spatial, mechanical, and physical skills.
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Special Education Classes
A school or program within a school that provides services and training to students with moderate to severe mental and/or physical disabilities.
Adult Education Classes
Programs offering GED or equivalent courses for adults within regular schools, whether classes are held during evening or daytime schedules.
English as Second Language
English language classes for students whose first language is not English.
La Mesa schools — Helix Charter High School is located at 7323 University Ave, La Mesa CA 91941. 7323 University Ave is in the 91941 ZIP code in La Mesa, CA The school district for Helix Charter High School is the Grossmont Union High School District. Helix Charter High School is a Public school that serves grade levels 9 - 12.
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