As we prepare to take time off from school for the Thanksgiving break, we wanted you to know that we are THANKFUL FOR YOU! Here are a few reminders to stay healthy and on track as we enter into the holiday season and finals. Wishing our families a restful and rejuvenating Thanksgiving Break. We will see you back in school on Monday, December 2.
Perfectionism & Healthy Expectations - Trying to Be Perfect in an Imperfect World - Tuesday, Dec. 3 from 6-7pm
Come join other students and parents as we learn how to navigate perfectionism and balancing healthy expectations. With finals coming up, this is an important topic and we are offering students one community service hour for attending this presentation. This will be presented by Amy Chavez with San Diego Youth Services. This event will be held in ExL, the 1600 building, and is open to all parents and guardians. Registration not required. Students and siblings are welcome to attend with you. You can park in the staff lot located at 7323 University, above the big H. Snacks will be provided. For translation services, click here.
Winter Snow Jams Concert - December 11 & 12
The Winter Snow Jams Concert will perform on the Helix PAC Mainstage on December 11 & 12 from 7-9:30pm.
FAFSA/CADAA Application Assistance - Thursday, Dec. 12 from 6-7pm
Please join us at this event to get assistance completing your FAFSA/CADAA application. Remember that submitting the FAFSA or CADAA is a graduation requirement. If you submit by Friday, 2/28/24 you will receive 2 extra tickets for graduation. This event will be held in ExL (room 1600) at 6pm and is open to all senior students, parents and guardians. Registration is not required. Snacks will be provided. Please park in the staff lot located at 7323 University, above the big H. For translation services, click here.
Minimum Day - Thursday, December 12
Students will be dismissed at 1:20pm.
Final Exam Care Packages - Wednesday, December 18
The Helix PTSA is selling Finals Care Packages again! For $15, students will get a Submarina sub sandwich, chips, a cookie and a drink. You can place your order by clicking here - https://helixptsa.myptezcentral.com/. You must order by Friday, December 13. Students can pick up their meal during lunch on Wednesday, December 18 in the gym. Please let your student(s) know you’ve ordered for them so they know to pick them up. The proceeds go to the Helix PTSA, which helps pay for student enrichment, scholarships and more. To learn more about getting involved in the PTSA, email helixptsapresident@gmail.com.
Finals for Fall Semester 2 - December 19 & December 20
Students will be dismissed at 2:00pm on these days. For the revised bell schedule of finals days, click here.
Yearbook Cost Increase
Yearbooks are currently for sale for $75 at the Dawg House and through the student store. The cost will increase to $85 in January and yearbooks SELL OUT, so buy one now if you're interested!
