We are the Highlanders

The Pride Of La mesa Since 1952

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Paper Work Day July 19th 9am-11am

June 30, 2025

Welcome to the 2025-2026 Helix Instrumental Music season! We would like to take this opportunity to welcome our new members and our returning veterans to the Helix Instrumental Music Family. Whether you are a student or a parent you will have many opportunities to get involved with people…

Band Camp Survival Guide July 21st - August 2nd

June 4, 2025

BAND CAMP SURVIVAL GUIDE! All Students who will be in the Helix Highlander Marching band,Pipe Band and Color guard must attend to be guaranteed a spot in the 2025 competitive field show. WE ARE SO GLAD YOU HAVE DECIDED TO JOIN THE PRIDE OF LA MESA AND BECOME PART OF THE ONGOING HISTORY…

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About HELIX INSTRUMENTAL MUSIC

The Helix Instrumental Music Association is one of largest and most successful school music programs in east county San Diego. The Music Program at Helix currently consists of approximately 180 students in eight main groups: Drumline, Bagpipes, Color Guard, Orchestra, Concert Band, Symphonic Band, Jazz Band and Wind Symphony. All three bands, as well as the color guard and bagpipes, combine to form the Helix Highlander Band.

Our foundation, the Helix Instrumental Music Association (HIMA) is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization Tax Id# 23-7255896 formed to support the Instrumental Music program at Helix Charter High School.

Contact

Helix Charter High School | 7323 University Ave. | La Mesa CA 91942 | (619) 644-1940

All donations are tax deductable. Helix Instrumental Music Association is a 501(c)(3) not for profit organization, federal tax ID# 23-7255896. These charitable gifts go directly to supporting our ongoing educational programs.