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The Pride Of La mesa Since 1952

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Get Your Tickets To Our Annual Spaghetti Dinner September 12th

August 30, 2026

2026–2027 MARCHING BAND SEASON KICKOFF Come celebrate the start of another great season! Join the Helix Instrumental Music Family as we kick off the 2026–2027 marching band season! Bring your family and friends, reconnect with alumni, and come support our incredible student musicians. The…

Annual Helix Mattress Sale!!!

August 30, 2026

We know asking someone about their mattress isn't exactly a common topic of conversation, but that's exactly why you have no clue who might be in the market for a new one without bringing it up with EVERYONE IN YOUR LIFE! Unlike other fundraisers that rely on…

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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.

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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.