Helios School

As summer begins, we're looking back on the inspiring Celebrations of Learning that marked the end of another incredible year at Helios.

From presentations to performances, exhibits to mock trials, and everything in between, students shared their learning through authentic, real-world experiences.

Join us as we revisit some of the special moments that brought us together – and brought this year's learning to life.

Congratulations to the Helios Class of 2026! 🎓

Our graduation celebration last Friday was filled with heartfelt tributes from graduates and teachers, moments of joy and reflection, and so much pride for all these students have accomplished.

Behind it all is the hard work, growth, and determination that brought them to this milestone. We are so proud of the Class of 2026 and all that lies ahead.

We have officially hit the final stretch of the semester!

As we prepare to celebrate another incredible year of learning, growth, and community with a week full of special events and our 8th grade graduation ceremony, here are some highlights from our Celebrations of Learning (stay tuned for more).

It’s that time of year – we’re inviting alumni, former students, families, and friends of Helios back to campus for a night of celebration and connection at our annual Helios Alumni BBQ!

Join us at 5:00pm on Thursday, June 12, for food, fun, and memories with the Helios community past and present. To RSVP or update your contact information, please reach out to [email protected].

We can’t wait to see you there!

If you want to know what Helios is really about, you just have to talk to our student ambassadors. They have this amazing way of making every new family feel welcome from the very first hello.

Whether they’re sharing their projects or keeping the vibes high at the Spring Carnival, they make a huge difference. This special celebration was our chance to cheer them on and say a giant 'thank you' for all they do!

Looking for a summer camp that sparks curiosity, creativity, and big thinking? Join us at Helios Summer Camps for hands-on, joy-filled learning adventures all summer long! ☀️🧠

One camp we’re especially excited about: Mind-Bending Math Mysteries Camp for students in grades 3-8. If your child loves math and problem-solving, this is their dream week: games, puzzles, symmetry + tessellations, graph theory, language decoding, and even tie-dye – an exploration of symmetry in and of itself!

Come play with cool math, create your own puzzles, and discover just how creative mathematics can be. Learn more + register at our summer camps page: https://www.heliosschool.org/summercamps

Our fledgling journalists of the Helios Times recently spent the day stepping inside a real newsroom at The Stanford Daily! 🗞📝💻

Students got a behind-the-scenes look at both print and digital media operations, and heard directly from Stanford's head editors about the history and evolution of the 130-year-old newspaper.

Huge thanks to our faculty advisors for taking this idea from a spark to reality – and giving our students a meaningful window into what a future in journalism (or a lifelong passion for storytelling) might look like.

Our 5th & 6th graders took on Joshua Tree National Park – and came back more confident, capable, and connected.

From constructing a tent village to exploring Pioneertown and hiking Black Rock Campground, this annual trip truly extended learning beyond the classroom. Students built independence, teamwork, and the ability to get comfortable being uncomfortable.

Thank you to all our chaperones and parent volunteers for making this trip memorable for all!

Our Backyard Carnival was the perfect way to come together and celebrate spring – treats, creative spins on classic carnival games, a very busy dunk tank, and lots of laughter.

The best part? Welcoming our new families into the mix for an easy, joyful, and very Helios kind of evening.

Thank you to our creative and dedicated HCA members who brought this special event to life!

Helios Friends Day is one of our favorite traditions of the school year. During this special event, we welcome extended family members, friends, and caregivers to step into the shoes of their students and experience a morning on campus.

From participating in Community Meeting to joining a Math Circle – or simply spending time together in the classroom – we hope our guests gained a meaningful glimpse into what makes the Helios community and program so unique.

Thank you to everyone who joined us and helped make the morning so special!