Mission Statement 

Community connections:

Academic rigor Personal development A safe and fun environment The Helms community strives to build mutually respectful connections between the school and the Richmond and San Pablo communities. These connections are key to the success of every student.

Academic rigor:

The Helms community works toward increasing levels of academic rigor for all students. Academic rigor consists of a challenging curriculum that is designed to get students to reach standards and beyond.

Personal development:

The Helms community fosters the personal growth of students throughout the curriculum and the after school program.

A safe and fun environment:

The Helms community assures a safe and fun environment primarily by building trusting, respectful relationships throughout the school.