Helix College & Career Academy

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We are excited to officially launch Helix College & Career Academy (HCCA), a new school that will help our graduates in transitioning from high school to college.

HCCA offers students an opportunity to continue to grades 13 and 14 as part of Helix Community Schools and earn an Associate degree or technical degree on us. The school is tuition free and students can enroll in classes through Southern University, Baton Rouge Community College and Savvas Learning Company. It is open to Helix 2026 graduates.

This program is tuition-free for all students eligible to enroll. Classes begin in August 2026.

Admissions

Open to 2026 Helix graduates
Students must have fulfilled the requirements for high school graduation
Students must not be eligible for TOPS

Academic Programs

HCCA offers both a college track and a career track. With your counselor, you may choose which best fits your goals.

Registered Apprenticeships

A/C Mechanic
Carpentry
Electrician
Pipefitter
Plumber
Welder

Industry-Based Certifications

Architecture and Construction
Finance
STEM
Transportation and Logistics
Others Available

Degree Programs

Associate Degrees

Business Arts
Criminal Justice
Humanities

Technical Diplomas

NCCER Pipefitting Level 4
NCCER Electrical Level 4
Carpentry
HVAC/R Technician
Welding

Campus Life

HCCA offers a vibrant and supportive environment where students come together to learn, grow, and connect. You’ll find many opportunities to get involved—student clubs, cultural events, leadership programs, and academic support services that all contribute to a strong sense of community. With smaller class sizes and a focus on student success, we foster close relationships with faculty and peers, making it easy to find your place and make the most of your post-high school experience.

For more information, contact Dr. Domingue at” (225) 346-5180 or email info@helixcommunityschools.org

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Helix Community Schools prohibits discrimination against its employees and students on the basis of race, color, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, ethnic origin, religion, and disability. Helix Community Schools admits students of any race, color, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, ethnic origin, religion, or with disability to all the rights, privileges, programs, and activities generally accorded or made available to students at the schools. It does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, ethnic origin, religion, and disability in administration of its educational policies, admissions policies, scholarship and loan programs, and athletic and other school-administered programs.

Public Records Requests

In accordance with the Louisiana Public Records Law (La. R.S. 44:1 et seq.), individuals may request access to public records maintained by Helix Community Schools by submitting a written request to the Custodian of Public Records. All public records requests must be directed to: public.records@helixcommunityschools.org.

This email address is designated exclusively for the submission of public records requests. Student education records are protected under the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) and related state laws, and are not considered public records. Requests for student records must be submitted directly to the appropriate school using the contact information provided below. Requests properly submitted to the Custodian of Public Records will be reviewed and responded to within the timeframes required by Louisiana law.

Student Records Requests

Helix Community Schools maintains student records at the school level. If you are seeking student records, please submit your request directly to the school the student attends or attended to ensure timely and accurate processing of your request.

Please include the student’s full name, date of birth, and any relevant details to help locate the records. Student records are confidential and will only be released in accordance with applicable federal and state privacy laws. Below are the designated email addresses for submitting student records requests for each Helix school. Failure to direct records requests to the correct school will result in delayed processing.