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Helix AI & Medical Academy reports enrollment growth and middle-school construction timeline
Summary
Helix leadership told the board it has 526 applications with about 194 students on a waitlist, anticipates roughly 760 K–6 seats next year, and plans middle-school construction starting late summer to open in 2027–28; presenters said K–12 expansion will be considered later based on demand.
Dr. Ellen and Mr. Cast presented an update on the Helix AI and Medical Academy’s enrollment and facilities plan, showing current applications (526) with a 194-student waiting list and projected K–6 enrollment near 760 seats next year. The presenters said current enrollment stands near 500 and the school has grown since opening in August.
They showed renderings of a planned middle-school building and said construction would begin later this summer with a target opening in the 2027–28 school year. The academy is phasing expansion (K–8 initially) and said the district will assess demand before deciding on a full K–12 model.
Board members asked about retention, the timing of construction and facility placement for upcoming sixth graders; presenters said they anticipate modest net growth, intend to use existing modular space for overflow this year, and will monitor demand before committing to additional phases.
Next step: Helix will host a site visit for board members and return with enrollment and construction updates as they firm plans.
