Free dinner for first 100 Hillers Back for Homecoming at School Museum

The Grossmont High School Museum will host a casual dinner and viewing before the 2011 Homecoming game.

Miss La Mesa in the Running for Homecoming Queen at San Diego State

Katie Martin would be the second Miss La Mesa to boast the Aztec title if she wins the crown Saturday at TCU game halftime.

1,200 East County HS Students Could Be Barred from Campus Friday

Grossmont Union district students who do not show proof of immunization by Friday will be excluded.

La Mesa’s Alicia McBride Is One of Five County Teachers of the Year

Reflections, a Probation Department school for juvenile offenders with mental illnesses, operates in commercial/industrial center of central La Mesa.

Helix Makes Furious Comeback to Swamp Gondoliers of Venice High

Troy Starr makes triumphant return to CIF L.A. City Section; he used to coach at Woodland Hills Taft.

Ex-Skateboard Pro Hails Dads as the Real Heroes in Murray Manor Event

Steven James puts on blacktop demonstration for 140 fathers, sons, daughters (and a few moms).

Second Chance for Dad: He’s All-Pro at Making Time for His Daughter

Victor Mosso leads group that works to bring families together. It next meets Friday at Muray Manor.

Reading and Running Animate 11-Year Helix Teacher John Vanderpot

High-energy English instructor has time for students—and 50-mile ultramarathons.

La Mesa Newcomer Making Noise for Northmont’s Silent Auction

PTA mom is seeking donations from local businesses for the school's Fall Carnival in late October.

13 Students Barred from Local Middle Schools for Lack of Booster Shots

One La Mesan, 12 in Spring Valley middle schools can’t attend class until they have proof of pertussis booster or immunization waiver.

Only 5 Schools Making ‘Adequate Progress’ in La Mesa-Spring Valley District

Three La Mesa and two Spring Valley schools met AYP criteria out of 21, school board is told.

Helix Scores Once in Field Hockey Loss to Patrick Henry High School

Brenda Perez is lone scorer for Highlanders in game moved from San Carlos to La Mesa.

Parent Sought for Oversight Committee in Grossmont Union High School District

CBOC keeps track of projects at Grossmont, Helix Charter and other schools funded by propositions.

1-in-6,000: Legion of Valor Honors NJROTC Cadet Katarina Schweitzer

Grossmont High School senior is honored in pregame ceremony at Bonita Vista football game.

Scotties Down the Dons 48-14 to Quickly Assert Newfound Dominance

Helix races to a 34-0 halftime lead against visiting Cathedral Catholic High School, then cruises with second-stringers in much of the second half.

Foothiller Frustration: 28-28 Tie With Bonita Vista Amid Lost Chances

Cliffhanger until the end, Hillers miss a field goal with 4 seconds left in the game and other scoring opportunities.

Tennis Is Served: Grossmont Downs Helix in First League Contest

Tennis teams seek improved records over last year, with Hillers returning all members.

Northmont PTA Wins $10,000 from Governor’s Physical Fitness Council

Elementary school’s PTA was named Parent Association of the Year for running and other programs.

Grossmont Sweeps Visiting Monte Vista in Girls Volleyball

Hillers dominate Monarchs in preleague competition, looks ahead to La Jolla and Scripps Ranch.

Grossmont High School District Sees ‘Soft Landing’ in Case of Midyear Cuts

School board approves year-ending budget report that leaves the district with a $15.9 million cushion.

Children’s Book Festival to Bloom in May 2012, But Seeds Planted Now

Deena While: “We’re talking with a bunch of libraries and schools and trying to get as many partners as possible.”

Photo Gallery: Junior Cadet Leadership Challenge (JCLC) 2011

Young Army JROTC cadets, including some from Mount Miguel High School, come together to share the experience of a lifetime.

EXCLUSIVE: JCLC Behind the Scenes-The Bloopers!

The fun doesn't stop for these cadets just because the day's events are over!

Helix Takes Eastlake Frustration Out on Vista, Pummeling the Panthers 42-7

One week after falling to Division I school, the Scotties beat up on host Panthers.

Grossmont Overcomes Errors to Beat University City, Keep Record Perfect

On cool night at La Jolla High School, Hillers hold off several Centurion drives and prevail 21-14.

Update: Prep Football Games to Go On as Scheduled

Coronado High has moved its scheduled 7:30 p.m. home opener to a 3 p.m. kickoff.

$4 Million Surplus Noted in Final 2010-11 K-8 Schools Budget

But “future is as cloudy as it’s ever been,” says schools Superintendent Brian Marshall.

Who’s Who at Your Child’s School

Your Patch directory to vital personnel at the local elementary, middle and high schools.

Update: Helix, Grossmont School Officials React to Moves in API Scores

Helix Executive Director Rani Goyal says: “This does not tell the full story of the excellence being achieved through our educational program.”

Helix Falls Short of Beating Eastlake in Clash of the Titans, Losing 21-14

Highlanders dispute an end-of-game referee call—a potential TD pass that was ruled incomplete.

Grossmont Beats Ramona 24-20 After Coming Back From 20 Points Down

Foothillers defeat visiting Bulldogs in season opener for both teams.

Quarterback Questions Loom as Grossmont High Hosts Ramona

Both teams have had to go to Plan B after losing their prospective starters to injury.

Senior QB Lewis Leads Scotties against Division I Powerhouse Eastlake High

Helix season opener at La Mesa field pits two top-ranked teams in San Diego CIF.

Prep Football: Monte Vista Kicks Off Season vs. Serra

The Monarchs look to snap a string of losing seasons behind seven returning starters.

Richie Lawrence Has the X-Factor: Hard Work Pays Off as Top Fundraiser

La Mesan, 10, won a Kinect gaming system for raising the most money for his Pop Warner team.

Kroc Center Preschool to Debut—With Discounts for the Potty Trained

Christian-based RJ’s Preschool Academy hosts an open house and campus tour Tuesday.

5 Tips to Organize Your Kids’ School Paperwork

Keep your kids school papers organized and your house clutter free

Helix Outlines Steps to Deal with Marching Band Noise Complaints

Spokeswoman: “We are willing to be good neighbors and do what we can to minimize the impact on the surrounding community.”

Digital Do's and Don'ts for the Dorm

How to protect yourself (and your stuff).

Photo Gallery: Loma Elementary Movie Night

Rio hit the screen last Friday with raving reviews from Loma students and parents.