About Us

We started in 2018 with a small student run cafe in Chicago.

Since then we’ve expanded our offering to K-12 students at schools and programs across the country. The pandemic closed our cafe, as we moved with students online during the first years of the pandemic.

We’ve now grown into a full service education program designer for K-12 schools and programs focused on bringing high quality, project-based, 21st century skill development rooted in human design principals.

Since 2018 we’ve served over 5,000 K-12 students in a variety of programs both in school, after school, and during the summer. We’ve worked with students from 124 schools and have served more than 480 educators with professional learning sessions and workshops.

We are a 501C-3 not for profit organization with a mission to develop transferable skills for students’ futures through real-world learning in partnership with communities.

Meet the Team


  • Executive Director, Education

    Caitlin Botsios brings expertise in curriculum development, professional development, and educational program management, building on her background as a middle school teacher and her leadership roles at WE and Teach For America. Through Helix, Caitlin works to empower educators and students by creating innovative learning experiences that blend technology, personalized learning, and civic engagement.

    Connect with Caitlin

    caitlin@helixeducation.org


  • Executive Director, Business Operations

    Sean Connolly brings expertise in student entrepreneurship, business education, and community partnerships, building on his background in higher education and community development at Loyola University Chicago. Through Helix, Sean works to transform traditional education by creating innovative learning experiences that bridge schools and communities.

    Connect with Sean

    sean@helixeducation.org

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