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About Us

Vanguard Academy Public Charter School sits in the heart of the Rio Grande Valley, a diverse and dynamic region of the Rio Grande Valley.  Vanguard Academy compromises of 10 square miles and encompasses the cities of Alamo, Edinburg, and Pharr. Vanguard is the second largest charter district in South Texas.
 
Founded on sound morals, values, and principles, Vanguard Academy has grown into a large community-based school system.  Innovation, tenacity, vision, and equity are key drivers that have shaped Vanguard Academy into one of the area’s most prominent and forward-looking school systems. Advances such as pay for performance, college and career education programs, and an outstanding dual language program are taking Vanguard Academy Public Charter School to the next level.
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Mission

Vanguard Academy will sustain a partnership with parents and the community. Vanguard Academy will provide children “A Purpose in Life and A Reason for Learning” in a safe and friendly environment. Vanguard Academy’s purpose is to prepare students to be successful in their continuing education, to create positive learning habits and working ethics, to prepare students to be successful in their careers and to teach students to be responsible and respectful. Vanguard Academy will build a positive self-esteem and challenge students to be independent thinkers with good character. Vanguard Academy prioritizes on teaching students the highest standards of academics and extends an opportunity to express their own unique gifts and talents.

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Board of Trustees

Luzelma Canales, PhD - Chair

Arnaldo Gonzalez - Vice Chair

Paula Garcia, EdD - Member

   Timothy Brown - Secretary/Treasurer 

María Esther Rodríguez Nguma, PhD – Member

  • 100% of students have access to Fine Arts
  • 1:1 Technology: A device for every student
  • 3 Early College High Schools
  • Over 25 million in Scholarships offered to our seniors
  • Highest Kinder Readiness Performance in Hidalgo County Pre-K3, Pre-K4, and Kinder Programs
  • Every school offers Dual Enrollment
  • Every school offers Dual Language
  • Career and Technical Education

News

Vanguard Academy leads Region One in school safety! Featured Photo

Vanguard Academy leads Region One in school safety!

Vanguard Academy had its latest Safety Intruder Audit conducted by the Texas Education Agency at Van Gogh on April 10, 2024 and ZERO Findings were reported. We celebrate with the Van Gogh Family and Vanguard Academy as up to now all Vanguard Academy schools that have been audited have had ZERO Findings.

• Beethoven Elementary – ZERO Findings
• Beethoven Secondary – ZERO Findings
• Mozart Elementary – ZERO Findings
• Mozart Secondary – ZERO Findings
• Picasso Elementary – ZERO Findings
• Rembrandt Elementary – ZERO Findings
• Rembrandt Secondary – ZERO Findings
• Van Gogh Elementary/Secondary – ZERO Findings
Vanguard Academy is the only School District in Region One with ZERO Findings in TEA’s Safety Intruder Audits for the 2023-2024 school year. The only Vanguard Academy campus pending a Safety Intruder Audit is Monet Elementary. As of April 10th, 2024, 83% of Vanguard Academy schools have been audited.

Vanguard Academy leads Region One in school safety! The only school district in Region One with ZERO Findings! We celebrate our campuses as we continue to work hard to keep every student, teacher, administrator, and family safe! Congratulations Vanguard Academy for ZERO findings in our latest School Safety Intruder Audit at Van Gogh! To God all the honor and the glory!
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National School Library Week!

📖 📚 ❤️April 4th is National School Librarian and April 8th-12th is National School Library Week.

Let's celebrate our dynamic Librarians/ Library Aides! 📖 📚 ❤️

Our Librarians are Reading Advocates, Information Literacy Teachers, Event Planners, and Innovative Leaders! Our campuses are blessed to have each and every single one of them, as they play an integral role in our school communities. Their dedication and commitment are greatly appreciated and invaluable to us!

Top Row (L to R) - Cristobal Chapa (Mozart Elem.), Amy Gonzalez (Van Gogh Elem./Sec.) , Patricia Sheckler (Rembrandt Elem), Denise Garza (Mozart Secondary), San Juana Ornelas (Picasso Elem.), Amy Elizondo (Beethoven Sec.)

Bottom Row (L to R) - Samantha Wheat (Beethoven Elem.) , Nathaly Garza (Rembrandt Secondary), Rachel Campos (Beethoven Secondary), Amanda Puentes (Rembrandt Secondary.
🌞🌔🌒🌒🌑Total Solar Eclipse Day 🌑🌒🌒🌔🌞 Featured Photo

🌞🌔🌒🌒🌑Total Solar Eclipse Day 🌑🌒🌒🌔🌞

Vanguard Academy Science Department is excited about this fantastic opportunity for our students to witness a rare astronomical event.
April 8, 2024 students are welcome to wear Solar Eclipse shirts or NASA inspired Gear. Don't forget your solar eclipse glasses! (Vanguard 3rd - 12th graders are welcome to participate in viewing with a Vanguard Waiver- Vanguard Academy will provide solar glasses)
Let's get excited for this viewing next Solar Eclipse is not available until 2044!
Come Meet the Authors of "Blast Off To the Moon"!!! Featured Photo

Come Meet the Authors of "Blast Off To the Moon"!!!

On April 12, the Alamo Public Library will be hosting an event in partnership with Mozart Elementary. Come Meet the Authors, Miriam Cavazos and her 1st grade students!
Vanguard Academy is proud of what you do for our students and the community!
The Alamo Public Library will be hosting a “Meet the Authors!” event on April 12th in partnership with Mozart Elementary. Come and meet the authors- Ms. Miriam Cavazos and her 1st Grade class, as we celebrate their new book “Blast Off To The Moon”!
Congratulations to the Jr. and Mini Knightettes from our Mozart Schools!!! Featured Photo

Congratulations to the Jr. and Mini Knightettes from our Mozart Schools!!!

🎉 Congratulations to the Jr. and Mini Knightettes from Mozart Elementary and Secondary for their outstanding performances at the Showtime Valley International Dance Competition held at the McAllen Convention Center this past weekend! They definitely made some noise and brought back some hard earned awards.
Beethoven Gladiator Band earns Division 1 SWEEPSTAKES!!! Featured Photo

Beethoven Gladiator Band earns Division 1 SWEEPSTAKES!!!

🎶🎵Congratulations to the incredible Beethoven Gladiator Band on their outstanding performance! Your dedication, talent, and hard work have truly paid off, earning you Division 1 ratings all across the board! What an incredible achievement! You've made your school and the Vanguard community immensely proud. Keep reaching for the stars and making beautiful music! 🎉🎉🎉🎉