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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 seven top performing school districts in South Texas. 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

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Vanguard Academy leads Region One in school safety! Featured Photo

Vanguard Academy leads Region One in school safety!

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. As of May 7th, 2024, 100% 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 our students, teachers, administrators, and families safe! Congratulations Vanguard Academy for ZERO findings in our latest School Safety Intruder Audit at Monet Elementary! To God all the honor and the glory!
VANGUARD ACADEMY LEADS THE RIO GRANDE VALLEY IN KEY EDUCATION AREAS Featured Photo

VANGUARD ACADEMY LEADS THE RIO GRANDE VALLEY IN KEY EDUCATION AREAS

Texas Education Agency’s (TEA) recent data highlights Vanguard Academy leading the Rio Grande Valley and the State in important areas of education, which are academics, early childhood and college & career readiness for all of its campuses. Click here to see more!!!
Congratulations to the Vanguard Beethoven Orchestra Double Bass Ensemble! Featured Photo

Congratulations to the Vanguard Beethoven Orchestra Double Bass Ensemble!

"The Vanguard Beethoven Orchestra Double Bass Ensemble” was selected as one of only two ensembles from across Texas to perform at the 2023 Texas Orchestra Directors Association Summer Convention in San Antonio on July 21. The selection process consisted of an application and video submission of the ensemble that were evaluated by a judging panel.
This is the first year that TODA has invited student groups to perform. The double bassists, who range from 4th - 10th grade, will play their program for teachers from across the state.
The Vanguard Orchestra program began in 2019 and is under the direction of Cristina Amorim and Adriana Rodriguez.
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South Texas College Field Trip Highlights

Vanguard Academy students visited the South Texas College Technology Campus. Big thanks to Mr. Carlos A. Martinez and Ms. Irma Rosales from the South Texas College Institute for Advanced Manufacturing. Big thanks to Ms. Rosalba Perez at Cinch Connectors. Big thanks to Ms. Rubi Cantu at Regal Rexnord Corporation.

Vanguard Academy is always looking to create purposeful relationships to benefit our students!!

Thanks everybody for making this endeavor a huge success!
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