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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

Alda Benavides, EdD - Vice Chair

Paula Garcia, EdD - Member

   Timothy Brown - Secretary/Treasurer 

María Esther Rodríguez Nguma, PhD – Member

   Arnaldo Gonzalez - 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 is inviting you to attend our annual Autism Walk! Featured Photo

Vanguard Academy is inviting you to attend our annual Autism Walk!

Join us on Saturday, April 29th from 7:30 AM - 9:30 AM at the Pharr Vanguard Academy Nature & Birding Center. The walk is free to participate however, if you plan on purchasing a t-shirt the registration deadline is Friday, March 24th. Please click on the link to register.
https://endurancesplits.redpodium.com/vanguard-academy-autism-walk

Class Talk Podcast!

DISCOVER VANGUARD ACADEMY! Join us for our second Class Talk Podcast, where we guarantee you will DISCOVER Vanguard Academy! Come and learn about all of the great things that are happening on our elementary campuses. Joining us today are Van Gogh Elementary Principal Mrs. I. Villafranco and Rembrandt Elementary Principal Mrs. M. Guerrero.
Spring Break / vacaciones de primavera Featured Photo

Spring Break / vacaciones de primavera

Vanguard Academy schools and offices will be closed March 13-17 for Spring Break.
Classes resume Monday, March 20. Have a wonderful and safe Spring Break! /
Las escuelas y oficinas de Vanguard Academy estarán cerradas del 13 al 17 de marzo
durante las vacaciones de primavera.
Las clases se reanudan el lunes 20 de marzo. ¡Que tengan unas maravillosas y seguras vacaciones de primavera!
Vanguard Academy would like to thank our school social workers for their amazing work and dedication towards making our schools a better place! Featured Photo

Vanguard Academy would like to thank our school social workers for their amazing work and dedication towards making our schools a better place!

Good Day Vanguard Victors!

Vanguard Academy believes that School Social Workers rise together to support their students, families, and school communities. It’s time to celebrate and be acknowledged for all of the tireless work you do to assist others.

We thank Mrs. Cynthia Hernandez, Mrs. Eliza De Leon, Miss Kassandra Molina, and Mrs. Diana Sanchez for their dedication and passion they show daily to the students, parents, and staff at Vanguard Academy.
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CLASS TALK PODCAST

DISCOVER VANGUARD ACADEMY! Welcome to our first Class Talk Podcast where we guarantee you will DISCOVER Vanguard Academy! Come and learn more about your child's education, focusing on curriculum, test scores, programs, and much much more.
National Leaders Meet with Vanguard Academy Superintendent Featured Photo

National Leaders Meet with Vanguard Academy Superintendent

On Tuesday, February 28, 2023, State Senator John Cornyn met with Vanguard Academy Superintendent Dr. Narciso Garcia in Washington D.C. The meeting focused on reviewing Vanguard Academy’s student performance data and the Charter School Program Grant (CSP).
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IMPORTANT MESSAGE FOR REMBRANDT ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY PARENTS

UPDATE:
Pharr PD has apprehended the suspect and the Lockout has been lifted.
‼️ IMPORTANT MESSAGE FOR REMBRANDT ELEMENTARY AND REMBRANDT SECONDARY PARENTS ‼️
This is an important message for Rembrandt Elementary and Secondary parents and students from Vanguard Academy. Today, our campus is being placed in a Lockout as a precautionary measure while police investigate suspicious activity in the area surrounding the schools.
All students are safe and classroom instruction is continuing, as usual. Please know that we take these situations very seriously, as the safety of our students is always our top priority. Again, this is an important message for Rembrandt Elementary and Secondary parents.
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ACTUALIZAR:
La policía de Pharr ha detenido al sospechoso y se ha levantado el cierre patronal.
‼️ MENSAJE IMPORTANTE PARA LOS PADRES DE PRIMARIA REMBRANDT Y SECUNDARIA REMBRANDT ‼️
Este es un mensaje importante para los padres y estudiantes de la escuela primaria y secundaria Rembrandt de Vanguard Academy. Hoy, nuestro plantel está en bloqueo como medida de precaución mientras la policía investiga actividad sospechosa en el área que rodea las escuelas.
Todos los estudiantes están seguros y la instrucción en el salón continúa, como de costumbre. Tenga en cuenta que tomamos estas situaciones muy en serio, ya que la seguridad de nuestros estudiantes es siempre nuestra principal prioridad. Una vez más, este es un mensaje importante para los padres de la Primaria y Secundaria Rembrandt.
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2023-2024 Open Enrollment

Vanguard Academy is accepting applications for all students from Pre-K3 through 12th grade for the 2023-2024 school year. Thank you for your interest in enrolling your child at Vanguard Academy. We understand the importance in providing the best education to your child. We appreciate your consideration of Vanguard Academy as your school of choice.

If you have questions regarding enrollment at Vanguard Academy Charter Schools, you can contact the PEIMS Department at (956) 781-1701 or email us at [email protected]

BUILDING BRIDGES!

Vanguard Academy Rembrandt Secondary students met with Pharr leaders and learned more about the international trade.
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