Hello Vanguard Family! 👋
Today’s Election Day! Make sure you take a few minutes to exercise your right to vote — every voice matters!
Ever wondered why Election Day always lands on a Tuesday in November? Back in the 1800s, most people were farmers who often had to travel a day or two to reach their polling place. November was chosen because harvest season was over, and Tuesday worked best since it didn’t interfere with church on Sunday or market day on Wednesday.
Pretty cool how tradition and practicality shaped our democracy! 🗳️
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¡Hola, familia Vanguard! 👋 ¡Hoy es día de elecciones! No olviden dedicar unos minutos a ejercer su derecho al voto: ¡cada voto cuenta!
¿Se han preguntado alguna vez por qué las elecciones siempre caen en martes de noviembre? En el siglo de 1800, la mayoría de la gente eran agricultores que a menudo tenían que viajar uno o dos días para llegar a su centro de votación. Se eligió noviembre porque la temporada de cosecha había terminado, y el martes era el día más conveniente, ya que no interfería con la iglesia el domingo ni con el día de mercado del miércoles. ¡Es fascinante cómo la tradición y la practicidad han moldeado nuestra democracia! 🗳️
We want to recognize and celebrate our Licensed Specialists in School Psychology for the invaluable support, care and compassion they provide to our students🧠✨ Thank you Ms. Rachel Perez, Ms. Lisa Lopez, Mrs. Maria Elizondo and Mr. Angel Ortiz, your work makes a lasting difference in our students' lives and helps shape them into the men and women they were created to be. 🙌💫
Thank you for all that you do—especially the meaningful efforts that often happen behind the scenes! 💛📚
🏐 They’re off to the 2nd Round of Playoffs! 🎉
Vanguard Beethoven ECHS Girls Volleyball made HISTORY last night by advancing to the second round of the playoffs! 💪🔥
We’re so proud of our amazing student-athletes, coaching staff, campus administration, and all the parents, siblings, families, and supporters who have cheered on our Lady Gladiators every step of the way. 🙌💙
Thank you, Lady Gladiators, for bringing so much heart and passion to the game! ❤️🏆 We can’t wait to see you back on the court! 💥
#LadyGladiators #VanguardPride #PlayoffsBound #HistoryMade #GoGladiators
Big news for Vanguard Academy!🏅🏃♂️➡️👟
Congratulations to our two All-State runners from Rembrandt ECHS! 👏
Aaron Miranda placed 10th, earning a medal, and Gael Gonzalez finished 23rd, both securing spots in the Top 25 All-State team.
We are so proud of their hard work, dedication, and incredible performance! 👟🔥
#VanguardAcademy #RembrandtECHS #AllState #CrossCountry #StudentAthletes #VanguardPride
Our Van Gogh Elementary campus is hosting a pumpkin decorating contest, and they are encouraging our whole Vanguard family to participate in helping them decide on a winner! Click on the link or scan the QR code to view all our wonderful entries and then choose your favorite at the bottom! Voting ends next FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 7th!
https://forms.gle/5QKTCzxZg3SViCSz9
Thank you to all the families who brought creativity and joy to our book pumpkin decorating contest—it was wonderful to see everyone come together and share in this fun experience. Your participation not only brightened our community but also helped nurture connection and FAMILY, important parts of growing emotionally strong TOGETHER.
- The Van Gogh Counseling Team: Miss Enriquez, Mrs. Garza & Mr. Mejorado
Time to fall back, Vanguard Academy Family! 🍂⏰ Daylight Saving Time ends Sunday, November 2nd — enjoy that extra hour of sleep and get ready for the holidays! 🦃🎄💫
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¡Familia de Vanguard Academy, es tiempo de atrasar los relojes! 🍂⏰ El horario de verano termina el domingo, 2 de noviembre. ¡Disfruten de esa hora extra de sueño y prepárense para los días festivos! 🎄🦃💫
This Principals Month, we had the opportunity to recognize and celebrate the incredible leaders at Vanguard Academy during last night's board meeting!
Our principals drive our schools forward—supporting teachers, uplifting students, and fostering a daily culture of learning, growth, and community.
Thank you for your vision, dedication, and commitment to our students’ success. Your leadership makes Vanguard Academy a place where everyone can learn, grow, and thrive.🙌
We appreciate all that you do! 🙏
#NationalPrincipalsMonth #VanguardAcademy #SchoolLeaders #ThankYouPrincipals
Last week, we had the honor of celebrating National School Bus Safety Week! 🚌💛
A huge thank you to our incredible Transportation Department for keeping our students safe every day — whether it’s transporting them across campuses, to and from school, STC classes, or athletic events. Thank you for helping us move forward safely! 😊
Meet Manuel Haro, a bright and dedicated 6th grader at Monet Elementary who proudly maintains an all “A” Honor Roll. Known for his kindness, strong faith, and positive attitude, Manuel has a passion for Math and a natural curiosity about how things work—especially cars.
Outside the classroom, he enjoys playing soccer with friends and demonstrates excellent teamwork both on and off the field. Manuel dreams of becoming a mechanical engineer and attending Dartmouth College, where he hopes to combine his love of learning and innovation to make the world a better place.
Keep shining, Manuel! 💫
#StudentSpotlight #MonetElementary #VanguardAcademyProud #InspiringStudents #HardWorkPaysOff
In preparation for the Lights On Afterschool celebration, students at Beethoven Secondary spent the week building an interactive light cube using RGB LEDs that responds to touch by lighting up in different colors. Afterschool programs like ACE are crucial because they provide students with opportunities to explore STEAM concepts beyond the classroom, develop critical thinking and collaboration skills, and engage in meaningful, real-world projects that inspire curiosity and innovation. Activities like the light cube project show how afterschool learning fosters both academic growth and personal development, preparing students for future success.
🎉🌟Today we celebrate Mrs. Angelica Martinez, our incredible Principal at Mozart P-TECH in Alamo! Her hard work lights the way for our 6–12th grade students every single day. 💙📚 Your dedication, vision, and leadership inspire our entire school community! 🙌
#PrincipalMonth #LeadershipMatters #MozartPTECH #VanguardPride
ACE students proudly participated in the Howlin' Harvest Fall Festival, an event benefiting Palm Valley Animal Society. 🐶🐱 This community engagement opportunity allowed our students to support a local nonprofit dedicated to animal welfare, while fostering service learning and civic responsibility. ❤️🌟
We are grateful for the chance to connect with the community and contribute to such a meaningful cause! 🤝🐾🎗️
Meet Mr. Jose Gonzalez, the proud principal of Beethoven Early College High School, serving students from 6th through 12th grade in Edinburg.
Mr. Gonzalez is dedicated to creating a culture of excellence, innovation, and opportunity for every student. His leadership inspires both staff and students to achieve their fullest potential.
Thank you, Mr. Gonzalez, for your commitment to academic success! 👏🎓
#Leadership #EducationExcellence #BeethovenECHS #ThankYou
If you know a student in grades 1–12 who shines academically or creatively, now is the time to refer them. Don’t miss the opportunity—referral window closes November 21, 2025!
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Si conoces a un estudiante de 1.º a 12.º grado que destaque académica o creativamente, ¡ahora es el momento de referirlo! La ventana de referencia cierra el 21 de noviembre de 2025.
Since its start in 2004, this month has focused on educating and empowering digital citizens to stay safe online. Today, in 2025, an estimated 85–95% of successful cyber breaches are caused by human error — a powerful reminder that we are the first line of defense.
In education, protecting our students, staff, and information is essential.
✅ Stay alert
✅ Stay informed
✅ Practice safe digital habits
By working together and staying cyber aware, we help create a safer online environment for our schools and communities. 🛡️
Meet Mrs. Iliana Villafranco, Van Gogh Early College High School principal, serving students in 6th through 10th grade in Pharr. Thank you Mrs. Villafranco for your dedication and commitment to our students, staff, and Royals community. Your leadership makes a difference every single day! 💙🍎 #PrincipalsMonth #ThankYouPrincipal
Monday, October 27th – Friday, October 31st and join us in promoting healthy, drug-free choices! 💖
#RedRibbonWeek #DrugFreeLife #LifeIsAPuzzle #VanguardAcademy
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🎉¡Estamos emocionados de dar inicio a la Semana Nacional del Lazo Rojo! Celebra con nosotros una vida sin drogas con el tema de este año: "¡La vida es un rompecabezas, resuélvelo sin drogas!" 🧩 ¡Observa
nuestras divertidas actividades que se llevarán a cabo del lunes 27 de octubre al viernes 31 de octubre y únase a nosotros para promover opciones saludables y libres de drogas!💖
#SemanaDelLazoRojo #VidaSinDrogas #LaVidaEsUnRompecabezas #VanguardAcademy
