This holiday season, we’d like to share some healthy mental health tips to help you enjoy the holidays 🎄✨. From managing stress 💆♀️ to practicing self-care 💙 and staying connected with loved ones 🤝, these tips are here to support your well-being and help you find balance, joy, and peace during this festive time ❄️😊
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Durante esta temporada navideña, nos gustaría compartir algunos consejos saludables para el bienestar mental que le ayudarán a disfrutar de las fiestas 🎄✨. Desde manejar el estrés 💆♀️ hasta practicar el autocuidado 💙 y mantenerse conectado con sus seres queridos 🤝, estos consejos están aquí para apoyar su bienestar y ayudarle a encontrar equilibrio, alegría y paz durante este tiempo festivo ❄️😊


REMINDER: Vanguard Academy Family! 🌟 We’re only three days away from Noche de Familia! 🎉 Join us to learn about the incredible opportunities available to our students through our Career & Technical Education (CTE) and College, Career, Military Readiness (CCMR) programs. 💼🎓 With more than 10 pathways to choose from, come explore all that Vanguard has to offer. 🔍✨Don’t miss this chance to learn, connect, and plan for the future. We can’t wait to see you there! 👋💙

Bring your family, meet our CTE team, and explore hands-on programs that open real career paths for our students.
Join us on December 9, 2025 from 5 PM to 7 PM at the Rembrandt Secondary Zeke Martinez Building.
Explore our programs of study, ask questions, try activities, and see how our CCMR and CTE programs help students aim higher and go further.
Everyone is welcome!

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Este 20 de noviembre, vestimos de azul para honrar a los niños que sufren una pérdida. Unámonos en apoyo, comprensión y compasión. 💙 #DíaDeConcienciaciónSobreElDueloInfantil #VísteteDeAzul #ApoyemosANuestrosNiños


Today, we launch The Royal Connection—a monthly newsletter created to keep you informed, engaged, and connected to everything happening at Van Gogh Secoondary (6th-10th Grade). Each issue will bring you clear updates, helpful reminders, and important information to support your child’s success.
More than a newsletter, The Royal Connection represents our ongoing commitment to strengthening the bond between our school, our families, and our community. We know that when we work together, our students benefit the most—and this is one more way to keep that partnership strong.
📬 Click below to explore this month’s edition:
https://sites.google.com/vanguardacademy.net/vangoghechs/november
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💖 ¡Prepárate para celebrar el Día Mundial de la Bondad el 13 de noviembre! 💖 En Vanguard Academy, creemos que la amabilidad crea conexión, sentido de pertenencia y escuelas más fuertes. Únete a nosotros vistiendo de rosa para que la amabilidad sea la norma. 🌎 💖 ¡Guiémonos por la compasión en todo lo que hagamos! #DíaMundialDeLaAmabilidad #VanguardStrong #LaAmabilidadImporta #HagamosDeLaAmabilidadLaNorma #VísteteDeRosaPorLaAmabilidad


Experience an evening of student-led worship, powerful testimonies, and inspiring speakers. 🙌

We're excited to invite you to our "Building Better Family Bonds" workshop series! Join us for three interactive sessions focused on strengthening family connections. You'll learn effective communication skills to resolve conflicts, discover the power of gratitude and how to express it, and explore how teamwork can enhance your family dynamics. These free workshops are a wonderful opportunity to grow closer as a family. We hope to see you there!
Scan the QR code or click on the link to register: https://forms.gle/GKiD5n16hdsHCL8N8
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Estimadas Familias de Vanguard Academy,
¡Estamos emocionados de invitarlos a nuestra serie de talleres "Construyendo Mejores Lazos Familiares"! Acompáñenos en tres sesiones interactivas enfocadas en fortalecer las conexiones familiares. Aprenderán habilidades efectivas de comunicación para resolver conflictos, descubrirán el poder de la gratitud y cómo expresarla, y explorarán cómo el trabajo en equipo puede mejorar la dinámica familiar. Estos talleres gratuitos son una maravillosa oportunidad para crecer más unidos como familia. ¡Esperamos verlos allí!
Escanee el código QR o haga clic en el enlace para registrarse: https://forms.gle/GKiD5n16hdsHCL8N8


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



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



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.


On Thursday, October 2nd, Vanguard Academy hosted the first Superintendent’s Parent Roundtable of the year at the San Juan Memorial Library. Parents joined Superintendent Dr. Marisol Rocha for an engaging discussion on district initiatives, school updates, and ways families can help shape the future of our schools.
💬 The roundtable created a space to:
✅ Learn about district goals
✅ Share ideas & feedback
✅ Connect with other parents
✅ Participate in a Q&A session
🗓 Monthly meetings will continue through May 2026, and we look forward to welcoming more families to future sessions!
#VanguardAcademy #ParentRoundtable #FamilyEngagement #FutureFocused
Today, Friday, Sept. 26, our students and staff came together by wearing gold in honor of Childhood Cancer Awareness Month. 🌟
Your support and participation helped raise awareness and show strength, love, and hope for all children and families affected by childhood cancer. Together, we shine brighter and stronger. ✨
We are proud of our Vanguard community for standing united for such an important cause. 💙💛
#ChildhoodCancerAwareness #VanguardAcademy #GoGold




Today, we celebrate and thank our amazing Human Resources Department here at Vanguard Academy. 💙
Your dedication, compassion, and hard work ensure that our staff and students have the support they need to thrive every single day. From guiding our team members to fostering a positive workplace culture, your impact is felt across our entire district.
We appreciate you and all that you do to make Vanguard Academy a great place to learn, work, and grow! 🙌
#HumanResourcesAppreciationDay #VanguardAcademy

Our Vanguard Academy volleyball teams (Beethoven, Mozart, Rembrandt and Van Gogh) attended the UTRGV Volleyball match against Lamar University.
It was a 3-0 sweep!
What a great opportunity for our teams to see next level play!
#VanguardVolleyball #NextLevelPlay #UTRGV #Vaqueros




✨ In honor of National Security Officer Appreciation Week, we proudly recognize all of our amazing Security Guards across Vanguard Academy! 💙
Thank you for your committed dedication to keeping our schools, students, and staff safe. 🏫👩🏫👨🎓
We appreciate you and are truly grateful for all that you do! 🙌
🛡️Semana Nacional de Reconocimiento a los Guardias de Seguridad
✨ En honor a la Semana Nacional de Reconocimiento a los Guardias de Seguridad, reconocemos con orgullo a todos nuestros increíbles guardias de seguridad de Vanguard Academy. 💙
Gracias por su inquebrantable dedicación para mantener la seguridad de nuestras escuelas, estudiantes y personal. 🏫👩🏫👨🎓
¡Los apreciamos y agradecemos todo su valioso trabajo! 🙌
#SecurityOfficerAppreciation #VanguardPride #SafeSchools #ThankYou #Gracias #GuardiasDeSeguridad

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Septiembre es el Mes de la Concientización sobre la Prevención del Suicidio. En Vanguard Academy, estamos comprometidos con el bienestar de nuestros estudiantes, personal y familias. Recuerda, no estás solo(a). Siempre hay ayuda disponible: ✅ Llama o envía un mensaje de texto al 988 ✅ Chatea en 988lifeline.org ✅ En una emergencia, marca 911 #MesDePrevenciónDelSuicidio #TúImportas #LíneaDeVida988 #VanguardSePreocupa


🌟 Celebrating Our Vanguard Moms! 🌟
We’re so proud of the amazing Vanguard Academy mothers who took part in the She Succeeds: Workshops for Women in the Workforce at the Dustin Michael Sekula Library this week.
By investing in their growth—exploring new career paths, learning online job tools, and sharpening interview skills—they’re proving it’s never too late to chase your dreams.
Your dedication inspires us all. Keep shining Vanguard moms!
#VanguardAcademy #VanguardMoms #SheSucceeds #WomenInTheWorkforce #NeverTooLate #ChasingDreams #EmpoweredWomen #CareerGrowth #LifelongLearning #InspiringMoms










