Vanguard Academy

The Stronger Connections team invites all parents to an informational session focused on supporting your children. Don't miss this opportunity to learn the facts about the direct link between mental health and substance use in teenagers. We are excited to welcome Sara Linskey from Texas Tropical Behavioral Health. Mrs. Linskey will bring her expertise and offer practical insights to help you navigate these important issues with your child.

Join us this Tuesday, November 11th
Time: 10:00 AM
Location: Van Gogh Elementary School (in the Lecture Hall)

See you there!
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El equipo de Stronger Connections invita a todos los padres a una sesión informativa sobre cómo apoyar a sus hijos. No pierdan esta oportunidad de conocer la realidad sobre la relación directa entre la salud mental y el consumo de sustancias en adolescentes. Nos complace dar la bienvenida a Sara Linskey de Texas Tropical Behavioral Health. La Sra. Linskey compartirá su experiencia y ofrecerá consejos prácticos para ayudarles a abordar estos temas importantes con sus hijos.

Acompáñenos este martes 11 de noviembre
Hora: 10:00 a. m.
Lugar: Escuela Primaria Van Gogh (en el auditorio)

¡Los esperamos!

We are officially done with the second six weeks! Parents, you can now view your child’s report card through the Parent Portal (Ascender). Instructions on how to access the Parent Portal can be found in the link below:
https://www.vanguardacademy.education/documents/departments/peims/parent-portal/712905
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¡Oficialmente hemos concluido nuestras segundas seis semanas! Padres, ya pueden ver el boletín de calificaciones de sus hijos a través del Portal para Padres (Ascender). Encontrarán instrucciones para acceder al Portal para Padres en el siguiente enlace:
https://www.vanguardacademy.education/documents/departments/peims/parent-portal/712905

We’re excited to share that Vanguard Academy is using CharacterStrong to help students grow in kindness, respect, responsibility, and empathy. Our goal is to create a school community where students feel safe, supported, and empowered to make positive choices every day. Families can be part of this journey too! Families who want access to the program’s resources and support CharacterStrong at home can request it here: https://characterstrong.com/document/cs-family-access Together, we’re building a culture of kindness—one student at a time. 🌟
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¡Vanguard Academy fomenta el desarrollo del carácter en el aula! 🌟 Nos complace compartir que Vanguard Academy utiliza CharacterStrong para ayudar a los estudiantes a cultivar la bondad, el respeto, la responsabilidad y la empatía. Nuestro objetivo es crear una comunidad escolar donde los estudiantes se sientan seguros, apoyados y empoderados para tomar decisiones positivas cada día. ¡Las familias también pueden ser parte de este camino! Familias que deseen acceder a los recursos del programa y apoyar CharacterStrong en casa pueden solicitarlo aquí: https://characterstrong.com/document/cs-family-access Juntos, estamos construyendo una cultura de bondad, un estudiante a la vez. , , ,

🏐🎉 Big News, Vanguard Academy Family! 🎉🏐
Our Van Gogh Early College 8th Grade Volleyball Team are TWO-TIME District Champions! 🏆🏆
So proud of our student-athletes for their dedication, teamwork, and love for the game! 💪💛

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! 🗳️

Get ready to trot like a turkey! The ACE Program invites the entire community to join us for this fun-filled evening of fitness and fun. Come dressed in your best turkey outfit and enjoy the excitement—snacks will be available for purchase. Don’t miss out on the Thanksgiving spirit and community fun!

🌟 Happy National School Psychology Week! 💙

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 Thursday 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! 💥

Dear Vanguard Academy Families,
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

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! 👟🔥

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! 🎄🦃💫