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a perfect fit for gifted students who delve deeply into areas they are passionate about, like to work at their own pace, love working on projects, and are eager to solve problems.

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Vanguard Gifted Academy

Designed for Your Gifted Child

Gifted children are complex individuals who are often:

Intellectually curious Inspired by learning

Eager to contribute to the community Think conceptually

Interested in problem-solving Open to new lines of thinking

Is my child gifted?

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Bringing New Math Innovations to Vanguard Gifted Academy
Bringing New Math Innovations to Vanguard Gifted Academy

Vanguard Gifted Academy has been formally invited to participate in the Math Circle Institute at the University of Notre Dame this summer! Mrs. Trujillo and Mrs. McCarney will be attending the intensive training to gather fresh inspiration, collaborate with other educators, and bring exciting new problem-solving strategies back to the Fox River Valley Math Circle.

Get Ready to Flex Those Mental Math Muscles!
Get Ready to Flex Those Mental Math Muscles!

World Maths Day is the world’s largest online maths competition, uniting over 10 million students from more than 160 countries. This global celebration of learning has been a staple in education since 2007.

"Happy Campers" Qualify for Global Robotics Competition for the Second Consecutive Year
"Happy Campers" Qualify for Global Robotics Competition for the Second Consecutive Year

For the second year in a row, Vanguard Gifted Academy's upper elementary robotics team, the "Happy Campers," has qualified for the global Sphero World Championship. Read how our students are tackling complex coding challenges and demonstrating true perseverance on the world stage.

 
 
 

The world is changing at an exponential rate

Our innovative model empowers gifted children in a way traditional schools simply can’t. The Vanguard Model, informed by the latest global educational and business observations, consists of 3 extended modules as opposed to 8 standard class periods. This allows students to truly engage with their learning and make deep connections.

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