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.
Read MoreWorld 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.
Read MoreFor 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.
Read MoreVanguard Gifted Academy officially debuted as a host site for the international Math Kangaroo competition! Read about how we brought this Illinois-born legacy to Batavia and why we believe "messy" math problems are the key to building student confidence and perseverance.
Read MoreAt Vanguard Gifted Academy, we’re redefining "winning." As our students dive into a global "Season of Math," discover how we move beyond formulas to help gifted and 2e scholars build the resilience and creativity needed to tackle life's "messy" problems. Plus, get details on our upcoming Community Math Festival and 2026 enrollment!
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In this blog, Dr. M. Mark McKee, a clinical child psychologist, highlights the importance of academic evaluation and why it is important for gifted students to have a unique approach to education.
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