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Discover the Vanguard Difference: Join Us for Discovery Day!
Discover the Vanguard Difference: Join Us for Discovery Day!

At Vanguard Gifted Academy, we understand that gifted students don’t just learn faster—they learn differently. They need an environment that matches their pace, fuels their curiosity, and supports their unique social and emotional needs. Join us for our Discovery Day open house on Saturday, April 11th, from 12:00 PM to 4:00 PM. Experience our student-led "Vanguard Bucks" auction, explore our STREAM-focused projects, and meet the educators dedicated to helping gifted children find others like them. We have room for new students this fall and would love to show you why this is the best place for your child to grow.

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Math Excellence at Vanguard: 2026 Pi Math Contest & Math Jams Results
Math Excellence at Vanguard: 2026 Pi Math Contest & Math Jams Results

Our students recently demonstrated incredible persistence and logic during the 2026 Pi Math Contest and the Math Jams online competition. From our Band One learners building digital fluency to our Band Two students tackling the rigorous Euler division, the Vanguard community celebrated a season of high-level problem-solving. A special congratulations goes to Benton, who earned a Bronze Certificate for placing in the top tier of participants nationwide. Whether on paper or online, our students proved that at Vanguard Gifted Academy, the journey of "learning how to think" is just as rewarding as the final score.

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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.

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"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.

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A New Chapter for Batavia: Math Kangaroo Debuts at Vanguard
A New Chapter for Batavia: Math Kangaroo Debuts at Vanguard

Vanguard 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.

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Beyond the Scoreboard: Why Our Students Embrace the "Season of Math"
Beyond the Scoreboard: Why Our Students Embrace the "Season of Math"

At 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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