In this blog, Elizabeth Blaetz interviews students Max and Aishani. They share their experiences learning about pyramids using the STREAM model.
Read MoreIn this blog, Elizabeth Blaetz interviews students Javeria and Talha. They share their experiences learning about disabilities using the STREAM model.
Read MoreIn this week's blog, Elizabeth Blaetz interviews students Andrew and Umar. We learn about their experience during the archaeology unit using the STREAM model.
Read MoreIn this blog, Elizabeth Blaetz interviews Band 1 students Cosette, Calvin and Saanvi. We learn about their experience exploring volcanoes using the STREAM model.
Read MoreIn this blog, Elizabeth Blaetz explores the subjects and activities that incorporate Vanguard’s use of the elevated STEM approach called STREAM.
Read MoreCreativity, critical thinking, communication and character are all vital for our community of learners. Our blog series on educating children for the future wraps up with how Vanguard promotes learning across the board.
Read MoreAuthentic learning communities foster a community-oriented platform that is critical to teaching character in the classroom. Read on to learn how Vanguard achieves this distinction.
Read MoreCommunication aptitude has always been a central focus of education, but the need to communicate on a global scale is causing a seismic shift in education. Dr. Judy Jankowski offers perspective on the changes occurring within education.
Read MoreCritical thinking skills lead to improved decision-making, problem-solving, innovation and creativity. Elizabeth Blaetz elaborates on this crucial aspect of educating children for the future.
Read MoreIf you want your children to be prepared with the 6 Cs for the future: think critically, communicate clearly, work collaboratively, develop creativity, build good character, and appreciate community; enroll them in a school with a strong STEM program. At Vanguard Gifted Academy, we offer STEM plus.
Read MoreCreativity is vital to entrepreneurship and our kids' ability to compete in the global future, so why is mainstream education focused on teaching to a test? Dr. Judy Jankowski, Head of School at Chesapeake Bay Academy, elaborates.
Read MoreAward-winning speaker, author and professor Dr. Yong Zhao helps us launch our new blog series, "Educating Children for the Future," by sharing his perspective on the need for a paradigm shift in modern education. image credit KU Today
Read MoreCombining a two-component school day with mixed-age learning groups allows us to tailor the gifted education experience for each child in our school. Read the final blog in our series "Selecting the Best School for Your Gifted Child" to learn more about our unique school model.
Read More"Those on the outside widely believe that people build and attend independent schools or private schools to set themselves apart, but, in the world of gifted education, it is exactly the opposite." Learn how independent schools bring people together from Vanguard Intermediate Level Master Teacher Shannon Holub.
Read MoreHomeschooling can be an excellent option for gifted students, based on a variety of factors. Trista McMorrow, a former gifted student and gifted-certified educator, shares her insights on homeschooling gifted learners in this blog.
Read MoreFourth- and fifth-grade gifted instruction in public schools generally differs from that in earlier grades. Dr. Susan Sokolinski's glimpse into gifted instruction in public schools offers insight based on her 26 years of experience in suburban Chicago schools.
Read MoreIt is often difficult to choose between public and private education for a gifted child. Vanguard Trustee Dr. Susan Sokolinski shares her valuable perspective on gifted education in the public sector to inform this decision.
Read MoreOur new blog series centers on the topic, "Selecting the Best School For Your Gifted Child." In our first post, Vanguard Head of School Elizabeth Blaetz highlights the importance of knowing your child before choosing a school.
Read MoreWe're wrapping up this blog series with a look at how the five key aspects of IQ testing come together to help us teach our learners the strategies they need to succeed.
Read MoreFluid reasoners love challenges, puzzles and complex thought patterns. Read on to learn about the fifth and final component of IQ testing: fluid reasoning.
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