Vanguard Academy celebrates National Volunteer Week in recognition of the many contributions of our parent volunteers. When service connects with the kind acts of one another, real change is possible.
🎉 Field Trip Fun! 🚌✨
Our PK-4 class had an amazing adventure at the Children’s Museum of Brownsville on Thursday! 🎨🧩 From hands-on exhibits to imaginative play, our little learners explored, discovered, and had a blast every step of the way. 🌈📚
A place where curiosity comes alive — thank you to the museum for creating such a magical space to play, learn, and imagine! 💡❤️
#PK4Adventures #LearningThroughPlay #FieldTripFun #ChildrensMuseumOfBrownsville #ImaginationInAction
🌟📚 Shining Bright Like Stars! 📚🌟
We’re thrilled to announce our first 5 Monet Titan Super Star Readers! 🌈 These amazing students have gone above and beyond in their reading journeys — showing dedication, enthusiasm, and a true love for books. Students reached the word count goal for their grade level while maintaining an 85% or higher average in Accelerated Reader.
✨ Congratulations to:
📖 Michael Guzman (3rd Grade) - 500,000+ words
📖 Jacob Martinez (3rd Grade) - 500,000+ words
📖 Luke Lopez (2nd Grade) - 250,000+ words
📖Victor Castillo (1st Grade) - 100,000+ words
📖 Jethro Lopez (1st Grade) - 100,000+ words
Students who are still working towards this goal have until April 25th to reach their goal. Keep reading Titans! 📚
#MonetSuperStars #ReadersAreLeaders #MonetPride #CelebrateReading #BookLoversUnite
Thank you for such a successful Autism Walk! 💙♾️ Vanguard Academy's annual Autism Awareness Walk was a huge success, and it's all thanks to YOU! To every participant, supporter, and advocate who joined us—your energy, love, and commitment to autism awareness made this event truly special. Every step we took together was a step toward greater inclusion, understanding, and acceptance. 💙♾️ A special thanks to our amazing supporters and sponsors; your generosity and support made this event possible. Your commitment to this cause is changing lives, and we are extremely grateful! The journey doesn't end here; let's keep the conversation going all year long. Together, we shine brighter! 🌟💙
¡Gracias por una Caminata por el Autismo tan exitosa! 💙♾️ La Caminata Anual de Concientización sobre el Autismo de Vanguard Academy fue todo un éxito, ¡y todo gracias a USTEDES! A cada participante, simpatizante y defensor que nos acompañó, su energía, amor y compromiso con la concienciación sobre el autismo hicieron de este evento algo verdaderamente especial. Cada paso que dimos juntos fue un paso hacia una mayor inclusión, comprensión y aceptación. 💙♾️ Un agradecimiento especial a nuestros increíbles colaboradores y patrocinadores; su generosidad y apoyo hicieron posible este evento. Su compromiso con esta causa está cambiando vidas, ¡y estamos sumamente agradecidos! El camino no termina aquí; sigamos la conversación durante todo el año. ¡Juntos, brillamos más! 🌟💙
Vanguard Academy celebrates National Assistant Principals Week, recognizing the work Assistant Principals do tirelessly to bolster teachers, motivate students, support their principal, create a positive learning community, and face the many unpredictable challenges that land on their desk.
Our Assistant Principals play a crucial role, and this week is a dedicated time to recognize them for their hard work and commitment to our schools, students, and profession. Please join us in celebrating these incredible school leaders!
Vanguard Academy celebrates National Library Week, highlighting the valuable role libraries, librarians, and library workers play in transforming lives and strengthening our learning communities.
🌟 Monet Supports the Vanguard Academy Autism Walk! 🌟
This past Saturday, we had the honor of joining the Vanguard Autism Walk to support an amazing cause! 💙 It was an inspiring day of raising awareness, fostering inclusion, and making a real difference for individuals and families affected by autism.
Thank you to everyone who participated and helped make this event a success. Together, we’re taking important steps toward brighter futures and greater understanding! 🧩👣
#VanguardAutismWalk #MonetCares #AutismAwareness #InclusionMatters #SupportAndSolidarity #MakingADifference
🦁🐒 **Kindergarten's Wild Adventure at the Zoo!** 🐒🦁
Our Kindergarten class had an unforgettable day at the zoo on Friday! 🦓🐅 The kids were in awe as they explored and learned about their favorite animals. 🦒🐘 What a fun and educational experience for our little explorers! 🌟 #KindergartenZooTrip #WildAdventures #LearningIsFun
🌺✈️ Our PK 3 Classes Take a Trip to Hawaii! 🌺✈️
Last Thursday, our little adventurers in PK 3 packed their suitcases and passports and set off on an exciting journey to Hawaii! 🌴
🛫 They learned all about airplane safety, how to use a passport, and what it's like to travel to a faraway place. 🍍 To top it all off, they enjoyed delicious Hawaiian snacks, getting a real taste of the islands!
It was an unforgettable experience, full of learning and fun! 🌈✨ Aloha, PK 3! 🌺 #PK3Adventures #LearningThroughTravel #Aloha
Vanguard Academy celebrates National School Librarian Day with gratitude to each of our librarians who spend long hours keeping our libraries organized. They are so dedicated to helping our children find the resources they need to keep learning. Through our librarians, we are able to create an environment that extends learning beyond the classroom walls. Show our librarians some love!
🎉🌟 Congratulations to Mrs. Muriel Garcia – Monet Elementary's Teacher of the Year! 🌟🎉
We are beyond proud to celebrate Mrs. Garcia as this year’s Teacher of the Year! 🏆 Her dedication, creativity, and unwavering passion for teaching make her an inspiration to both her students and colleagues. Whether it's creating engaging lessons or offering support with a kind heart, Mrs. Garcia embodies what it means to be an exceptional educator. 👩🏫💖
Thank you for everything you do, Mrs. Garcia! Your hard work and love for teaching make Monet Elementary a better place for all of us. 🙌 #TeacherOfTheYear #MonetElementary #ThankYouMrsGarcia #InspiringEducators #3rdGradeHero
🎉📚 Big Congratulations to Our Second Super Star Reader: 3rd Grader Jacob Martinez! 📚🎉
We are beyond excited to celebrate this incredible achievement! 🌟 Jacob has reached an outstanding milestone of 500,000+ words read this school year with an A/R average of 87%! Jacob shares that his favorite series are "The Last Kids on Earth" and "Timmy Failure." 🙌📖
Your dedication and love for reading are truly inspiring, and we couldn’t be more proud of your hard work and passion. Keep shining bright and showing us how fun reading can be! 🌈✨
Let’s all give a huge round of applause to this Super Star! 👏👏👏
#SuperStarReader #ReadingRockstar #500KWords #CelebratingSuccess #LoveForReading #KeepGrowing
🌟📚 Huge Congrats to 3rd Grader Michael Guzman! 📚🌟
We are SO proud to announce that Michael has officially become a Titan Super Star Reader! 🌟✨ Not only did he read over 500,000 words, but he also rocked it with an 85% average on his Accelerated Reader Tests! Michael says his favorite books are the "Bad Guys" and "Diary of a Wimpy Kid" series. 🎉📖
Michael will be a part of special Field Trip for Super Star Readers and will receive special recognition at the End-of-Year Awards Assembly. This is an amazing achievement that reflects his hard work, dedication, and love for reading. Keep shining, Michael, the sky’s the limit! 🚀
Let's all take a moment to celebrate this incredible milestone! 🙌👏
#SuperStarReader #ReadingChampion #Over500KWords #HardWorkPaysOff #ProudMoment #StudentSuccess
📚✨ It's time to celebrate the joy of reading! 🎉 Join us for **Read Across America Week** (March 3-7) as we dive into exciting stories, fun activities, and dress-up days all week long.
¡Es hora de celebrar el placer de leer! 🎉 Únase a nosotros en la **Semana de Lectura en Todo Estados Unidos** (del 3-7 de marzo) mientras nos sumergimos en historias emocionantes, actividades divertidas y días de disfraces durante toda la semana.
#ReadAcrossAmerica #ReadingIsFun #SchoolActivities #CelebrateReading
Parents/Padres
📸Please disregard the flyer you may have received for Spring Pictures this week - Pictures have been rescheduled to March 14th.
📸Por favor ignoren el folleto que hayan recibido para las fotografías de primavera esta semana; las fotografías se han reprogramado para el 14 de marzo.
📢 **Reminder to Parents and Guardians** 📢
Please be advised that there will be no school for students on Friday due to a District Planning Day. This day allows our staff to engage in important planning and professional development.
We appreciate your understanding and hope you enjoy the day with your family.
📢 Recordatorio para Padres y Tutores 📢
Les informamos que no habrá clases para los estudiantes el viernes debido al Día de Planificación Distrital. Este día permite que nuestro personal participe en actividades de planificación y desarrollo profesional.
Agradecemos su comprensión y esperamos que disfruten el día con su familia.
❄️Students will be allowed to wear warm clothing (sweaters/warm-up pants) tomorrow and Thursday due to the Arctic Front. Pajamas and leggings will NOT be allowed. ❄️A los estudiantes se les permitirá usar ropa abrigada (suéteres/pantalones cálidos) mañana y jueves debido al Frente Ártico. NO se permitirán pijamas ni mallas.❄️
Our 2nd, 3rd, 4th & 5th grade EB students will be taking the TELPAS Reading/Writing test on Wednesday, February 19 and the Listening/Speaking test on Wednesday & Thursday February 26 & 27. To ensure a safe and focused testing environment, our campus will be "shut down" in "testing mode" the entire day.
Please see the announcement for important information.
We had our first STAAR Camp this morning. Students enjoyed working on different activities to reinforce skills they've been learning in the classroom. Stay tuned for upcoming Math & Science Camp dates.
