We are here to support your child’s academic success, even during Covid-19. Please connect with us via live chat or call 616-538-3630 to learn more about Vanguard and how to apply for your child today. Interested in touring? Take a look at our summer office hours and tour guidelines.

Advanced Learning

We offer a differentiated curriculum in math for students who are ready for more challenging material or to learn at an accelerated pace.

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Technology Provided

This coming school year we plan to provide all of our students with personal electronic devices (Chromebook or tablet) for learning outside the classroom, if needed.

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Welcome to Vanguard

We never set limits on how much your child can achieve. At Vanguard Charter Academy we create endless opportunities for your child to become their best. We shape instruction to build on the strengths and abilities of each child and make moral focus lessons part of every school day. As a result, our students thrive.

At Vanguard we create endless opportunities for your child to become their best.

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Supporting Our Students

WE PROVIDE ALL OUR STUDENTS WITH REMOTE LEARNING DEVICES

While we may not know exactly what the next school year holds—whether we’re back in school, remote learning, or a combination of both—we will have a plan in place and the technology to support it. This will include providing our students with personal electronic devices (Chromebook or Tablet) for learning outside the classroom.

Board Notice

The Board Meeting Notices notify the public of any special, rescheduled, or canceled Board meetings for the current school year, including public Board meetings being held via electronic means.

At a Glance

Y5-8

Grades

771

Number of Students

1996

Year Opened

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Back to School Plan

We are so excited to welcome you back to school this fall! Watch this video to hear more about how we’re preparing for the 2020-21 school year. We created detailed plans around four learning scenarios which we encourage you to learn more about here.

These plans are in-line with the MI Safe Schools Return to School Roadmap, which outlines required and recommended safety protocols for the 2020-21 school year based on the status of coronavirus in our community.

Where Students Succeed

Vanguard outperformed the local school district on the state test for more than 10 years.

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Vanguard Raises Nearly $5,000 for the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society

We Are a Charter School

Are you seeking a "private" school education with the no-cost benefit of a public school? If so, you're in the right place. Vanguard Charter Academy is a tuition-free public charter school open to all children who live in Michigan.

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Spotlight: Vanguard Earns “A” Grade in Michigan’s Best Public Elementary Schools

Vanguard Charter Academy earned an “A” grade from the Mackinac Center for Public Policy on their 2019 Michigan Context and Performance (CAP) Report Card. Schools that are “beating the odds” stand out by this measure.
“Beyond raw test scores, the CAP report card helps parents see more clearly what kind of impact their school has on student learning,” said Ben DeGrow, director of education policy.

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Tour the School

We would love to show you our world so contact us to schedule a tour. We also hold open houses where you can meet our amazing teachers.

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We can’t wait to share your child’s journey! Apply online, in person, or over the phone and don’t hesitate to ask us questions along the way! We are here for you.

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