Programs & Activities
Learning is a lifelong process that extends beyond the walls of the classroom. At Vanguard Charter Academy, students can explore their interests, learn new skills, and make new friends through a variety of extracurricular activities. Learn more about what we offer below.
Vanguard Celebrates Black History Month
February is Black History Month, and scholars at all National Heritage Academies® (NHA) schools celebrated the observance, learning about Black pioneers and diving into Black history and culture.
Vanguard showcased a Black History Month Hall of Fame. The Hall of Fame was a school-wide event that involved every wing of the building, including office and shared spaces. Click below to learn more about how we celebrated!
Learn More About the Celebrations
Student Leadership Opportunities
Providing students with leadership opportunities plays a critical role in fostering personal growth, community involvement, and academic success. Vanguard Charter Academy offers student leadership opportunities such as:
- Community Service (6th-8th)
- Student Ambassadors (6th-8th)
- Student Council (7th-8th)
Athletics
Basketball
6th - 8th Grade
Boys & Girls
Bowling
6th - 8th Grade
Boys
Cheerleading
6th - 8th Grade
Girls
Cross Country
6th - 8th Grade
Boys & Girls
Soccer
6th - 8th Grade
Boys & Girls
Volleyball
6th - 8th Grade
Girls
Electives
- Band
- Life Skills
- Finance
- Foreign Language
- & more!
Clubs
Based on student interest and staff sponsor availability. Examples include:
- Kids on the Run (3rd-5th)
Events
We host a variety of events each year. Examples include:
- Book Fair
- Concerts
- School Carnival
- Seasonal Dances
- Talent Show
- Turkey Trot
- Volunteer Days
Field Trips
Vary each year. Examples include:
- Apple Orchard
- Art Prize
- Camp Roger
- Civic Theatre
- GVSU Campus
- Mackinac Island
- Post Family Farms
- YMCA
"I love that Vanguard feels like a community. There are tons of activities planned for the kids and their families, and I love being able to be involved. I'm very grateful for the committee that puts their time and effort into planning and implementing all of the activities, events, fundraisers."
- Vanguard Charter Academy Parent
NHA® Shines: Stanford Study Shows Our Students Surpass Their Peers by 3.5 Months Each Year
Learn More About Stanford's StudyA recent Stanford study shows NHA partner-school students continue to outperform their traditional public school peers. They do so by gaining nearly three-and-a-half months of additional learning. NHA also earned the new “gap busters” designation for outstanding progress in eliminating learning disparities for minority and poverty students.