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Specials & Extracurricular 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. 

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Technology

We offer one-to-one technology, with each student receiving their own Chromebook.

Students outside playing basketball

Specials

Along with academics, our scholars will be exposed to the arts and more. We offer specials like music, PE, Spanish, technology, and visual arts.

Students in band

Electives

Our 6th-8th grade scholars will be able to choose elective classes. We offer art, band, creative ELA, creative math, engineering, leadership, PE, personal finance, Spanish, and technology apps and coding. Not all electives are available for all grades.

In-School Programs

In addition to specials and electives, Vanguard Charter Academy also offers other in-school program activities such as: college visits, Student Ambassadors, and Student Council.

Athletics

Basketball

Basketball

6th - 8th Grade

Boys & Girls

Bowling

Bowling

6th - 8th Grade

Boys & Girls

Cheerleading

Cheerleading

6th - 8th Grade

Girls

Cross Country

Cross Country

6th - 8th Grade

Boys & Girls

Soccer

Soccer

6th - 8th Grade

Boys & Girls

Volleyball

Volleyball

6th - 8th Grade

Girls

Extracurricular Activities

K - 2nd Grade

Extracurricular activities are based on volunteer availability. Please call the school office for more information.
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3rd - 5th Grade

Kids on the Run
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6th - 8th Grade

Community Service
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What Vanguard Charter Academy Parents Are Saying

"I love the care Vanguard Charter Academy shows to the students, which ensures their success. Not only does the staff provide the recources to help them excel, they act quicly when a student needs additional help."

- Vanguard Charter Academy Parent

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Events

Vanguard Charter Academy hosts a variety of events each year. Some examples of events are:

  • Book Fair
  • Concerts
  • School Carnival
  • Seasonal Dances
  • Talent Show
  • Turkey Trot
  • Volunteer Days

Field Trips

K - 2nd Grade

Apple Orchards
Art Prize
Camp Roger
Civic Theatre
Mackinac Island
Post Family Farms
YMCA
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3rd - 5th Grade

Apple Orchards
Art Prize
Camp Roger
Civic Theatre
Mackinac Island
Post Family Farms
YMCA
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6th - 8th Grade

Apple Orchards
Art Prize
Camp Roger
Civic Theatre
Mackinac Island
Post Family Farms
YMCA
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