Students

The Vanguard School is dedicated to a rigorous classical education designed to train students to think critically, communicate effectively in both oral and written form, and develop habits of virtue and intellect that will benefit them throughout their lives. Our curriculum is challenging from the first day of kindergarten to the last day of high school and prepares our students to be leaders within our school and in their communities.

A Vanguard education is about learning to live well. Our dedicated staff members’ passion for teaching is reflected in our students’ abilities to apply academic content throughout their lives and to communicate their thoughts and opinions. Our academic program exists for all students who are excited by learning and parents who want their children to be challenged to reach their full potential.

The Vanguard School’s college preparatory program is designed to give every student the opportunity to succeed in college. Compared to students who do not take part in college prep courses or have college counselors available to them, Vanguard’s students are better prepared for university-level coursework and find great success at the colleges they attend.

Whether you are a current parent, a parent considering enrolling your child, or a student thinking about what comes after high school, our College Counseling office is here to help.

School athletics are often a child’s first significant introduction to the world of sports. Numerous studies have demonstrated that students who participate in an athletic program are better rounded academically and develop positive social skills earlier in life. We believe athletics are excellent mediums to help students develop communication, virtue, and leadership.

At The Vanguard School, our fifth and sixth graders have the opportunity to participate in both volleyball and basketball. Our seventh and eighth grade athletes focus on skill development and teamwork, competing within the Central Colorado Athletic League. Our high school teams compete at the 3A level in the Tri-Peaks League, and each athlete has the opportunity to letter in their varsity sport, whether they choose soccer, cross country, basketball, or any of the many sports available.

The arts have long been revered by both classical and modern civilizations. Students exposed to music, art, and theatre in school are given unique outlets for their creativity to flourish. Our educators invest their extensive talents, passion, and knowledge to enrich our students’ creative abilities, supporting each student as they learn to hone their interests and skills. Our youngest students all the way up to our graduating seniors have the opportunity to participate in vocal and instrumental music classes, in addition to exploring their theatrical and artistic talents.

Students who participate in any one of our Fine Arts programs learn to test their limits, defy their creative boundaries, and integrate these learning experiences into their everyday lives. Vanguard students are encouraged to enter competitions and find incredible success in doing so, with art students consistently winning awards at the local, state, and national levels.

Does your child have an interest in building a robot out of spare parts? Or perhaps your child is intrigued by building rockets and has a desire to compete at the national level. Perhaps they wish to develop leadership skills by leading a Student Government meeting or becoming a member of the National Honor Society.

At The Vanguard School, extracurricular activities present students with an even richer academic experience, giving every individual pupil the opportunity to broaden their horizons with new skills and leadership opportunities. Our hardworking, dedicated teachers invest countless hours in helping students perfect their chosen craft, whether it is in rocketry, music, theater, public speaking, or any of the numerous clubs and electives we offer.