Vanguard 2.0

Vanguard has been subject to a lot of change recently. Just this year alone we've had a change in our day-to-day schedule, the school day extending and going until three o'clock, and a new director.  But on May 21st staff members were notified that the upcoming school year would bring even more change to our school. The school was given an iPad grant. Teachers will receive iPads for the use of the 2012-2013 school year. Vanguard and D214 will engage in the development of the first entirely digital curriculum in the nation.  The overall plan is to have a digital curriculum ready for use in the 2013-2014 school year.  

"I think the school district has always expected Vanguard to be at the forefront, and this is exactly the opportunity we need to do so. I'm hoping this will be a radical change to how we've always done things. Change is good and I'm always welcome to it," said english teacher Dr. Robert Koralik.

This new technology will in no way offset the one on one teacher-student relationship; but will definitely make for an enhanced learning and communicational experience for students.  

"I am super stoked about the possibilities this curriculum is going to bring, it's going to open up a whole new world for Vanguard. I was so humbled by the amount of time and effort Mr. Kosirog put into his proposal, I'd be shocked if we didn't get it because of him," said technology assistant Ms. Elizabeth Meister.

Several students greeted the news with excitement and much optimism.

I got to speak with two Vanguard sophomores; they will both witness the progress of the iPad plan as it flourishes.  

"GAH! I think it's a pretty straight idea! I think it's pretty cool that I won't have to use pencils ever again! Whoa!" Ruby Pasilas expressed with the upmost enthusiasm.  

"This is great, I honestly can't wait until teachers are replaced by robots," said Sage Lockwood with delight. 

By: Eli Martinez

Danielle's awesome 

Teachers Steal Your Heart... And Your Bike

Ms. Meister rides her bike to school sometimes, but little did she know that someone from the Vanguard community would steal it today.  

Today, Mr. Gustafson took it upon himself to take Meisty's bike for a little ride during the end of lunch. He acted as a sort of "bell," per se. He rode around and cheerfully wailed, "It's time for class, it's class time, go to class," in what seemed to be one of the most girlish voices I've ever heard. Of course Gus returned the bike soon afterwards. This was an instant reminder to me of how rowdy our teachers can get.

In the words of Ms. O'Neill "We go to Vanguard too"

                                                            Gus showing off what ain't his

The one thing that definitely distinguishes Vanguard from most schools is the fact that all of our teachers are kids at heart.  At times they almost seem like students themselves. Cracking jokes, pulling pranks, or just being incredibly witty and charming, the teachers here at Vanguard are always up to something. Their senses of humor and carefree spirit not only make for a fun and comfortable learning environment, but it also makes for a far better student-teacher relationship. They aren't just teachers, over time they become some of your best friends.



By: Eli Martinez