On April 5^th, Vanguard was visited by the poet G.M. Palmer (http://www.gmpalmer.com/), who educated and entertained the students about himself and his poetry (available at amazon.com). In between reading samples of his work, he answered many questions from the students. He interested students with his explanations of both the artistic and practical, on Greek mythology and the ways of getting your writing published. 

We are blessed to have some really talented young people here at Vanguard. Dante M. was nominated to the VSA of Florida, a state affiliate of VSA Arts – a nonprofit organization dedicated to bringing the arts into the lives of those with disabilities. Just today, Dante M. was recognized as a State Finalist for their Exemplary Growth through the Arts program. Congratulations Dante! More information can be found at http://www.vsafl.org/

As a part of Black History Month, on Friday, February 22^nd, Vanguard students heard Dr. Richard C. Harris speak out against racial bias. The author of “One Nation Under Curse” (http://www.amazon.com/Nation-Under-Curse-Richard-Harris/dp/1935529072 ) informs about his years as a member of the Ku Klux Klan. Dr. Harris ran the largest underground terrorist organization in the Mid-west in the mid to late 1970s and educated and informed the students about the lessons he learned about racism, bigotry and prejudice and how he has come to acceptance, love, and tolerance. Describing the journey from white supremacist to co-pastor of an all black congregation, students were interested in what he had to say. Dr. Harris answered many questions that the students and faculty asked and kept them enthralled for hours. More information on this speaker is available at http://www.richardharrisonline.com/ .

On Wednesday, February 20^th, the Vanguard students were treated by a visit from Adam Miller, a folk singer that has been called a National Treasure. Adam Miller, one of the premier autoharpists in the world, interspersed historic songs with lessons on the past, educating and entertaining our students. Mr. Miller demonstrated multiple instruments to the crowd and played a variety of music while he was here. More information on him can be found at www.folksinging.org/about.asp . 

On Monday, January 28^th we started the new semester by having Bob Farewell speak to our students on Civil War History with his historical presentation, “Gettysburg – The Second Day”.  Bob Farewell is a Civil War re-enactor that appeared in the 1993 film Gettysburg. Mr. Farewell demonstrated the clothing and equipment of the time to students as well as speaking in first person as may have been done by someone who was there. Mr. Farewell gave his presentation and answered questions to the applause of many of our students. More information can be found here: http://afastore.afa.net/p/371/gettysburg-the-second-day

Welcome to the Vanguard Bistro ! The Vanguard School Dining Hall transforms into a “Bistro” on several evenings throughout the school year. Students from the Culinary Arts program are the “greeters” and “servers” in this charming atmosphere. “Chef Brandon”, along with his highly skilled team, prepare delicious dishes.

Our fixed menu pricing affords you the opportunity to indulge in great Appetizers and Salads such as Mini Crab Cakes, Bruschetta or Caesar Salad, entrée options such as Baked Fresh Salmon with Beurre Blanc, Chicken Picatta or Petite Fillet Mignon and finish it off with a variety of tantalizing dessert choices – and all for a fixed price of $20!

We hope to see you at a Vanguard Bistro soon!

Dates for the Vanguard School Bistro:

Saturday, February 2nd

Saturday, March 9th

Saturday, April 20th

Please join us for a memorable and delectable experience!

For further questions or comments,

Please contact Stacy Robinson at Vanguard at: (863)-676-6091