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VANGUARD LEADERSHIP ACADEMY

WELCOME TO VANGUARD LEADERSHIP ACADEMY

Empowering Tomorrow’s Leaders Today

Vanguard Leadership Academy (VLA) is dedicated to making a lasting impact on the lives of high school students. Our mission is to propel underserved students to reach their highest potential and to provide learning and leadership opportunities to each student we serve. We firmly believe that every student deserves the chance to explore, learn, and grow, and we are committed to creating a nurturing environment that fosters their personal, academic, and professional development.

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Mission

Through leadership development and mentorship, Vanguard Leadership Academy empowers overlooked and underserved high school students to realize their full potential and lead with purpose and empathy.

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Vision

We envision a generation of compassionate, forward-thinking leaders empowered to create positive change in themselves and inspire positive change in their communities, and beyond.

OUR WHY

WE SEE YOU!

The world may overlook you. We don’t.

The world may overlook you. We don’t.​We see the students in the middle - not at the top of the class, not struggling at the bottom, but often forgotten in between. They’re not flagged for extra support or praise. They’re flying under the radar. Quietly capable. Often underestimated. But full of untapped potential.​

 

These students are the backbone of our schools. They are reliable, observant, empathetic, and resilient. They’re not looking for a spotlight; they’re looking for a chance. And when someone finally sees them, believes in them, and invests in them, they rise! And not just to meet expectations, but to lead, to serve, and to inspire others.

 

​At Vanguard Leadership Academy, we want you to know that you are not invisible.​

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We provide more than leadership development and mentorship; we foster community. Every student we serve is a leader in the making, and together, we’re unlocking hidden potential and unleashing unlimited possibilities.

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HOW WE RESHAPE STUDENT SUCCESS

Holistic Education

Academic achievements are improved by catering to individual learning styles and providing a supportive learning environment.

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Increasing Awareness

When students have positive diversity experiences, their interest in improving the lives of people in their communities increases.

Instilling Confidence

A student's confidence is increased by being a part of a Community of learning. 

  •  7% increase in their grades 

  •  52% increase in their performance accomplishment

  • 34% increase in their enjoyment of learning 

Fostering Community

Brain capacities are increased when young people feel physically and emotionally safe and connected to others.  This results in enhanced critical thinking and improved academic performance.

THANK YOU TO OUR PARTNERS & SPONSORS

Your support is transforming lives and building a brighter future for high school students!

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Copyright 2026 by Vanguard Leadership Academy

2615 Peachtree Industrial Blvd

Ste J #2079

Duluth, GA 30097

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Vanguard Leadership Academy is organized exclusively for charitable and educational purposes under section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code, or corresponding section of any future federal tax code. EIN 88-1898207.

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