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    Welcome Parents/ Guardians

     

    Thank you for your interest in De Zavala Elementary!

     

    De Zavala Elementary is a Vanguard Magnet campus. HISD’s Vanguard Magnet programs meet the needs and serve students who have been identified as Gifted and Talented (G/T) in intellectual ability, creativity, or leadership. Vanguard offers a differentiated curriculum that is both accelerated and enriched. 

    Our Vanguard Magnet Program is designed to serve our zoned students who are identified as G/T and G/T identified students who transfer to De Zavala through the Magnet program. 

    Admission to the Vanguard Program requires testing and meeting the HISD qualification requirements as stated on the HISD G/T Identification Matrix. 
     
     

    Parents have the option of using the online application system or paper application when applying for the 2025-2026 school year. 

     

     

    Gifted and Talented Education

     

     

    Jillean S Herrera

    De Zavala Vanguard Magnet Coordinator

    Jillean.Herrera@houstonisd.org

     
    7521 Avenue H
    Houston, TX 77012
    713-924-1888
    Fax: 713-924-1891