Students With Children
Students raising children or other dependents have many responsibilities. Whether you are a parent, guardian or caretaker, Northwest Vista recognizes the unique challenges students with children face as they pursue their educational and career goals. Access to college doesn't just mean academic help; we are committed to helping overcome hurdles that keep students from reaching their goals.
Childcare at NVC
Students enrolled in select Northwest Vista College (NVC) courses in Spring 2025 will get free childcare and free meals for their children ages 5-13 during the time that they are attending their evening or Saturday classes.
Space is limited and students are encouraged to register early to secure a spot for their child or children.
This opportunity is made possible through a partnership of Northwest Vista College with the YMCA of Greater San Antonio. YMCA staff will provide childcare on the NVC campus for children ages 5-13.
The following courses will have free childcare:
- Saturday courses in Spring 2025 that meet between 9:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m.
- Evening courses that meet on Monday - Thursday between 5:30 p.m. and 9:00 p.m.
To receive free childcare:
- Enroll in at least one course that meets during the above days/times
- Email nvc-parenting@dos5.net to sign up
Instructions on registration can be found at How to Register
For more information on childcare, please contact NVC Parenting at: nvc-parenting@dos5.net.
On-Campus Childcare Centers
The Alamo Colleges have nationally accredited, high-quality child development centers at three of our colleges. These resources are available to students attending any of the Alamo Colleges. Payment assistance and subsidized rates are available for qualifying students.
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Palo Alto College Ray Ellison Family Center 210-486-3500 Learn More |
San Antonio College Early Childhood Center 210-486-0530 |
St. Philip’s College Child Development Center 210-486-2500 Learn More |
Advocacy
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As part of a district-wide commitment to student success and meeting the needs of students beyond the classroom, on-campus advocacy centers are available at all five Alamo Colleges. We partner with different organizations to provide services like job assistance, food security, clothing, childcare, utility assistance, and mental health counseling. General Student Advocacy Helpline:
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Connect with your college's advocacy center by clicking the link below.
Check out a Few of our NVC Family/Kid Spots:
NVC Library Family Study Room
NVC Kids Tables: Desert Willow Welcome Center and Advocacy Center
NVC Advocacy "The Store" Kids Checkout
Connect with your peers & college!
There are a lot of students who, like you, are raising children or other dependents in their care. Meet other student parents through the following groups to learn about events, resources and service information. All you have to do is click the button below, sign in with your ACES login, and click “Join.”
NVC Parent Group CLICK HERE
Alamo Colleges Student Parent Resource Network CLICK HERE
NVC FAMILY-FRIENDLY events CLICK HERE
Join the Student Parent Network on AlamoEXPERIENCE
Other Resources
Texas Workforce Commission Child Care Program
City of San Antonio Human Services
Expectant Mothers
Expectant mothers who need assistance are encouraged to receive support through our Student Success Services. This includes, yet is not limited to our NVC Advocacy center and Access(DSS) support services. For more information please contact:
Student Accessibility Services (Disability Support)
Lactation Rooms
Desert Willow Welcome Center room 104
Cedar Elm Stem Center room 214
Policy and Procedure
Policy and Procedure for Pregnant and Parenting Students can be located in the ACD Policy Manual, H.1.2 Civil Rights Discrimination, Harassment and Retaliation and the procedure is H.1.2.4 Pregnant and Parenting Students.
Health Care Services
Primary health care services are available to students enrolled at any of the Alamo Colleges through Wellness 360 clinics, in partnership with UT Health San Antonio. Available to students with and without health insurance, the program will provide treatment for allergies, colds, and other minor health issues.
Technology Resources
Technology resources, such as laptops rentals, are available for any currently enrolled Alamo Colleges student in need of reliable computer access. These resources are available free of charge on a first-come, first-served basis.
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Students should contact their home college’s Information Technology department during their hours of operation (Monday–Friday, 8 a.m.–5 p.m.).
NVC: 210-486-4777
Tutoring
Our colleges offer a variety of FREE tutoring services students need to succeed academically.
Scholarships
The Alamo Colleges Foundation distributes financial awards from nearly 20 academic scholarship funds to support students raising children or other dependents. By submitting just one application each academic year, students with children will be considered for these scholarships and many more.
The Alamo Colleges Foundation Scholarships
United Way Child Care Scholarships
NVC Student Parent Liaison Officers:
The NVC Student Parent Liaison Officers serves students who are parents or guardians of children under 18 and provides a range of resources to meet their needs that includes: promoting accessibility, privacy, and a comprehensive approach to support the academic and personal success of parenting students. Please contact our NVC Liaisons for additional information or assistance:
Jennifer Comedy-Holmes - jcomedy-holmes@dos5.net
Pamela Frias - pfrias3@dos5.net