NVC Parenting Student Support Services
Northwest Vista College students who have children or other dependents have many responsibilities. Whether you are a parent and/or guardian, our mission is to help you reach your educational, career, and personal goals by removing barriers and providing a village of support.
For more information or to request an appointment email nvc-parenting@alamo.edu
The NVC Parenting Student Liaison Officer serves students who are parents or guardians of children under 18 and provides a range of resources to meet their needs that includes accommodations, promoting accessibility, privacy, and a comprehensive approach to support the academic and personal success of parenting students.
Accomodation and Adjustment Request Forms
Click on the following links and select the college and forms you are seeking assistance from.
Pregnant Student Accommodations Form (Under Title IX, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions are considered temporary disabilities for which reasonable accommodations or adjustments may be provided.)
Parenting Student Adjustments Form (i.e. request to limit studies, take a leave of absence, and/or temporary reasonable class accommodations etc.)
NVC Parenting Student Liaison: Marie Morgan - mmorgan66@alamo.edu DWWC 120F
Click below for more information about our childcare and youth programs.
NVC Childcare Services Website
Youth Programs:
NVC Summer 2026 YMCA Youth Basketball- ALL SPOTS FILLED. Check for emails from NVC-parenting@alamo.edu and the NVC Virtual Magazine for upcoming opportunities.
Advocacy Services
We partner with different organizations to provide services like job assistance, food security, clothing, childcare, utility assistance, and mental health counseling.
NVC Student Advocacy Center Website
Send us an email at: nvc-advocacyctr@alamo.edu
NVC Advocacy Information:
210-486-4357
General Student Advocacy Helpline:
210-486-1111
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.
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 (SAS) support services. For more information please contact:
Pregnant Student Accommodation Form
NVC Student Accessibility Services (Disability Support)
Project REACH - Services for Pregnant & Parenting Students
Lactation Rooms
Desert Willow Welcome Center room DWWC 104 (mini fridge available for storing milk)
Cedar Elm Stem Center room CESC 214 (mini fridge available for storing milk)
Esperanza Veterans Center room EVC 102 (mini fridge available for storing milk)
Lactation Rooms
Desert Willow Welcome Center room DWWC 104 (mini fridge available for storing milk)
Cedar Elm Stem Center room CESC 214 (mini fridge available for storing milk)
Esperanza Veterans Center room EVC 102 (mini fridge available for storing milk)
CUB CORNERS
NVC provides play spaces and toys in various areas of the campus to help keep the kiddos entertained while you study and/or receive services.
NVC Library CLICK HERE for more information
Welcome Center Enrollment Services (DWWC)
Welcome Center Advising Services (DWWC)
Welcome Center Parenting Student Support Services (DWWC)
Advocacy Support Services (PH)
Tutoring Support Services (CCC-coming soon!)
Tutoring
We offer a variety of FREE tutoring services to help students succeed academically. NVC students who would like to have their children with them may request a tutor to help them in any of our tutoring areas and/or the Redbud Learning Center Cub Corner.
Advising & Enrollment
We look forward to serving you while your child/ren play in our cub corners. See you soon!
Priority Registration
Under Texas S.B. 459 which took effect September 1, 2023, institutions providing early registration for any student populations shall provide early registration for parenting students in the same manner. Parenting student: a student enrolled at an institution of higher education who is the parent or legal guardian of a child under 18 years of age.
CLICK HERE to view the NVC Registration Calendars that provide priority registration dates
Tutoring
We offer a variety of FREE tutoring services to help students succeed academically. NVC students who would like to have their children with them may request a tutor to help them in the Redbud Learning Center Cub Corner.
For more information CLICK HERE
Advising
Advising is a family friendly environment. You are welcome to bring your children with you to your appointment.
Textbook Rentals
AlamoBOOKS+ provides easy textbook rentals for eligible students through Barnes & Noble College, so students can have all required books and other instructional materials by the first day of class.
For more information CLICK HERE
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.
Laptops are available for students.Loaner laptop computers are available for immediate checkout to assist students, while equipment lasts and is available. |
Students should contact their home college’s Information Technology department during their hours of operation (Monday–Friday, 8 a.m.–5 p.m.).
Scholarships & Grants
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
Services for Returning/Former, Foster Youth, and Pregnant & Parenting Students - Learn more about how to apply for assistance.
NVC: 210-486-4777
There are a lot of students who, like you, are raising children or have 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 Parenting Student Support Services
NVC Parenting Student Advisory Committee
NVC Parent Club
Alamo Colleges Student Parent Resource Network
NVC Family Friendly Events
NVC Phi Theta Kappa National Honor Society (PTK)
- The Career Experience team provides professional development services that will assist students with exploring, developing, and participating in experiences related to their educational and career goals. To Find out more CLICK HERE.
- CLICK HERE for a list of Local Family Friendly Employers (this list will be actively updated as new employers are identified)
Northwest Vista College is committed to providing a supportive learning environment and to fostering, safe, healthy relationships among our students.
-Alamo Colleges Policy: H.1.2 Civil Rights Discrimination, Harassment and Retaliation Policy
-Alamo Colleges Procedure: H.1.2.4 Pregnant and Parenting Students Procedure.
- Title IX - CLICK HERE For more information or to FILE A REPORT
- Texas Education Code 51.982 (PROTECTIONS FOR PREGNANT AND PARENTING STUDENTS) CLICK HERE to FILE A REPORT
In an emergency, call 911 or if at your college (210) 485-0911 to connect with an Alamo Colleges Police Department (ACPD) officer.