NVC Parenting Students

Northwest Vista College students who have children or other dependents have many responsibilities. Whether you are a parent and/or guardian, we recognize the unique challenges you may have and provide a VISTA Village of support to help you reach your educational, career and personal goals!
For more information or to request an appointment, stop by the NVC Parenting Student Support Services Office in DWWC 120F or
email nvc-parenting@alamo.edu
Parenting Student Liaison Officer & Request for Accommodations

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. 

Request Forms for Student Parent Accommodations

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

On-Campus Childcare Services

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.

Palo Alto College

Ray Ellison Family Center

210-486-3500

Learn More

San Antonio College

Early Childhood Center

210-486-0530

Learn More

St. Philip’s College

Child Development Center

210-486-2500

Learn More

 

Free Childcare for NVC Students

Are you taking evening, weekend, or online classes at Northwest Vista College this SPRING 2026? We’ve got you covered!

NVC students enrolled in at least one NVC on-campus evening, on-campus Saturday courses, and/or NVC online class may qualify for FREE childcare

so you can focus on your education while we take care of the rest.

🧒 Who’s Eligible?

  • Children age 5–13
  • NVC students enrolled in at least one on-campus class during the childcare hours listed below.  Online students may also request childcare services during these days/hours to access on-campus support and drop in childcare services.

🕒 Childcare Hours –  Spring 2026

  • Monday–Thursday: 5:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
  • Saturday: 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

This service is designed to support your success—giving you time to attend class, study on campus, and access campus resources.

🤝 Powered by Partnership

This opportunity is made possible through a partnership between Northwest Vista College and the YMCA of Greater San Antonio. Childcare will be provided by trained YMCA staff on the NVC campus. NVC Parenting Students are required to remain on campus while childcare services are being provided.

Ready to Request Free Childcare?

👉 CLICK HERE To Request Free Childcare Assistance

Submit your request early to secure your spot/s!

For more information, contact NVC Parenting Student Support Services at
📧 nvc-parenting@alamo.edu

Need help registering for NVC classes? CLICK HERE 

Advocacy & Healthcare Services

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. 

Learn more about Wellness 360

Expectant Mothers & Lactation Rooms

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:

NVC Advocacy Center

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)

Family Friendly Campus

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)

Library

Cub Corners in NVC Library - Redbud Learning Center (RLC) CLICK HERE for more information

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.

NVC Tutoring Services

Advising

Advising is a family friendly environment. You are welcome to bring your children with you to your appointment. 

Priority Registration & Help with College

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. 

For more information CLICK HERE

 

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. 

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Laptops are available for students.

Loaner laptop computers are available for immediate checkout to assist students, while equipment lasts and is available.

Click Here for Laptop Checkout Information

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.

NVC Scholarships

The Alamo Colleges Foundation Scholarships

United Way Child Care Scholarships

Project REACH Grant at NVC

Services for Returning/Former, Foster Youth, and Pregnant & Parenting Students - Learn more about how to apply for assistance.

NVC: 210-486-4777

Connect with Peers and NVC

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)

NVC Parenting Students may request Membership Financial Assistance

NVC Parenting Student Support Services Portal

Laws, Policies, and Procedures That Protect You

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.