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
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 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 |
San Antonio College Early Childhood Center 210-486-0530 |
St. Philip’s College Child Development Center 210-486-2500 |
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 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)
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.
Advising
Advising is a family friendly environment. You are welcome to bring your children with you to your appointment.
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.
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)
NVC Parenting Students may request Membership Financial Assistance
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.