Student-Parent Support and Resources

Balancing parenthood and college can be challenging, but you don't have to do it alone.

TCC offers a variety of resources and support services designed to help student-parents succeed in both their academic and family lives. Explore the resources below and find the tools you need to thrive.

General Resources

  • Student Empowerment Center (SEC): Get help finding financial, food, health, housing, legal, and transportation resources to support your basic needs while finishing your education.

Childcare

  • Children's Center: Enroll your child in TCC Northeast's Children's Center, an accredited teaching center and lab school.

Employment

  • Career Services: Receive help perfecting your job search skills and in finding work on and off-campus.

Financial Help

  • Stay the Course®: Sign up for this free program that offers one-on-one guidance and financial assistance to eligible students working to finish their degree.

Food

  • Food Pantries: Access food pantry services if you are experiencing hunger or food insecurity.

Student Rights

  • Lactation Rooms: Lactation rooms provide a quiet, private environment for nursing parents.

Transportation

  • EasyRide Program: Use your student ID as a free pass on all Trinity Metro buses and the Trinity Rail Express.
  • Arlington On-Demand Rideshare: TCC Southeast students within the transportation service area can use the Arlington On-Demand Rideshare for free.

Contact Us

For more help, email StudentParent.Officer@tccd.edu.

Updated August 13, 2024