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Parent Outreach and Engagement

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Who We Are - La Familia

Texas A&M University-San Antonio's Parent Outreach and Engagement Department coordinates outreach initiatives including La Familia Parent Workshops, Info Sessions and more, which is an innovative component of the University's overall goal to support our ASPIRE network and South Bexar County. Parent Outreach and Engagement aims to engage families through college-going activities, parent workshops and family events. We are committed to breaking down barriers, creating access to quality education and involving the entire family in the student’s journey towards higher education.

Our Programing

La Familia Workshop Series

A 6-week comprehensive program for parents to learn about the college process. Learn more here.

Parent Nights

At Elementary and Middle School campuses, we engage with parents and their students through College Readiness games. The games are geared to create conversations about college readiness and how to think about the college process.

Webinar Series

Our mission is to keep parents informed and supported throughout the college process. We're excited to offer a series of online information sessions, providing convenient access to valuable insights and expert guidance from anywhere in San Antonio!

Register for our upcoming webinar here.

Our Impact

As of May 2024, a total of 371 parents have graduated and completed this program earning their students a scholarship. La Familia program has awarded a total of $313,000 in scholarships.

 

Meet The Team

Elizabeth Alanis

Program Manager

Parent Outreach & Engagement
Dolores Torres Santillan

Program Coordinator

Parent Outreach & Engagement 
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Have more questions about Parent Outreach and Engagement? Send us an email, and our team will get back to you!