Mission: To promote life-long success by providing Human Services and connecting people to community resources.
Vision: To provide leadership, develop collaborative strategies, and maximize resources to improve the quality of life for children, families and seniors in our community.
Services: The Department of Human Services provides comprehensive direct and contractual services in the areas of Early Education and Child Care Assistance, Education, Financial and Emergency Assistance, Homeless Assistance, and Senior Services.
Monday: 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM |
Tuesday: 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM |
Wednesday: 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM |
Thursday: 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM |
Friday: 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM |
Saturday: CLOSED |
Sunday: CLOSED |
Homeless Connections Hotline provides assistance for people experiencing homelessness or at risk of becoming homeless.
Monday: 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM |
Tuesday: 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM |
Wednesday: 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM |
Thursday: 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM |
Friday: 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM |
Saturday: CLOSED |
Sunday: CLOSED |
If you are currently experiencing homelessness or are at risk of becoming homeless, Homelink can help by assessing your situation and connecting you with the most appropriate housing resource.
After enrolling with Homelink, if your need is not met by an immediate referral, you must maintain your eligibility every 30 days. This will be explained further during your Homelink assessment.
Monday: 8:30 AM - 11:45 AM , 12:30 PM - 4:30 PM |
Tuesday: 8:30 AM - 11:45 AM , 12:30 PM - 4:30 PM |
Wednesday: 8:30 AM - 11:45 AM , 12:30 PM - 4:30 PM |
Thursday: 8:30 AM - 11:45 AM , 12:30 PM - 4:30 PM |
Friday: 8:30 AM - 11:45 AM , 12:30 PM - 4:30 PM |
Saturday: CLOSED |
Sunday: CLOSED |
by City of San Antonio (COSA) Department of Human Services (DHS)
Provides senior adults, 60 years and older, and spouses, in Bexar County, with a nutritionally balanced lunchtime meal in a congregate setting with supportive services consisting of:
- Companionship
- Nutrition Education
- Basic Health Screenings
- Social Services
- Outreach activities
- Recreation and Dance
- Computer Classes*
- Arts and Crafts
- Exercise Classes*
- Transportation*
*Not available at all centers.
Age 60+ and spouse.
Free.
by City of San Antonio (COSA) Department of Human Services (DHS)
Located in parking garage at corner of S. St Mary's and Travis.
by City of San Antonio (COSA) Department of Human Services (DHS)
Head Start children receive specialized quality education and comprehensive social services that provide opportunities for our children to learn and succeed when they enter kindergarten.
Education and disability:
- Individualized teaching
- Low child/staff ratios
- Structured routines and schedules
- School readiness skills
- Culturally diverse
- Services for children with disabilities
- Screenings and ongoing assessments
- Individualized activities
- Inclusive classrooms
- Parent advocacy and training
Health:
- Medical and dental case management
- Staff certified in first aid & CPR
- Clean and safe environments
- On-site dental exams and fluoride varnish
- Hearing and vision screenings
- Indoor/outdoor physical development
Nutrition:
- Healthy breakfast, lunch, and snacks
- Menus developed by registered dietitians
Family support:
- Parent engagement activities and leadership opportunities
- Supporting families to meet their needs and achieve goals
- Community resources and services
- School district transportation may be available
The age requirement for our Early Head Start-Child Care Partnership (EHS-CCP) Program is 6 weeks – 35 months of age.
Our Early Head Start-Childcare Partnership (EHS-CCP) Program recruits families receiving Child Care Services (CCS). Often, CCS requires a co-payment, and families are responsible for paying their own co-payment directly to each childcare center.
Monday: 6:30 AM - 6:00 PM |
Tuesday: 6:30 AM - 6:00 PM |
Wednesday: 6:30 AM - 6:00 PM |
Thursday: 6:30 AM - 6:00 PM |
Friday: 6:30 AM - 6:00 PM |
Saturday: CLOSED |
Sunday: CLOSED |
by City of San Antonio (COSA) Department of Human Services (DHS)
The City of San Antonio provides scholarship assistance through the San Antonio Education Partnership (SAEP) at participating colleges and universities.
The San Antonio Education Partnership (SAEP) offers the SAEP Scholarship to students at 36 SAEP partner high schools. Road to Success (R2S) College Access and Success Advisors at each high school will guide students to meet the scholarship eligibility criteria.
Scholarship Eligibility Requirements:
- Sign the Student Commitment to College form
- Graduate with an overall 95% attendance rate
- Graduate with an overall 80% grade average
- Graduate from a participating high school
- Demonstrate financial need (FAFSA or TASFA required)
- Enroll full-time at a participating college or university
Click here to request an advising session.
Scholarship Awards:
- Community College - $600/semester
- Public University - $850/semester
- Private University - $1500/semester
Click here for the full list of participating colleges.
by City of San Antonio (COSA) Department of Human Services (DHS)
The City of San Antonio provides scholarship assistance through the San Antonio Education Partnership (SAEP) at participating colleges and universities.
The San Antonio Education Partnership (SAEP) offers the SAEP Scholarship to students at 36 SAEP partner high schools. Road to Success (R2S) College Access and Success Advisors at each high school will guide students to meet the scholarship eligibility criteria.
Scholarship Eligibility Requirements:
- Sign the Student Commitment to College form
- Graduate with an overall 95% attendance rate
- Graduate with an overall 80% grade average
- Graduate from a participating high school
- Demonstrate financial need (FAFSA or TASFA required)
- Enroll full-time at a participating college or university
Click here to request an advising session.
Scholarship Awards:
- Community College - $600/semester
- Public University - $850/semester
- Private University - $1500/semester
Click here for the full list of participating colleges.
Monday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM |
Tuesday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM |
Wednesday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM |
Thursday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM |
Friday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM |
Saturday: CLOSED |
Sunday: CLOSED |
by City of San Antonio (COSA) Department of Human Services (DHS)
The City of San Antonio provides scholarship assistance through the San Antonio Education Partnership (SAEP) at participating colleges and universities.
The San Antonio Education Partnership (SAEP) offers the SAEP Scholarship to students at 36 SAEP partner high schools. Road to Success (R2S) College Access and Success Advisors at each high school will guide students to meet the scholarship eligibility criteria.
Scholarship Eligibility Requirements:
- Sign the Student Commitment to College form
- Graduate with an overall 95% attendance rate
- Graduate with an overall 80% grade average
- Graduate from a participating high school
- Demonstrate financial need (FAFSA or TASFA required)
- Enroll full-time at a participating college or university
Click here to request an advising session.
Scholarship Awards:
- Community College - $600/semester
- Public University - $850/semester
- Private University - $1500/semester
Click here for the full list of participating colleges.
Monday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM |
Tuesday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM |
Wednesday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM |
Thursday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM |
Friday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM |
Saturday: CLOSED |
Sunday: CLOSED |
by City of San Antonio (COSA) Department of Human Services (DHS)
The City of San Antonio provides scholarship assistance through the San Antonio Education Partnership (SAEP) at participating colleges and universities.
The San Antonio Education Partnership (SAEP) offers the SAEP Scholarship to students at 36 SAEP partner high schools. Road to Success (R2S) College Access and Success Advisors at each high school will guide students to meet the scholarship eligibility criteria.
Scholarship Eligibility Requirements:
- Sign the Student Commitment to College form
- Graduate with an overall 95% attendance rate
- Graduate with an overall 80% grade average
- Graduate from a participating high school
- Demonstrate financial need (FAFSA or TASFA required)
- Enroll full-time at a participating college or university
Click here to request an advising session.
Scholarship Awards:
- Community College - $600/semester
- Public University - $850/semester
- Private University - $1500/semester
Click here for the full list of participating colleges.
Monday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM |
Tuesday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM |
Wednesday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM |
Thursday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM |
Friday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM |
Saturday: CLOSED |
Sunday: CLOSED |
by City of San Antonio (COSA) Department of Human Services (DHS)
The City of San Antonio provides scholarship assistance through the San Antonio Education Partnership (SAEP) at participating colleges and universities.
The San Antonio Education Partnership (SAEP) offers the SAEP Scholarship to students at 36 SAEP partner high schools. Road to Success (R2S) College Access and Success Advisors at each high school will guide students to meet the scholarship eligibility criteria.
Scholarship Eligibility Requirements:
- Sign the Student Commitment to College form
- Graduate with an overall 95% attendance rate
- Graduate with an overall 80% grade average
- Graduate from a participating high school
- Demonstrate financial need (FAFSA or TASFA required)
- Enroll full-time at a participating college or university
Click here to request an advising session.
Scholarship Awards:
- Community College - $600/semester
- Public University - $850/semester
- Private University - $1500/semester
Click here for the full list of participating colleges.
Monday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM |
Tuesday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM |
Wednesday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM |
Thursday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM |
Friday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM |
Saturday: CLOSED |
Sunday: CLOSED |
by City of San Antonio (COSA) Department of Human Services (DHS)
The City of San Antonio provides scholarship assistance through the San Antonio Education Partnership (SAEP) at participating colleges and universities.
The San Antonio Education Partnership (SAEP) offers the SAEP Scholarship to students at 36 SAEP partner high schools. Road to Success (R2S) College Access and Success Advisors at each high school will guide students to meet the scholarship eligibility criteria.
Scholarship Eligibility Requirements:
- Sign the Student Commitment to College form
- Graduate with an overall 95% attendance rate
- Graduate with an overall 80% grade average
- Graduate from a participating high school
- Demonstrate financial need (FAFSA or TASFA required)
- Enroll full-time at a participating college or university
Click here to request an advising session.
Scholarship Awards:
- Community College - $600/semester
- Public University - $850/semester
- Private University - $1500/semester
Click here for the full list of participating colleges.
Monday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM |
Tuesday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM |
Wednesday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM |
Thursday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM |
Friday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM |
Saturday: CLOSED |
Sunday: CLOSED |
by City of San Antonio (COSA) Department of Human Services (DHS)
The City of San Antonio provides scholarship assistance through the San Antonio Education Partnership (SAEP) at participating colleges and universities.
The San Antonio Education Partnership (SAEP) offers the SAEP Scholarship to students at 36 SAEP partner high schools. Road to Success (R2S) College Access and Success Advisors at each high school will guide students to meet the scholarship eligibility criteria.
Scholarship Eligibility Requirements:
- Sign the Student Commitment to College form
- Graduate with an overall 95% attendance rate
- Graduate with an overall 80% grade average
- Graduate from a participating high school
- Demonstrate financial need (FAFSA or TASFA required)
- Enroll full-time at a participating college or university
Click here to request an advising session.
Scholarship Awards:
- Community College - $600/semester
- Public University - $850/semester
- Private University - $1500/semester
Click here for the full list of participating colleges.
Monday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM |
Tuesday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM |
Wednesday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM |
Thursday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM |
Friday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM |
Saturday: CLOSED |
Sunday: CLOSED |
by City of San Antonio (COSA) Department of Human Services (DHS)
The City of San Antonio provides scholarship assistance through the San Antonio Education Partnership (SAEP) at participating colleges and universities.
The San Antonio Education Partnership (SAEP) offers the SAEP Scholarship to students at 36 SAEP partner high schools. Road to Success (R2S) College Access and Success Advisors at each high school will guide students to meet the scholarship eligibility criteria.
Scholarship Eligibility Requirements:
- Sign the Student Commitment to College form
- Graduate with an overall 95% attendance rate
- Graduate with an overall 80% grade average
- Graduate from a participating high school
- Demonstrate financial need (FAFSA or TASFA required)
- Enroll full-time at a participating college or university
Click here to request an advising session.
Scholarship Awards:
- Community College - $600/semester
- Public University - $850/semester
- Private University - $1500/semester
Click here for the full list of participating colleges.
Monday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM |
Tuesday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM |
Wednesday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM |
Thursday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM |
Friday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM |
Saturday: CLOSED |
Sunday: CLOSED |
by City of San Antonio (COSA) Department of Human Services (DHS)
The City of San Antonio provides scholarship assistance through the San Antonio Education Partnership (SAEP) at participating colleges and universities.
The San Antonio Education Partnership (SAEP) offers the SAEP Scholarship to students at 36 SAEP partner high schools. Road to Success (R2S) College Access and Success Advisors at each high school will guide students to meet the scholarship eligibility criteria.
Scholarship Eligibility Requirements:
- Sign the Student Commitment to College form
- Graduate with an overall 95% attendance rate
- Graduate with an overall 80% grade average
- Graduate from a participating high school
- Demonstrate financial need (FAFSA or TASFA required)
- Enroll full-time at a participating college or university
Click here to request an advising session.
Scholarship Awards:
- Community College - $600/semester
- Public University - $850/semester
- Private University - $1500/semester
Click here for the full list of participating colleges.
Monday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM |
Tuesday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM |
Wednesday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM |
Thursday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM |
Friday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM |
Saturday: CLOSED |
Sunday: CLOSED |
by City of San Antonio (COSA) Department of Human Services (DHS)
The City of San Antonio provides scholarship assistance through the San Antonio Education Partnership (SAEP) at participating colleges and universities.
The San Antonio Education Partnership (SAEP) offers the SAEP Scholarship to students at 36 SAEP partner high schools. Road to Success (R2S) College Access and Success Advisors at each high school will guide students to meet the scholarship eligibility criteria.
Scholarship Eligibility Requirements:
- Sign the Student Commitment to College form
- Graduate with an overall 95% attendance rate
- Graduate with an overall 80% grade average
- Graduate from a participating high school
- Demonstrate financial need (FAFSA or TASFA required)
- Enroll full-time at a participating college or university
Click here to request an advising session.
Scholarship Awards:
- Community College - $600/semester
- Public University - $850/semester
- Private University - $1500/semester
Click here for the full list of participating colleges.
by City of San Antonio (COSA) Department of Human Services (DHS)
The City of San Antonio provides scholarship assistance through the San Antonio Education Partnership (SAEP) at participating colleges and universities.
The San Antonio Education Partnership (SAEP) offers the SAEP Scholarship to students at 36 SAEP partner high schools. Road to Success (R2S) College Access and Success Advisors at each high school will guide students to meet the scholarship eligibility criteria.
Scholarship Eligibility Requirements:
- Sign the Student Commitment to College form
- Graduate with an overall 95% attendance rate
- Graduate with an overall 80% grade average
- Graduate from a participating high school
- Demonstrate financial need (FAFSA or TASFA required)
- Enroll full-time at a participating college or university
Click here to request an advising session.
Scholarship Awards:
- Community College - $600/semester
- Public University - $850/semester
- Private University - $1500/semester
Click here for the full list of participating colleges.
by City of San Antonio (COSA) Department of Human Services (DHS)
The City of San Antonio provides scholarship assistance through the San Antonio Education Partnership (SAEP) at participating colleges and universities.
The San Antonio Education Partnership (SAEP) offers the SAEP Scholarship to students at 36 SAEP partner high schools. Road to Success (R2S) College Access and Success Advisors at each high school will guide students to meet the scholarship eligibility criteria.
Scholarship Eligibility Requirements:
- Sign the Student Commitment to College form
- Graduate with an overall 95% attendance rate
- Graduate with an overall 80% grade average
- Graduate from a participating high school
- Demonstrate financial need (FAFSA or TASFA required)
- Enroll full-time at a participating college or university
Click here to request an advising session.
Scholarship Awards:
- Community College - $600/semester
- Public University - $850/semester
- Private University - $1500/semester
Click here for the full list of participating colleges.
Monday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM |
Tuesday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM |
Wednesday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM |
Thursday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM |
Friday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM |
Saturday: CLOSED |
Sunday: CLOSED |
by City of San Antonio (COSA) Department of Human Services (DHS)
Provides senior adults, 60 years and older, and spouses, in Bexar County, with a nutritionally balanced lunchtime meal in a congregate setting with supportive services consisting of:
- Companionship
- Nutrition Education
- Basic Health Screenings
- Social Services
- Outreach activities
- Recreation and Dance
- Computer Classes*
- Arts and Crafts
- Exercise Classes*
- Transportation*
*Not available at all centers.
Age 60+ and spouse.
Free.
by City of San Antonio (COSA) Department of Human Services (DHS)
Provides senior adults, 60 years and older, and spouses, in Bexar County, with a nutritionally balanced lunchtime meal in a congregate setting with supportive services consisting of:
- Companionship
- Nutrition Education
- Basic Health Screenings
- Social Services
- Outreach activities
- Recreation and Dance
- Computer Classes*
- Arts and Crafts
- Exercise Classes*
- Transportation*
*Not available at all centers.
Age 60+ and spouse.
Free.
by City of San Antonio (COSA) Department of Human Services (DHS)
The City of San Antonio provides scholarship assistance through the San Antonio Education Partnership (SAEP) at participating colleges and universities.
The San Antonio Education Partnership (SAEP) offers the SAEP Scholarship to students at 36 SAEP partner high schools. Road to Success (R2S) College Access and Success Advisors at each high school will guide students to meet the scholarship eligibility criteria.
Scholarship Eligibility Requirements:
- Sign the Student Commitment to College form
- Graduate with an overall 95% attendance rate
- Graduate with an overall 80% grade average
- Graduate from a participating high school
- Demonstrate financial need (FAFSA or TASFA required)
- Enroll full-time at a participating college or university
Click here to request an advising session.
Scholarship Awards:
- Community College - $600/semester
- Public University - $850/semester
- Private University - $1500/semester
Click here for the full list of participating colleges.
by City of San Antonio (COSA) Department of Human Services (DHS)
Provides senior adults, 60 years and older, and spouses, in Bexar County, with a nutritionally balanced lunchtime meal in a congregate setting with supportive services consisting of:
- Companionship
- Nutrition Education
- Basic Health Screenings
- Social Services
- Outreach activities
- Recreation and Dance
- Computer Classes*
- Arts and Crafts
- Exercise Classes*
- Transportation*
*Not available at all centers.
The SNP is funded by the City and the Texas Department of Aging and Disability Services (DADS) through the Alamo Area Council of Governments (AACOG), and currently offered at various senior centers throughout the City.
Age 60+ and spouse.
Provide continental breakfast and lunch as well as social and educational opportunities, art program and seasonal-themed activities.
Free.
by City of San Antonio (COSA) Department of Human Services (DHS)
Head Start children receive specialized quality education and comprehensive social services that provide opportunities for our children to learn and succeed when they enter kindergarten.
Education and disability:
- Individualized teaching
- Low child/staff ratios
- Structured routines and schedules
- School readiness skills
- Culturally diverse
- Services for children with disabilities
- Screenings and ongoing assessments
- Individualized activities
- Inclusive classrooms
- Parent advocacy and training
Health:
- Medical and dental case management
- Staff certified in first aid & CPR
- Clean and safe environments
- On site dental exams and fluoride varnish
- Hearing and vision screenings
- Indoor/outdoor physical development
Nutrition:
- Healthy breakfast, lunch, and snacks
- Menus developed by registered dietitians
Family support:
- Parent engagement activities and leadership opportunities
- Supporting families to meet their need and achieve goals
- Community resources and services
- School district transportation may be available
The age requirement for our Early Head Start-Child Care Partnership (EHS-CCP) Program is 6 weeks – 35 months of age.
Our Early Head Start-Childcare Partnership (EHS-CCP) Program recruits families receiving Child Care Services (CCS). Often times, CCS requires a co-payment, and families are responsible for paying their own co-payment directly to each child care center.
Monday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM |
Tuesday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM |
Wednesday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM |
Thursday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM |
Friday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM |
Saturday: CLOSED |
Sunday: CLOSED |
by City of San Antonio (COSA) Department of Human Services (DHS)
Head Start children receive specialized quality education and comprehensive social services that provide opportunities for our children to learn and succeed when they enter kindergarten.
Education and disability:
- Individualized teaching
- Low child/staff ratios
- Structured routines and schedules
- School readiness skills
- Culturally diverse
- Services for children with disabilities
- Screenings and ongoing assessments
- Individualized activities
- Inclusive classrooms
- Parent advocacy and training
Health:
- Medical and dental case management
- Staff certified in first aid & CPR
- Clean and safe environments
- On site dental exams and fluoride varnish
- Hearing and vision screenings
- Indoor/outdoor physical development
Nutrition:
- Healthy breakfast, lunch, and snacks
- Menus developed by registered dietitians
Family support:
- Parent engagement activities and leadership opportunities
- Supporting families to meet their need and achieve goals
- Community resources and services
- School district transportation may be available
The age requirement for our Head Start Prekindergarten Program is three years old on or before September 1.
Head Start is a federally funded program provided at no cost for qualifying families. We provide education, health and dental screenings, nutrition, family support, and training services for your family.
Monday: 7:30 AM - 4:00 PM |
Tuesday: 7:30 AM - 4:00 PM |
Wednesday: 7:30 AM - 4:00 PM |
Thursday: 7:30 AM - 4:00 PM |
Friday: 7:30 AM - 4:00 PM |
Saturday: CLOSED |
Sunday: CLOSED |
by City of San Antonio (COSA) Department of Human Services (DHS)
Provides senior adults, 60 years and older, and spouses, in Bexar County, with a nutritionally balanced lunchtime meal in a congregate setting with supportive services consisting of:
- Companionship
- Nutrition Education
- Basic Health Screenings
- Social Services
- Outreach activities
- Recreation and Dance
- Computer Classes*
- Arts and Crafts
- Exercise Classes*
- Transportation*
*Not available at all centers.
Age 60+ and spouse.
Free.
by City of San Antonio (COSA) Department of Human Services (DHS)
The City of San Antonio provides scholarship assistance through the San Antonio Education Partnership (SAEP) at participating colleges and universities.
The San Antonio Education Partnership (SAEP) offers the SAEP Scholarship to students at 36 SAEP partner high schools. Road to Success (R2S) College Access and Success Advisors at each high school will guide students to meet the scholarship eligibility criteria.
Scholarship Eligibility Requirements:
- Sign the Student Commitment to College form
- Graduate with an overall 95% attendance rate
- Graduate with an overall 80% grade average
- Graduate from a participating high school
- Demonstrate financial need (FAFSA or TASFA required)
- Enroll full-time at a participating college or university
Click here to request an advising session.
Scholarship Awards:
- Community College - $600/semester
- Public University - $850/semester
- Private University - $1500/semester
Click here for the full list of participating colleges.
by City of San Antonio (COSA) Department of Human Services (DHS)
Head Start children receive specialized quality education and comprehensive social services that provide opportunities for our children to learn and succeed when they enter kindergarten.
Education and disability:
- Individualized teaching
- Low child/staff ratios
- Structured routines and schedules
- School readiness skills
- Culturally diverse
- Services for children with disabilities
- Screenings and ongoing assessments
- Individualized activities
- Inclusive classrooms
- Parent advocacy and training
Health:
- Medical and dental case management
- Staff certified in first aid and CPR
- Clean and safe environments
- On-site dental exams and fluoride varnish
- Hearing and vision screenings
- Indoor/outdoor physical development
Nutrition:
- Healthy breakfast, lunch, and snacks
- Menus developed by registered dietitians
Family support:
- Parent engagement activities and leadership opportunities
- Supporting families to meet their needs and achieve goals
- Community resources and services
- School district transportation may be available
The age requirement for our Head Start Prekindergarten Program is three years old on or before September 1.
Head Start is a federally funded program provided at no cost for qualifying families.
Monday: 7:45 AM - 4:30 PM |
Tuesday: 7:45 AM - 4:30 PM |
Wednesday: 7:45 AM - 4:30 PM |
Thursday: 7:45 AM - 4:30 PM |
Friday: 7:45 AM - 4:30 PM |
Saturday: CLOSED |
Sunday: CLOSED |
The John Tobin Community Center is an open play center with an indoor gym and two game rooms. Half-court basketball is scheduled daily, and table games are available.
Monday: 3:00 PM - 9:00 PM |
Tuesday: 3:00 PM - 9:00 PM |
Wednesday: 3:00 PM - 9:00 PM |
Thursday: 3:00 PM - 9:00 PM |
Friday: 3:00 PM - 7:00 PM |
Saturday: 10:00 PM - 5:00 PM |
Sunday: CLOSED |
by City of San Antonio (COSA) Department of Human Services (DHS)
Head Start children receive specialized quality education and comprehensive social services that provide opportunities for our children to learn and succeed when they enter kindergarten.
Education and disability:
- Individualized teaching
- Low child/staff ratios
- Structured routines and schedules
- School readiness skills
- Culturally diverse
- Services for children with disabilities
- Screenings and ongoing assessments
- Individualized activities
- Inclusive classrooms
- Parent advocacy and training
Health:
- Medical and dental case management
- Staff certified in first aid and CPR
- Clean and safe environments
- On-site dental exams and fluoride varnish
- Hearing and vision screenings
- Indoor/outdoor physical development
Nutrition:
- Healthy breakfast, lunch, and snacks
- Menus developed by registered dietitians
Family support:
- Parent engagement activities and leadership opportunities
- Supporting families to meet their needs and achieve goals
- Community resources and services
- School district transportation may be available
The age requirement for our Head Start Prekindergarten Program is three years old on or before September 1.
Head Start is a federally funded program provided at no cost for qualifying families.
Monday: 8:00 AM - 3:30 PM |
Tuesday: 8:00 AM - 3:30 PM |
Wednesday: 8:00 AM - 3:30 PM |
Thursday: 8:00 AM - 3:30 PM |
Friday: 8:00 AM - 3:30 PM |
Saturday: CLOSED |
Sunday: CLOSED |
by City of San Antonio (COSA) Department of Human Services (DHS)
Head Start children receive specialized quality education and comprehensive social services that provide opportunities for our children to learn and succeed when they enter kindergarten.
Education and disability:
- Individualized teaching
- Low child/staff ratios
- Structured routines and schedules
- School readiness skills
- Culturally diverse
- Services for children with disabilities
- Screenings and ongoing assessments
- Individualized activities
- Inclusive classrooms
- Parent advocacy and training
Health:
- Medical and dental case management
- Staff certified in first aid and CPR
- Clean and safe environments
- On-site dental exams and fluoride varnish
- Hearing and vision screenings
- Indoor/outdoor physical development
Nutrition:
- Healthy breakfast, lunch, and snacks
- Menus developed by registered dietitians
Family support:
- Parent engagement activities and leadership opportunities
- Supporting families to meet their needs and achieve goals
- Community resources and services
- School district transportation may be available
The age requirement for our Head Start Prekindergarten Program is three years old on or before September 1.
Head Start is a federally funded program provided at no cost for qualifying families.
by City of San Antonio (COSA) Department of Human Services (DHS)
The City of San Antonio provides scholarship assistance through the San Antonio Education Partnership (SAEP) at participating colleges and universities.
The San Antonio Education Partnership (SAEP) offers the SAEP Scholarship to students at 36 SAEP partner high schools. Road to Success (R2S) College Access and Success Advisors at each high school will guide students to meet the scholarship eligibility criteria.
Scholarship Eligibility Requirements:
- Sign the Student Commitment to College form
- Graduate with an overall 95% attendance rate
- Graduate with an overall 80% grade average
- Graduate from a participating high school
- Demonstrate financial need (FAFSA or TASFA required)
- Enroll full-time at a participating college or university
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Scholarship Awards:
- Community College - $600/semester
- Public University - $850/semester
- Private University - $1500/semester
Click here for the full list of participating colleges.