Want to learn about all things trees in San Antonio? Click here for answers to frequently asked questions.

Love San Antonio parks? Tree Treks take you deeper. Free guided walks with a tree expert reveal hidden stories and the surprising role trees play in our city. Explore, learn, connect with nature—all on one fun walk.

These guided walks are led by a certified tree expert (arborist) and special guests. They’ll show you cool stuff about the park’s:

• Plants and their history: How people have used these trees for centuries.
• Cool stories from the past: Discover hidden gems of San Antonio history in the park.
• Culture connection: See how trees hold meaning for different people in our city.
• Why trees matter: Learn how trees help our environment (like clean air!).

Tree Treks are more than just a walk

• Ask questions: Get info from the tree expert and special guests.
• Enjoy nature: Relax and soak up the beauty of San Antonio’s parks.
• Become a tree friend: Learn how to take care of these amazing trees.

Esther Vexler Yoga School (EVYS) offers a unique, well-rounded program that dives into hatha yoga and things that stem from the practice.

You will learn about:

• alignment
• modifications and props
• yoga philosophy
• and much more. 

We go beyond physical practice and strive to make the ancient wisdom of yoga accessible and valuable for yoga teachers.

Since we have seen many different students with different situations, we have compiled a list of resources that we have found to be helpful to our students.  Please look below at the topics and find the best resource for YOU!

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Through local community centers, volunteer pre-service teachers provide each parent with a comprehensive math education.

These parents then learn how to teach their children math from pre-kindergarten onward.

Sustainability is achieved when the parent-student becomes the parent-educator for their community center.

Parents are empowered to advocate for their children’s education within the home and their schools and promote math within the entire community.

Parents

Free

Fletcher partners with churches, hospitals, municipalities, agencies, schools, businesses, and other organizations in offering Community Education programs.

Workshops range from 90-minute presentations to all-day events. These workshops can be delivered in any setting.

Fletcher’s Community Education programs meet the standards of CEU’s (Continuing Education Units) for many organizations, including major hospital systems and hospice agencies.

All workshops are open to leaders from the community and to faith organizations in any tradition, lay or ordained.

Each workshop is first offered in the San Antonio metro region, and then in other communities depending on their need. Where necessary, online programs are also possible. 

Education for mental health professionals on mental diagnoses and treatment to help our community understand the impact of trauma on children, and foster well-rounded understanding of the impact of trauma on a child.

 Children are immediately welcomed by a team of professionals to guide them from crisis to thriving. A case manager assesses needs and refers services to address various challenges. In the meantime, they receive immediate care from health and counseling to education while stabilizing the child with safety and security.

Who Is Eligible?

• Former residents of St. PJ’s
• Victims of crime including sexual, physical, and verbal abuse
• Mental health patients with anxiety, depression, grief, transitional issues, children, and families
• Community children and families beyond our 17-acre home
• Children ages three and up and for adults seeking healing.

Payment options:

• Private pay
• Sliding scale

Some insurance options include:

• Medicaid
• CHIP
• BCBS
• Aetna

ChildSafe builds informed, empowered communities through educational programs for adults, teenagers, children, community members, and partners, as well as education and healthcare professionals.

Click here for a complete list of our current training offerings.

Click here for a list of upcoming virtual trainings, please visit our Training Calendar.

Courses are available in both English and Spanish.

Access to our E-Learning Platform is free.

• Online Safety Classes
• Free Computer Use

The Burleson Center is home to the Special Education 18+ Program. The program is designed to meet the unique needs of students who have graduated from high school and continue to require instruction in employment, education/training, and/or independent living. Students may receive instruction in the community and/or in one or more of the businesses located in the facility.

We believe all individuals deserve daily opportunities to maximize their potential and learn skills that promote independence in their community. 

We provide community integration, employment training, education, independent living skills, recreational, and social skills, and other meaningful and productive activities in various settings.

18+ program

Post-Secondary Offerings:

• Transition Services
• Focus on Employment
• Independent Living Skills
• Education/Training
• Transportation Training
• Agency Linkage for Adult Services
• Hands-On Learning Environment

On-Campus Job Sites:

• The Burleson Cafe
• Does Calles Bike Shop
• Cordelia Special-Tees
• Edgewood Inspiration Gardens
• Burleson Boutique and Warehouse
• Front Office Training

Click here for a brochure.

Free breakfast and lunch served to all students.

Training
Individuals coming in contact with survivors of torture find there is an enormous need for training, especially pro-bono professionals.

CST provides training on an ongoing basis, responding to client's and community needs as they arise.  To reduce the waitlist, CST trains mainstream licensed providers whose clientele may include refugees and immigrants, thus helping them identify survivors, improve their skills, and provide strength-based, trauma-informed care.

CST provides education and workshops for refugee community leaders, attorneys, educators, physicians, and the immigrant community, on an ongoing basis.

Educational opportunities through CST’s social services

Many survivors of torture clients are underemployed. CST’s Adam Patrick Bratcher (APB) Education Program identifies cohorts of clients who want to pursue college or certificates. The program establishes a single point of entry through the highest-level community college contact.  

CST board members’ career-long, national experience in community college leadership eases access to community college programs that lead to jobs with the potential of earning a sustainable wage. This referral system to free college or certification programs, as a part of our APB Education Program, has a far-reaching impact on clients, helping them to build employable skills and earn a living, self-sufficiency, cultural competency, English skills, and generates hope for a better future for their family.

Community perception is positive regarding the quality and innovation of CST’s responses to clients’ challenges.

The Autism Community Network is dedicated to improving the lives of individuals with autism and their families through support, education, and advocacy.

Our Caregiver Empowerment Program offers training for familial and professional caregivers, medical residents, student clinicians, education professionals, and the wider community to ensure that everyone who interacts with autistic individuals can provide them with the best possible care.

1. Coffee and Connections

 For more information, email [email protected]

2. Professional Conferences

3. Training on Request

4. Mentorships

Click here for the Calendar of Events

Click here to contact/enroll in any of our training programs

Mujeres con Confianza (MCC) is a CareLink grant program dedicated to educating providers, staff, and patients. The program aims to improve early diagnosis and treatment rates for women between the ages of 18 and 45. Moreover, MCC targets Bexar County residents who are disproportionately impacted by the harms of poverty, lack of access to health care, and lack of availability of healthy living resources.

This free program provides education on the following topics:

• Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS)
• Endometriosis
• Uterine Fibroids

Women 18-45

Residents of Bexar County

*Participants may receive an incentive per class attended. Carelink members may also earn credit toward their Carelink account balance.

*Virtual or in-person classes in English or Spanish

*Call or email to register

Free

The Connection Center provides the training and resources you need to take control of your success.

Whether focused on self-care in these uncertain times or ready to begin a Career in Mental Health Peer Support, the Connection Center has something for you. See the entire list of our services below:

• Mental Health Peer Specialist Training: The need for Certified Peer Support Specialists is on the rise in the Mental Health Field. The Connection Center offers a 1-Day (12:00 PM to 5:00 PM) Core Training and full 5-Day (9:00 AM to 5:00 PM) Mental Health Specialty Training that you will need for State Certification. 
• Talk to a Peer: Call 210-899-0434. We all need someone to talk to. At the Connection Center, we know what it's like to struggle with mental, emotional, and other life situations. Maybe you need help finding resources or just someone to chat with for a while. We're happy to meet you in person, over the phone, via email, or on Zoom -- whatever you prefer!

Services are available in-person & online.

Click here to learn more. 

Free

To improve the lives of the foster care community, Artvango has collaborated with community partners in providing art therapy, play therapy, and workshops to help spread the word on how trauma affects children while offering effective parenting tools when working with children from hard places.

Continuing education credits (CEUs) are provided to social workers and licensed professional counselors.

Please call or email for further information.

The General Scholarship Award is an $1000.00 scholarship to youth continuing their education in a university, college, or trade school.

Eligibility requirements: 

• 17-23 years old.
• Cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher.
• Currently reside in Bexar, Comal, Guadalupe, Wilson, Atascosa, Kendall, Bandera, Medina, Duval, Nueces, Kleberg, Kenedy, San Patricio, Jim Wells, and Brooks counties.
• Attend 4 meetings/events within the last 3 years. 
• Not a direct family member of a board member or staff of Fiesta Youth.

Free

The mission of adult education and literacy is to ensure that all adults who live in Texas have the skills necessary to function effectively in their personal and family lives, in the workplace, and in the community.

NEISD Adult Education offers:

• FREE English as a Second Language (ESL) classes for students 19 years and older.
• High school equivalency (HSE) (aka GED) preparation classes in English and Spanish for students 16 years and older.

NEISD Community Education to offer:

• Career Training classes that lead to workforce certifications.

Scholarships are available to those students who qualify. 

We offer math, science, social studies, and language arts in Spanish. 

Click here for more information. 

Must come to class twice a week for the whole semester and take a progress test when required.

Free

• Computer Skills Classes
• Free Computer Use

Our Emerging Leaders' Summits, presented in a dynamic hybrid format, combine regional in-person and virtual sessions. These summits are designed for students from HACU-member institutions seeking to unleash their leadership potential. Participants will have the opportunity to engage in intensive workshops and panel discussions focused on leadership development and career readiness. Additionally, students will have the chance to connect with HACU's partners, who will be actively networking and recruiting for internship opportunities.

Summit Objectives:

• Engage and learn about career insights with industry professionals.
• Gain tips on networking and securing internship oportunities.
• Enhance your resume, interviewing, and networing skills.
• Meet and establish a network with other diverse talent in the local region.

Eligebility:

• Minimum 2.5 GPA, 3.0 GPA preferred.
• Actively enrolled at a HACU member institution
• All majors encouraged to apply!
  
  

*Tip: Resumes play a significant role in the selection process and the potential opportunities that can arise. It is strongly encouraged to have your resume reviewed by your institution's available resources such as Career Services or Writing Centers. Applicants are welcome to download one of the following templates below:

• Resume Template 1
• Resume Template 2
• Resume Template 3
• Resume Template 4

The HACU National Internship Program (HNIP) stands as a testament to fostering the professional development of aspiring students of all communities nationwide. Partnering with corporate and federal entities, the HNIP offers internship opportunities that aim to prepare the next generation of leaders, bridging the gap between academics and real-world experience. Through the HNIP, every internship unfolds as a journey of discovery, growth, and empowerment.

Click here to learn more. 

The Hispanic Association of Colleges and Universities (HACU) is pleased to be the administrator of scholarship opportunities provided by our partners. These scholarships can help students cover the cost of tuition, fees, books, and other expenses (varies by scholarship).

Build your scholarship profile today and let our system match you with HACU scholarships. New scholarships are added throughout the academic year, so remember to check back regularly.

We encourage all students to apply for our scholarships, regardless of immigration status. This includes international students and undocumented students, including those with DACA or TPS. While some scholarships may have specific citizenship requirements, our application system will match you with scholarships you are eligible for based on your profile.

Click here to apply. 

To be eligible to apply for HACU Scholarships, applicants must meet the following HACU Scholarship Program criteria listed below.

Current College or University Students:

1. Are currently enrolled at a HACU-member institution. 
2. Have graduated from a high school or have earned a high school equivalency diploma in the U.S., Puerto Rico, or outside of the U.S.
3. Have completed your first-semester of college at a HACU-member institution. 
4. Intend to enroll at a HACU-member institution in the Fall 2024 semester/term of the 2024-2025 academic year.
5. If you are transferring institutions, the institution must also be HACU-member to be eligible to apply; for the most up-to-date listing of HACU-member institutions,Please Click Here.
6. Demonstrate financial need if required by the scholarship sponsor, typically determined by the FAFSA application or State/Institutional Aid application (non-citizen students who are not eligible to complete the FAFSA). 

Current High School Seniors:

Voces Nuevas Program (translated in English to New Voices) is a student advocacy and leadership pilot program designed to elevate, uplift, and empower undergraduate students’ voices and experiences. Through the Voces Nuevas Program, students will be equipped with advocacy and leadership skills through online training modules, guest presentations, and the opportunity to attend HACU’s annual National Capitol Forum in Washington, D.C.

Click here to learn more. 

Ideal candidates are undergraduate students of all academic majors who are eager to engage with other students, committed to issues related to Hispanic success, and interested in advocacy and/or public policy. To be considered, applicants must:

• Be rising sophomores, juniors, or seniors. 
• Attend a HACU-member institution in Fall 2024 and Spring 2025. 
• Be in good academic standing.
• Be available to travel and fully engage in HACU’s Annual National Capitol Forum in April 2025.

*Applications for program now open

Finding the right supervisor as an associate is an important process.

Ensuring that your values and goals are aligned with your potential supervisor is critical for your development as a counselor. 

Clinical Supervision is where you develop into the professional you envisioned becoming.

Supervision with Marina Montez, MS, LPC-S allows you to build your clinical skills and learn about counseling in a private practice setting.

Example Topics Covered in Supervision:

• Laws, Ethics, and Best Practices
• Play Therapy and Working with Children
• Integrative Care
• Case Conceptualization, Assessment, and Treatment Planning
• Confidentiality and HIPAA
• Private Practice Skills
• Multicultural Competency

Extension for Community Healthcare Outcomes, or ECHO, is a telementoring model for building online communities of practice amongst healthcare providers or other professionals. Participants engage in conversation and learning that is specific to a particular condition or best practice. ECHO programs are hosted by a ‘hub’ of subject matter experts, that provide education and case consultation.

Each Fall, Spring, and Summer, we feature hundreds of exciting classes for both adults and children in four major categories:

• Profit & IT includes Computers and Technology, Business Solutions, Money Management and Certificate Programs.
• The Arts features Dance, Music, Languages, Fine Arts and others.
• Mind & Body is for personal growth, professional continuing education, study skills, and body-mind-health-related information.
• Fun & Play classes offer areas such as home and garden, sewing and needlecraft, culinary arts, pets, crafts, and sports and fitness.

Classes are taught on Northside ISD school campuses and at various sites in the community. They are conducted for the benefit and enjoyment of our patrons and are offered for non-credit unless otherwise designated.

Continuing Education Units (CEUs), Licensed Professional Counselors (LPCs), and Certification Programs are arranged for specific occupations. These include counseling, social work, daycare, computer, and office fields.

Ours is a tuition-based, self-supporting program. Financial support for the program comes from class fees.

All youth camps and classes require a completed Youth Waiver/Information Form. The form must be signed and submitted to the registration office before class attendance. Click here for the form.

Before participating in youth programs, parents and guardians should review the Parent Handbook. Click here for the handbook.

Register at our office during business hours, or register by phone by calling 210-397-8100.

To charge by phone, acknowledge that you have read and understand the refund policy.  Have your credit card information ready. We accept Visa and Mastercard.

Students in Northside’s Career and Technical Education (CTE) programs spend much time learning through a hands-on approach that prepares students for occupations and further study.

Click here to learn more.

CTE programs are available to NISD middle school and high school students. 

Free

• Computer Skills Classes
• Free Wi-Fi

Table Talk™ Color Me Camo is a peer-to-peer support group program specifically designed for women Veterans.

The purpose of the program is to empower women Veterans by facilitating meaningful conversations between peers and by forging strong bonds between women Veterans in their local communities.

Table Talk™ Color Me Camo focuses on identifying and addressing barriers women Veterans face on the path to positive change, through structured interaction with trained facilitators and fellow peers.
 
All Table Talk™ weekly peer support sessions are led by trained women Veteran volunteers or Grace After Fire outreach staff.

The program provides educational materials and activities that promote:

• Self-knowledge
• Self-understanding
• Self-development
• Self-renewal for the woman Veteran

Group topic discussions include:

• Self-analysis
• Self-development
• Relationships
• Life Management
• Community Resources

Click here to join a Table Talk Group

Women Veterans

Free

Alamo Area Search and Rescue (AASAR) is a non-profit, all volunteer search and rescue team based in the San Antonio, Texas area. All of our responders (human and canine) are certified by nationally recognized agencies prior to deployment. Training with AASAR doesn’t end at certification.  Our search specialists spend an average of 15 hours per week training.  

Our members are committed to constantly continuing their education to improve their skills.

• Ground Support/Wilderness Search Specialists.
• Trailing Canines
• Air Scent Canines (Wilderness Area Search Dogs).
• Human Remains Detection Canines (HR Canines).
• Water Recovery Canines

Click here to learn more.

Our volunteers provide search and rescue resources to public safety agencies in Texas free of charge. Our team currently consists of Wilderness Search Specialists and Search and Rescue Canines.

Since June 2008, Alamo Area Search and Rescue has responded to over 250 search missions in 18 counties in Texas.  We have provided a variety of resources to over 30 different public safety agencies.

Alamo Area Search and Rescue will only respond to calls from law enforcement or the responsible local, state, or federal agency. With approval from the responsible agency, Alamo Area Search and Rescue will assist other search organizations.

Making trauma-informed care accessible to parents, professionals, and students.

To learn more or get trained, click here.

LPC Supervision for LPC Interns:

I currently offer private clinical supervision under Texas State Licensing Board requirements (off-site).

I do not employ Interns in my practice but will mentor those interested in having a private practice upon full licensure as part of clinical supervision.

I only provide clinical supervision for supervisees who work with adults in individual or group counseling modalities (not children, adolescents, couples, or families).

Click here for more information

Clinical supervision includes 

24/7 coverage of the temporary license with my full license (i.e., whenever an LPC Intern is working as a counselor). In other words, I carry limited liability for the practice of LPC Interns that I supervise.

Therefore, I do require strict adherence to meeting weekly (I offer web-cam supervision as an option for weekly face-to-face meetings, although no more than half of all supervision meetings may be in this format).

I have authored a helpful one-page guide to finding a supervisor available at LPCReview.com.

For a summary of my theoretical lens of practice, please visit my Professional Philosophy page.

The monthly charge for my clinical supervision services is $300 per month.

As the leading experts in Child Sex Trafficking education in San Antonio, Ransomed Life provides both professional training and general awareness presentations for our community and surrounding areas.

With the launch of our NO CHILD SOLD Prevention Initiative, our Community Awareness Team is on a mission to reach as many adults and youth as possible! Through the power of education, we can help prevent further sexual exploitation of children/teens by creating a more watchful community.

The more people we teach about the risks and realities of minor sex trafficking, the more victims and potential victims, we can identify and protect.

Our focus is on educators, students, and parents, but our goal is to open the eyes of all adults to create a more vigilant city - full of child advocates who will take a stand with us against child sexual exploitation!

Ransomed Life now offers on-demand presentations that can be accessed via our website, in addition to in-person and virtual presentations.

To arrange for a speaker at your event, click here.

Please give two weeks' notice for scheduling purposes.

Preventing and intervening early are the best ways to decrease the incidence of domestic violence in our area.  The research tells us that some of the best strategies for prevention are:

• Teaching safe and healthy relationship skills
• Engaging influential adults and peers
• Creating protective environments
• Strengthening economic support for families

We partner with organizations, faith communities, and businesses committed to making our community safer by providing training and tools that equip them to engage in best practices. CEUs are available in certain circumstances.

Free