Single Parents

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Find your community and support at College of Western Idaho's Center for New Directions single parent support network. We are here to help you thrive in college and beyond, offering a welcoming space where you can find support, inclusion, and resources tailored to your journey.

Who We Help

This program is designed for Career and Technical Education students who are:

  • Single parents with primary financial and custodial responsibility (50% or more) for dependent children.
  • Single pregnant women.
  • Individuals re-entering the workforce after time spent caring for a household, looking to upgrade skills or change careers.

What We Do

Through events, one-on-one support, and community connections, we help you:

  • Build confidence and a sense of empowerment.
  • Strengthen your ability to self-advocate.
  • Reach your personal, academic, and career goals.

Join us and connect with others who understand your journey — you don’t have to do college alone.

Single Parent Support Request

Questions?

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Sarah Garrick
Coordinator, Center for New Directions
Work-Based Learning Center
208.562.2150
sarahgarrick@cwi.edu
Academic Building
Nampa Campus Academic Building
107W
https://letsmeet.cwi.edu/sarah-garrick