Basic Literacy near
Take a book to read or leave one for someone else to find.
Free
Take a book to read or leave one for someone else to find.
Free
Take a book to read or leave one for someone else to find.
Free
Take a book to read or leave one for someone else to find.
Free
Have you ever read to a dog? Dogs like to be read to, even if they have their eyes closed. Research studies have shown that children whose reading scores lag behind their peers suffer from a fear of reading aloud in the classroom.
This program improves children’s reading and communicating skills by employing a powerful method: reading to a dog—but not any dog. Our dogs are registered therapy animals who volunteer with their owner/handlers as a team and go to schools and libraries as reading companions for children.
When a dog is listening, a child’s dread is replaced by eager anticipation and learning occurs. The handler is a skilled facilitator, shifting performance pressure away from the child and providing support.
When children read to dogs the experience is magical—there is no other way to describe it!
Notice
San Antonio Public Library locations have resumed normal service every day of the week.
- Contact-Free Pickup and free outdoor WiFi remain available.
- Click here for hours and other details.
- Free Wi-Fi is available outside of 28 of its 30 locations daily from 7:30 AM to 10:30 PM in an effort to serve those who do not have reliable broadband internet access at home. (The two exceptions are the Pruitt Branch Library and Briscoe Portal at the Briscoe Western Art Museum.)
- Texana/Genealogy services are still available only by phone, email, or through Ask MySAPL.
The Caroline B and John H Kampmann San Antonio Public Library Portal at the Briscoe Western Art Museum connects the community with history by telling stories of the past through digital and print content. Museum visitors can relax in a comfortable living room inspired space to browse iPads filled with historically rich material collected and prepared by the San Antonio Public Library.
We provide free Wi-Fi for personal devices; access to non-circulating books from SAPL's Texana Collection and other collections; iPad stations with free access to ebooks, databases, and other digital resources; assistance with research related to local and Western history and culture.
- Free Wi-Fi
- Free Computer Use
| Monday: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM |
| Tuesday: CLOSED |
| Wednesday: CLOSED |
| Thursday: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM |
| Friday: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM |
| Saturday: CLOSED |
| Sunday: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM |
Computer Technology – is offered to students in the after-school programs as both a skill and an instructional tool. Students develop a basic understanding of computer technology and the Internet, especially for research and report writing. The students also become familiar with standard office software, such as Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, building proficiency, which leads to job opportunities for at-risk youth in San Antonio.
Computer technology as an instructional tool is offered to students with a particular focus on developing and refining reading and math skills. Students can access various programs that develop and enhance their achievement in math and reading.
- Computer Skills Classes
- Free Computer Use
Notice
Registration is now open for summer camp!
Project Transformation operates eight-week summer day camps serving children grades 1-6 in two high-need neighborhoods in San Antonio and two in the Rio Grande Valley.
The focus is on improving literacy and social-emotional development. Each day, children read one-on-one with community volunteers and participate in activity-based literacy intervention. Children also participate in daily enrichment activities including recreational play and exercise, creative arts, and interaction with our young adult interns and community volunteers, who inspire and encourage children daily to make responsible, sound decisions.
Elementary students from low-income families.
MAUC will survey the target audience annually to provide services and educational classes as determined by the family needs. MAUC provides the following services:
- Parent Engagement. Prepares parents in understanding the school system and how they are able to advocate for their children and guide them through their school years all the way to receive a higher education in a college or university.
- G.E.D. Classes. The “General Equivalent Diploma” is for adults 18 years of age and older that have not completed high school. This program prepares the student to take the GED “State Assessment” to acquire an alternative diploma to improve employment possibilities.
- ESL Classes. “English as a Second Language” is a program that supports adult immigrants in learning English to improve their basic language skills and better opportunities for employment.
- Nutrition Education. Nutrition Education assists parent(s) to understand the connection of good nutrition and physical activity such as exercise to promote good eating habits and family wellness.
- Art for Adults. Free art classes for adults are offered to promote creativity and learn techniques in art acrylic painting on canvas.
- Art for Children. Free art classes for children 7-12 years of age are offered to promote creativity, imagination and learn techniques in drawing and painting. Students also work on creative seasonal activities throughout the year.
- Adult Literacy in Spanish. Centro de Estudios provides the opportunity for immigrant parent(s) from Mexico to continue their education in completing their “Primaria” and “Secundaria “so they may receive a “certificate of completion”. The ultimate goal is to assist (parent)s in entering a “G.E.D.” program that is offered in English or Spanish and to continue the parent(s) education in reading, writing and the ability to speak in English.
Free
| 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 |
Our education program provides ongoing impact to families through classes, training, and support in the following forms:
- parenting support groups and classes
- home-visits
- tutoring
- GED
- computer and financial literacy
- Art and design
- reading & writing
- we provide mentorship
Target Population: Low-income children ages 0-17 and adults 18 years of age and over.
- Computer Skills Classes
- Free Computer Use
by San Antonio Independent School District (SAISD)
The SAISD Community Education program identifies, assesses and promotes the learning needs and interests of the community by building relationships with families and local community businesses. The goal is to create partnerships with families and community members that will increase participation in family enrichment activities.
The program is designed to raise student academic performance, attendance, and retention which strengthen the community and increase opportunities of an improved quality of life. In collaboration with over 45 community partners, SAISD offers free community education classes in the following strands:
- Family Literacy
- Healthy and Active Lives
- Financial Literacy
- Digital Literacy
- College & Career Exploration to include TSI Prep
- Community Enrichment and Leadership
Community member attendance in these classes enhance and upgrade employment skills and provide exposure to resources and support from the community that markedly increase participant self-confidence and advance their education, which allow them to assist their children academically and be a role model for family and friends.
Click here for more information or call us at 210-554-2453.
Free
- Computer Skills Classes
Take a book to read or leave one for someone else to find.
Free
Take a book to read or leave one for someone else to find.
Free
Take a book to read or leave one for someone else to find.
Free
Take a book to read or leave one for someone else to find.
Free
Take a book to read or leave one for someone else to find.
Free
Take a book to read or leave one for someone else to find.
Free
Take a book to read or leave one for someone else to find.
Free
Share your love of reading with a child one hour per week.
Participating Elementary schools in:
- Alamo Heights
- Edgewood ISD
- Northside ISD
- San Antonio ISD
- SST Discovery School
Must attend tutor training sessions.
Take a book to read or leave one for someone else to find.
Free
Take a book to read or leave one for someone else to find.
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Take a book to read or leave one for someone else to find.
Free
Academic Aides help our members log on, communicate with their teachers, keep up with their schedules, finish their assignments,. and encourage them as they spend their day in front of a screen.
During breaks, staff members conduct games and activities to keep kids moving and energized.
Members bring:
- Their own technology (Chromebook, iPad, or another device)
- Online class schedule
- Log-in info
In partnership with the San Antonio Food Bank, lunch, snack, and supper are provided.
Staff members ensure that these COVID safety protocols are followed:
- Group sizes are small
- Social distancing is observed
- Masks are mandatory
- Frequent handwashing
- Frequent disinfecting of areas
Call for more information on how to register your child for Boys and Girls Clubs of San Antonio Full Day Programming.
1st-grade through 12th-grade students.
$20 per month per child.
| Monday: 7:30 AM - 5:30 PM - See Below |
| Tuesday: 7:30 AM - 5:30 PM - See Below |
| Wednesday: 7:30 AM - 5:30 PM - See Below |
| Thursday: 7:30 AM - 5:30 PM - See Below |
| Friday: 7:30 AM - 5:30 PM - See Below |
| Saturday: CLOSED |
| Sunday: CLOSED |
Take a book to read or leave one for someone else to find.
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Take a book to read or leave one for someone else to find.
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Take a book to read or leave one for someone else to find.
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