At Virginia Peninsula Community College, we believe that being a parent is a strength, not a barrier. The CAPS Program is committed to helping you balance your responsibilities, achieve your educational goals, and create new opportunities for yourself and your family. CAPS provides resources, encouragement, accountability, and meaningful connections to help you thrive both inside and outside the classroom.
How CAPS Supports You
The CAPS Program offers a variety of resources and opportunities designed to help parent students succeed. CAPS connects you with other student parents, build relationships, and hosts family-friendly events throughout the year. Activities vary by semester.
Lactation Rooms
Private lactation rooms are available to support nursing parents.
Additional locations may be available upon request.
CAPS Stipend Eligibility Requirements – To apply for the CAPS Stipend Program, students must complete the following steps:
1. Complete Financial Aid Requirements
- Submit either:
- The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), or
- A complete FANTIC application packet
2. Review Your Financial Aid Information to determine
- Expected Family Contribution (EFC)
- Financial Aid Award
3. Complete a Single Stop Screening – Single Stop Screening helps identify eligibility for state and community assistance programs. You may complete the screening in one of two ways:
- Complete an online self-screening through the Single Stop Screening Tool or
- Schedule an assisted screening by emailing singlestop@virginiapeninsula.edu
Students who have previously completed a Single Stop Screening are not required to complete another screening.
Additional Resources for Parents and Families
Child Care Resources – While Virginia Peninsula Community College does not provide on-campus childcare services, parents can locate childcare providers in their area through the https://www.childcare.virginia.gov.
Parenting and Family Support Programs –
- Child Development Resources | Changing the lives of babies, young children & their families.
- Fatherhood First – Guiding Dads, Growing Families
- Parents as Teachers