Parents of Current CIA Texas Students
Greetings Parents and Families!
The support of your student’s journey is an essential ingredient for success. As we tell the students often, your mise en place, a French term meaning everything in its place, in the kitchens and classrooms (their workspace), residence halls (their living space) and self-care (their space) is paramount to their independent thinking and creative development. As parents, family, and friends you will contribute to your student’s college journey, and we want to be sure that you do not miss opportunities to assist your student. Knowing important dates and communications will help you to stay connected to your student and to CIA. Our hope is this will serve as your journey’s mise en place.
Academic Calendar
- At CIA, our academic calendar is structured into three semesters: Fall, Spring, and Summer, each accompanied by dedicated intersession periods. These intersessions offer students valuable opportunities to rejuvenate and prepare for the upcoming semester. Learn more about the academic calendar.
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CIA Student Conduct
- To learn more about the academic rules and regulations or student affairs policies visit out .
Privacy of Student Records
- The Culinary Institute of America takes seriously the confidentiality of personally identifiable information (PII) of all our constituents including students, faculty, staff, parents, alumni, visitors, vendors, and more.
The privacy of student records is protected by the federal Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA). This means CIA is prohibited from providing information from a student’s Education Record without the student’s written consent unless such disclosure is permitted under FERPA—most commonly directory information.
Students have been informed, and are reminded annually, that only they can grant parents and others access to their CIA records. Feel free with your student to grant us permission. Review CIA’s full FERPA Policy (PDF) for more details.
Frequently Asked Questions
Center for Career and Academic Advising
Does my student have an academic advisor?
Are there international externship sites?
How do students find CIA-approved externship and internship sites?
Disability Support
Is there an Office of Disability Services?
What are the library and tutoring center resources available to my student?
The Library Learning Commons is the Hub of academic support on all three campuses. The Library Learning Commons space offers:
- Individual and group study areas
- Tutoring and mentoring services
- Kitchen space to practice knife cuts and piping skills
- Disability services
- Learning, studying, test prep, and time management strategies
- Library research assistance
- Workshops
Student Counseling and Psychological Services
Resources for Parents
Supporting Your Student and Yourself
The nationally recognized Mental Health Unit works with local authorities and the San Antonio Fire Department to help residents engage relevant mental health support and services.
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Student Health Services
Is student health insurance required?
What if my student requires more comprehensive medical care?
Who is available for medical assistance after hours?
Students should call 911.
Where can my student get a prescription filled?
Students should contact their preferred and selected pharmacy. There are multiple options available within San Antonio metropolitan area.
Important Upcoming Dates
Reminders and Important Ways You Can Help
Every new student has an online orientation scheduled for their first semester. The online orientation covers topics such as digital literacy, how to register for classes, important college policies, how to navigate Moodle (course learning system), student code of conduct, food safety, and much more. Students will receive a certificate upon completion of the modules. This is an excellent opportunity for students as they transition to college and CIA.
Remind your student to sign up for Everbridge our CIA Emergency Notification System. For more information, visit .
Fun Facts
- At CIA, our academic calendar includes scheduled breaks for Spring, Summer, and Winter Intersessions. These intervals provide an ideal opportunity for students to unwind and rejuvenate before commencing the upcoming semester.
- We can’t wait to welcome your student to the —the food world’s most important and influential community. The industry needs your student now more than ever, and we know they will heed its call.
Important Contact Information
- Pearl Courtesy Patrols: 210-236-4215
- [email protected]