Tuesday, April 23

Grief Awareness

6:00 PM - 8:00 PM

IN-PERSON TRAINING

Higinia Paskowski, Grief Recovery Specialist and the Founder of Inside Out Integrative Health, will address the root causes of grief awareness and self-care, explore a deeper understanding of compassion-centered communication, which can be a crucial tool when working with children who have experienced grief.

Wednesday, April 24

Judges Panel

11:30 AM - 1:00 PM

VITUAL TRAINING

Angela White, CASA CEO, will be moderating a panel of our children’s court judges: Hon. Charles Montemayor, Hon. Kimberly Burley, & Hon. Raul Perales. Join us to hear from their perspectives the importance of family preservation, connection, and consistency for children and youth experiencing foster care. They will also discuss and emphasize the level of impact CASA Advocate’s collaboration has on the diverse cases they oversee.

Wednesday, May 8

Fentanyl Risks in Youth 

12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

IN-PERSON TRAINING

Adorne Andoh, Prevention Specialist with the San Antonio Council on Alcohol & Drug Awareness (SACADA), will be leading a discussion on the risks associated with the drug rising in use, known as Fentanyl. This session will cover the basics of Fentanyl’s effects, dangers of opioid use, signs of overdose, and the range of services offered by SACADA to children & youth. Join us to learn more about this growing epidemic.

Tuesday, May 14

Identifying & Connecting: Permanency for Older Youth 

12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

VITUAL TRAINING

Join Ashley Stutes, PMC Advocate Supervisor & Specialist Request Supervisor, and Sam Barton, College Docket Supervisor, with CASA, as they delve into a discussion on the importance of permanency goals. They will explore with Advocates the different paths youth may experience, such as extended care, aging out, or adoption. Lastly, they will discuss the college docket, how it can be instrumental in the success of youth transitioning into adulthood, and the different collaborative tools available for youth.

Thursday, May 16

Courthouse Tour

11:00 AM - 1:00 PM

IN-PERSON TOUR

The Bexar County Children's Court and CASA staff are thrilled to invite you to a tour of the Bexar County District Court building. This is an excellent opportunity to view the facility in person and learn more about courtroom layout & the protected area designated for children. Bexar County Court staff will explain the processes of hearings and address the importance of factors impacting cases such as documentation, family preservation, and permanency for the children CASA serves. Please RSVP in advance, and details will be shared upon your registration.

Tuesday, May 28

50 Free Summer Activities 

6:00 PM - 7:30 PM

VITUAL TRAINING

Are you looking for fun and free summer activities to enjoy with your CASA children? Look no further! Join CASA's Continuing Education Coordinator, Megan Garcia, and Community Resource Specialist, Jo Gray, as they discuss 50 exciting summer activities that you can partake in. From exciting outdoor adventures to engaging arts and crafts, we've got everything you need to create lasting memories this summer with your CASA children!