July Staff Recognition
Monthly Highlights of our CASA Community
Every month we recognize a few of our staff members for different achievements and milestones they've reached. This month we highlighted three individuals and invite you to read below to get to know them.
Sarah Guerra
Advocate Supervisor
How long have you been with CASA?
I've been with CASA since June 2019.
Fun Fact:
I've skydived three times.
Sarah is recognized this month for opening the most kids during the month of June! Sarah worked tirelessly to help ensure that CASA closed out the year surpassing our fiscal year goal of 1875 children in need. Thank you Sarah!
Dennis Ramsey
Advocate Supervisor
How long have you been with CASA?
I have been with CASA since 2002.
Fun Fact:
I enjoy facilitating New Volunteer training with Sarah Guerra, and preaching every Sunday on Zoom.
Dennis is recognized this month for having done a phenomenal job with applicant interviews! He is very respectful, thoughtful and compassionate. Dennis is very detailed and organized with his documents and notes, which is a huge help to the R/T department! Thank you Dennis!
Jose Guevara
Recruitment Coordinator
How long have you been with CASA?
I have been with CASA for 4 years.
Fun Fact:
I've been involved with nonprofits from the age of 14, working at a grassroots nonprofit organization run by my best friend's mother. CASA's message means a lot to me as we have adopted in my family. Also, I'm a pretty big movie buff going down different wormholes of genres and timeframes in film.
Jose is recognized this month for going above and beyond to ensure out of state background checks for new volunteers were finalized before end of year! He successfully managed a heavy workload while traveling to and from the office to retrieve BC results. Thank you Jose!
During their TMC case, Nanette was assigned to two young ladies who shared a deep and loving bond with their toddler brother, who had been removed under a separate case. Recognizing that these young ladies had taken on caretaker roles for their brother, Nan wanted their visits to be safe, joyful, and centered around sibling connection rather than responsibility. Understanding the importance of preserving this relationship, Nan amplified the girls’ voices and advocated for consistent, meaningful visits while separate permanency options were being explored. She collaborated closely with the younger brother’s adoptive placement, the girls’ group home, and later their foster placement to create opportunities for the siblings to spend quality time together. When Nan was later assigned to the younger brother’s case during PMC, she was finally able to personally ensure that all three children shared visits outside of the CPS office—providing natural, family-centered experiences that strengthened their bond. Despite the children being on different permanency tracks, living in three separate placements, and facing numerous setbacks, Nan’s commitment to maintaining their connection never wavered. Eventually, the youngest child was adopted. Thanks to the strong, trusting relationship Nan had built with his adoptive family, she was able to continue arranging sibling visits even after his adoption was finalized. Nan coordinated fun, family-oriented outings where the children could enjoy time together and simply be siblings. Soon after, the middle child was also adopted. Nan ensured that all siblings were present to celebrate these important milestones in each other’s lives. She continues to organize opportunities for the siblings to connect and advocates for the oldest youth, who plans to transition out of foster care when they are older. Nan’s focus has always been on the well-being of the children. Despite challenges and complex case dynamics, she remained steadfast in ensuring that the children’s needs and wishes guided every decision. Her dedication to preserving the sibling bond demonstrates her deep understanding of how essential family connection is to achieve true permanency and emotional stability.
Natalie Rodriguez
