Upcoming CASA Training Sessions
Advocates are required to have 12 hours of training during each fiscal year. If you are interested in attending any of the following classes, "Click to RSVP" below.
These classes are available for sworn-in advocates, staff, and Board Members.
PMC Working with Older Youth
Thursday, March 26th
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
VIRTUAL TRAINING
Join Sam Barton, MPA, Transitional Youth Program & Policy Supervisor, and Ashley Stutes, PMC Advocate Supervisor, as they discuss how to best advocate for children in care who are in Permanent Managing Conservatorship. They will discuss the hurdles to finding permanent placement, resources, and how to remain a consistent support during the process of transitioning to PMC status.
Importance of Male Advocacy
Thursday, April 9th
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
VIRTUAL TRAINING
Join Javier DeHoyos, Director of Parenting Education from The Children’s Shelter to discuss the importance of male advocacy. Javier will go into depth regarding his personal experience leading the Compadre y Compadre Program and how that has provided him the chance to empower male caregivers in their roles as fathers, providers, and teachers.
ECI Behavior vs. Sensory
Wednesday, April 15th
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
VIRTUAL TRAINING
Join Melissa Davis, ECI Training Coordinator with Brighton Center as she discusses differences in behavior vs sensory in infants ages 0-3. She will review how to identify key distinctions between behavioral outbursts vs sensory, as well as the signs when it may be appropriate to refer a child for special needs services.
Child Abuse Prevention Awareness
Friday, April 17th
12:00 PM – 2:00 PM
VIRTUAL TRAINING
Dr.Parmar, Child Pediatrician fellow with the Center for Miracles wil be discussing how child abuse may present to individuals working with children in San Antonio. He will compare statistics from our region to national figures. Attendees will gain a better understanding of the basic indicators of physical abuse and neglect, risk factors associated with child physical abuse, and the effects of these issues on children and families. Disclaimer: Graphic images.
Judges Panel
Thursday, April 23rd
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
VIRTUAL TRAINING
Raven Ramirez, CASA Supervisor will be moderating a panel featuring our Children’s Court Judges: Hon. Charles Montemayor, Hon. Kimberly Burley, and Hon. Raul Perales. Hear their perspectives on the importance of family preservation, connection, and consistency for youth experiencing foster care. Join us to learn about how CASA advocates are making a difference in the lives of the children that we serve from the judges perspective!
Continuing Education Summit
Saturday, May 2nd
8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
IN-PERSON TRAINING
Join us for our annual CASA CE Summit, a one-day, in-person event you won’t want to miss! Strengthen your advocacy toolkit, gain knowledge about Child PTSD and stress, and hear firsthand stories from former foster youth in our “those who have walked the path” panel. Be inspired, get informed, and connect with fellow advocates & community partners.
RSVP Required!
50 Free Summer Activities
Wednesday, May 6th
12:00 PM – 2:00 PM
VIRTUAL TRAINING
School is almost out - time for summer activities! Join Megan Garcia, CE Coordinator and Stephanie Houck, Staff Advocate with CASA to learn about 50 exciting and free summer activities for you and your CASA kiddos. From outdoor adventures, creative arts & crafts, and story time, there is something for every child to enjoy this summer!
Creating Normalcy for Children in Foster Care
Monday, May 11th
6:30 PM - 8:00 PM
VIRTUAL TRAINING
Join Stan Waddell, LPCS, with Centene Corporation for a discussion on Creating Normalcy for Children in Care. Discover what normalcy looks like in child welfare such as consistent relationships, decision making power, and how these factors help children identify as individuals & not a label. He will also discuss barriers to achieving normalcy such as placement moves, changes in the welfare system, and the overall stigma of foster care.
