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.
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.
SACRD Resource Organization
Friday, June 5th
10:00 - 11:00 AM
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.
Opioid/Fentanyl Awareness & Overdose Reversal
Thursday, June 11th
6:00 - 7:30 PM
VIRTUAL TRAINING
Join Boyd Baxter, the Bexar County Opioid Prevention Coordinator with the San Antonio Council on Alcohol and Drug Awareness, as he explores Fentanyl Awareness and Opioid Overdose Reversal. Learn more about various types of opioids, recent data on local overdoses, the signs and stigma associated with addiction, and how the effects can be reversed from an overdose. We will wrap up with a brief overview of Narcan and how it is administered.
Haven for Hope Tour
Friday, June 26th
10:00 - 11:30 AM
IN-PERSON TRAINING
Ashley Miller, Senior Manager of Youth and Family Enrichment, will lead CASA on a tour of the Haven for Hope campus and discuss the agency's programs that support children & families. This includes the unsheltered placement program, incarceration and homeless outreach, transition services, and much more! Register now to learn more about San Antonio’s unhouse population & how CASA advocates can support in the Have for Hope mission. RSVP Required.
San Antonio Threads Tour
Monday, June 29th
9:30 - 11:00 AM
IN-PERSON TRAINING
Cathy Hamilton, CEO and Founder will lead a tour of the SA Threads new location and will discuss the agency's programs that support children & teens. These include clothing drives, donations, and much more! Register now to learn more about how the value of quality clothing can impact a child’s outlook of themselves. RSVP Required.
LearnUpon Refresher
Tuesday, July 7th
6:00 - 7:00 PM
VIRTUAL TRAINING
Join Megan Garcia, Continuing Education Coordinator at CASA, for a training session designed to help you make the most of LearnUpon. Discover available courses/advocate tips, learn how to register, and better utilize the platform. Please ensure your LearnUpon account is active so you can follow along. This is a great opportunity to ask questions, share ideas, and explore everything LearnUpon has to offer!
College Docket
Wednesday, July 15th
12:00 - 1:00 PM
VIRTUAL TRAINING
Join Sam Barton, Transitional Youth Program & Policy Supervisor with CASA, as she trains on the College Docket program. Join us to learn more about the benefits of college docket for teens experiencing foster care and the importance of higher education! Learn about the program benefits to youth, collaboration with all parties involved, and how to be more involved in educational advocacy for your CASA kiddos!
Social Media 101
Thursday, July 23rd
12:00 - 1:00 PM
VIRTUAL TRAINING
Join Jose Guevara, Training Manager with CASA, as he provides an overview of today’s most commonly used social media platforms. He will discuss the differences between these platforms, what to monitor for, and offer guidance on how to encourage youth to use them responsibly. Additionally, he will review CASA’s social media policy and explain how it relates to your advocacy efforts.
Clarity Campus Tour
Friday, July 31st
9:00 - 10:30 AM
IN-PERSON TRAINING
Priscilla Sanchez-Silva, Manager of Community Initiatives and Operations at Clarity Child Guidance Center, will be leading a tour of the Clarity Campus. The tour will include a visit to their Pediatric Psychiatric ICU Unit, as well as review their inpatient, outpatient, and overall services for children, ages 3-17. RSVP Required.
