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.
Understanding Grief + Children’s Bereavement Center Tour
Friday, January 23rd
10:00 - 11:30 AM
IN PERSON TRAINING
Join Tami Logsdon, LPC-S, Grief Education Specialist with the Children’s Bereavement Center (CBCSTX), for a brief training on understanding childhood grief. Discover how CBCSTX partners with agencies like CASA to support children coping with loss from loss of life and even removal when entering care. Following the training we will conclude with a guided tour of the facilities!
At Risk Youth Agency Trafficking Awareness
Friday, January 30th
12:00 PM – 1:30 PM
VIRTUAL TRAINING
Join Brooke Bobo, Prevention Education Manager at Ransomed Life, as she discusses the risk factors that make youth more vulnerable to human trafficking. Come learn more about the different forms of trafficking and techniques used by traffickers.
Advocating for Children in Foster Care
Monday, February 9th
6:00 PM – 7:30 PM
VIRTUAL TRAINING
Join Rey Gutierrez, ASL teacher and soccer coach at Holmes High School in Bexar County, as he shares his personal experiences as a former foster youth. He will touch on the benefits of advocacy, the impact trauma-based experiences have on youth, and the importance of developing emotional intelligence and relationships for youth as they transition into adulthood.
Transitional Housing for Foster Youth Aging Out of Care
Friday, February 13th
11:00 AM – 12:30 PM
VIRTUAL TRAINING
Join Alina White, Extended Foster Care Program Lead, and Jim Currier, MSW, Youth Housing Specialist with DFPS, for a discussion on Transitional Housing for Older Youth. Learn more about the history of the program, the processes of eligibility for youth to gain and continue housing, as well as how CASA and DFPS (SSCC) work together to support the next steps for youth transitioning out of foster care.
Realms of Adverse Childhood Experiences
Friday, February 20th
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
VIRTUAL TRAINING
Join Felicia Avalos, Education Specialist with ChildSafe, as she discusses types of Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) and how Foster Care can have a direct impact. Come learn more about how Adverse Childhood Experiences can impact development, the importance of trauma-informed practices, and how to cultivate positive environments when a child does have a higher ACE score.
Teen Dating Violence & FVPS Shelter Tour
Wednesday, February 25th
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
IN PERSON TRAINING
Join Christina Campos, Director of Community Integrated Services at Family Violence Prevention Services, for an in person presentation on Teen Dating Violence and resources available to address it. She will cover common risk factors, share statistics from Bexar County, and offer guidance on supporting the youth in your lives. Following the presentation, there will be a tour of the shelter to learn more about the services FVPS provides. RSVP to secure your spot!
