CASA of the Pikes Peak Region - Court Appointed Special Advocates

All Advocate Gathering
2023-11-02 17:00 - 19:00 (America/Denver)
When: Thursday, November 2nd from 5-7pm
Where: CASA Training Room
Please enter and exit through The Hanger door
RSVP to: BrittanyS@casappr.org by October 30th
Please join the D&N Team for an All-Advocate Gathering (Advocates, LLL Specialists, and Peer Coordinators) as we host you all to share best practices and how we can support each other in this work. We will be hosting a brief “open mic” session to share a success you have had in the last year. Dinner will be provided to show just how thankful we are to have you (gobble gobble!).

Teen Social Media Safety (AKA Teens and Tech)
2023-10-26 18:00 - 19:30
October 26, 2023 6-7:30 pm
CASA Training Room
Technology, social media, and smart phones — these have all exponentially became more and more of our everyday life. At this insane rate and change it can make parenting, mentoring, and advocating a little challenging. How do we know what’s healthy and unhealthy for our students? What do we need to be aware of? We will learn ways to notice and have conversations with our students to build responsible digital citizens.
In the CASA Training Room. RSVP to Lisap@casappr.org

Parry's Pizza "Start With One" event for CASA
2023-10-26 16:00 - 20:00
What’s for dinner on the 26th of the month?
On the 26th of each month, all three Parry’s Pizzeria and Taphouse locations in Colorado Springs will give back a portion of their sales to CASA! All you have to do is say you are there for CASA when you order in or take out! Find a location here! If you’re interested in representing CASA at a Parry’s location, we need a volunteer for each location on the 26th of each month. Reach out to Elizabeth if you are interested!

Jersey Mike's Free Subs for CASA Donors
2023-10-23 08:00 - 2023-10-29 17:00
Get a free sub through this Jersey Mike’s “Start With One” event!
The Jersey Mike’s at Citadel Crossing (737 N. Academy Blvd.) is giving back to CASA Oct. 23-29! With the CASA coupon, you can get a FREE regular sub when you donate at least $2 to CASA at the restaurant. Download your coupon here. It is ONLY valid at this specific location and on these specific dates. Printed coupons will also be available in the CASA office this week. Yum! Eat up for a good cause!

Volunteer Information Session
2023-10-11 12:00 - 13:00
CASA is seeking more volunteers to advocate for our community’s most vulnerable children.
Please join us for a Volunteer Information Session to learn what it means to be a Court Appointed Special Advocate (CASA) volunteer for an abused or neglected child right here in the Pikes Peak Region.
During the information session, you’ll hear about the experiences of CASA volunteers, find our what they do and how they make a difference, and you will have the opportunity to ask lots of questions.
If you’d like to get a head start, go ahead and check out this webpage to learn a little about the program before our event!
This info session will be held in person at the CASA office at 418 South Weber Street. Because food will be served, an RSVP is required in order to attend. Please RSVP with the form below.

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InstagramThis field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged.Your Name*What county in Colorado do you live in?El PasoTellerOtherWhich Orientation do you want to attend?*CHOOSE ONE OF THESEOrientation at CASA on August 5Teller County Lunch & Learn on August 12Virtual Orientation on August 15Virutal Orientation on August 18Orientation at CASA on August 27Orientation at CASA on September 1Coffee with CASA in Northgate on September 9Virtual Orientation on September 12Orientation at CASA on September 16Virtual Orientation on September 28Orientation at CASA on October 1Virtual Orientation on October 10Orientation at CASA on October 13Virtual Orientation on October 22Please list names of any guests who will attend with you.Your Email*

Phone NumberHelp us find more people like YOU.*How did you hear about CASA before signing up for this Volunteer Orientation?

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I got an email from someone who works at CASA.

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A friend referred me to CASA.

I was previously a CASA and am ready to come back.

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Volunteer Information Session
2023-09-20 12:00 - 13:00 | CASA of the Pikes Peak Region, 418 South Weber St., Colorado Springs, CO, 80903, United States
CASA is seeking more volunteers to advocate for our community’s most vulnerable children.
Please join us for a Volunteer Information Session to learn what it means to be a Court Appointed Special Advocate (CASA) volunteer for an abused or neglected child right here in the Pikes Peak Region.
During the information session, you’ll hear about the experiences of CASA volunteers, find our what they do and how they make a difference, and you will have the opportunity to ask lots of questions.
If you’d like to get a head start, go ahead and check out this webpage to learn a little about the program before our event!
This info session will be held in person at the CASA office at 418 South Weber Street. Because food will be served, an RSVP is required in order to attend. Please RSVP with the form below.

RSVP to Volunteer Orientation
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FacebookThis field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged.Your Name*What county in Colorado do you live in?El PasoTellerOtherWhich Orientation do you want to attend?*CHOOSE ONE OF THESEOrientation at CASA on August 5Teller County Lunch & Learn on August 12Virtual Orientation on August 15Virutal Orientation on August 18Orientation at CASA on August 27Orientation at CASA on September 1Coffee with CASA in Northgate on September 9Virtual Orientation on September 12Orientation at CASA on September 16Virtual Orientation on September 28Orientation at CASA on October 1Virtual Orientation on October 10Orientation at CASA on October 13Virtual Orientation on October 22Please list names of any guests who will attend with you.Your Email*

Phone NumberHelp us find more people like YOU.*How did you hear about CASA before signing up for this Volunteer Orientation?

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I was watching TV (the old school way) and saw CASA on the news.

I got an email from someone who works at CASA.

I got a postcard in the mail.

A friend referred me to CASA.

I was previously a CASA and am ready to come back.

I heard about CASA in a networking group or at an event.

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Stir Coffee & Cocktails 6th Anniversary benefiting CASA
2023-08-20 09:00 - 17:00
Stir Coffee and Cocktails is celebrating their 6th anniversary.
Bon Center 2330 North Wahsatch Ave.
Colorado Springs, CO 80907
Yard Games
Best Car Show in the Old North End
Silent Auction to raise money for CASA Pikes Peak Region
Food and Drinks

Trusted Adults - LGBTQIA2+
2023-08-15 14:30 - 16:00
Trusted Adults -LBGTQIA2+ Presented by Inside Out Youth Services
Join us in the CASA Training Room for this informative training on conversations to support LBGTQIA2+ young people.
RSVP to Kristeen O’Donnell kristeeno@casappr.org
**Please enter and exit through the front door**

Court Report Writing
2023-08-10 17:00 - 19:30
Thursday August 10, 2023
Time: 5:00 PM – 7:30 PM
Sponsors: Jillian Wiker and Tara Loo
Description: Writing your court report can be a stressful part of the advocacy role. We will go through each section of the report and go over common mistakes made during the writing process. We will go over strategies to keep bias out of your writing and give ideas of how to properly get your points across to best serve the child/ren.
RSVP to Lisa Pecoraro at lisap@casappr.org
***PLEASE ENTER THROUGH THE HANGER DOOR​​​​​***DO NOT FORGET TO LOG TRAINING HOURS INTO OPTIMA***

Annual CASA Volunteer Appreciation Event
2023-08-07 17:30 - 19:30
We are so incredibly grateful for the wonderful work our volunteers do in this community. You are on the front line, delivering on our mission, with commitment and determination, each and every day! Come join us on Monday, 08/07/2023, as we celebrate YOU!
Based on the feedback we received from the Volunteer Survey this Spring, we have crafted this event around your responses:

Instead of hosting two large volunteer events, we are going to focus on one each year. This is the one to come to! We hope to see you there!
We have selected an upscale, beautiful venue that we hope communicates how much we value our volunteers.
We will be serving heavy appetizers, and a cash bar will be available.
We will enjoy a presentation that includes Executive Director Angela Rose, CASA staff members, your fellow volunteers, and one of our Judges.
You are welcome to bring a “plus one!” (Adult guests only, please.)

This event is for volunteers in every CASA program: Dependency & Neglect, Supervised Exchange & Parenting Time, Life Long Links, The Hanger, Milton Foster Children’s Fund, Children & Families in Transition, and office volunteers.
DATE: Monday, 08/07/2023
TIME: 5:30pm – 7:30pm
LOCATION: The Pinery at the Hill (775 W Bijou St., Colorado Springs, CO, 80905)
RSVP: By Thursday, 07/27/2023 to Crystal Klausmeier crystalk@casappr.org

Teen Back-to-School Party
2023-07-29 12:00 - 15:00
Saturday, July 29, 12-3pm at The Hanger
Teens can pick out new backpacks, school supplies, clothes, shoes, and more for the school year, enjoy treats, and learn about local resources. The Hanger only carries cloths and accessories in adult sizes and is open to teens with an open D&N case in El Paso or Teller Counties.

Shop Back-to-School in the Kid's Closet!
2023-07-24 08:00 - 2023-07-28 17:00
CASAs can pick out new backpacks, school supplies, and clothes for the youth on their case. Please come prepared with the youth’s school supply list, sizes, and favorite colors/interests. The Kid’s Closet only carries youth sizes and CASAs are the only shoppers allowed.
July 24th-July 28th from 8-5 each day.

Trauma Informed Care and Cultural Sensitivity Training
2023-07-19 13:00 - 14:30
Presented by Kingdom Builders Family Center
Join us in the CASA Training Room for this informative training on handling domestic violence situations with trauma informed approaches and cultural sensitivity.
RSVP to Kristeen O’Donnell kristeeno@casappr.org
**Please enter and exit through the front door**

Helping Children Thrive
2023-07-08 08:30 - 11:30
Saturday July 8, 2023 @ 8:30 am – 11:30 am
8:30 am – 11:30 am
CASA Training Room
Sponsor: Lisa Pecoraro
Presenter: Robert (Bob) Sallee
Research-based findings on strategies and resources for CASA volunteers, staff, Board members, and others seeking tools to help children reach their full potential. Three hours.
This class examines what children need to reach their potential from three perspectives: their interests and how these are nurtured (Sparks); assets to draw upon as they grow (Developmental Assets); and how children experience unconditional love (The Five Love Languages of Children). We’ll look at research findings from studies of three million kids, draw from writings of child/family psychology professionals, and share relevant life experiences. We’ll also look at Matthew Kelly’s writings on “becoming the best version of yourself” and Zimmy Zimberg’s “All Kids Need – A to Z.”
This class will provide insights and resources for anyone wanting to help children thrive, regardless of age, whether they are struggling or doing okay. Findings are presented with handouts that can be referred to and shared.
Bob has several years of experience with CASA of the Pikes Peak Region as a D&N court appointed special advocate (CASA) for children in out-of-home placement due to abuse or neglect, and as a peer coordinator for other CASA volunteers. He and his wife were foster parents for a niece with juvenile diabetes through the Interstate Compact for the Placement of Children. Bob is currently a team member with Fostering Hope

Human Trafficking 201 for CASAs
2023-06-28 11:30 - 13:00
Date & Time June 28, 2023 11:30 AM to 1:00 PM Mountain Time
Description: The purpose of the 201 session is to give CASAs an opportunity to go beyond definition and dive into the crime of human trafficking on a more personal level. The 201 will explore pushes and pulls from an individual standpoint, and community standpoint, and a societal standpoint. The 201 will begin to explore the power and control dynamics of a human trafficking situation as well as the definition and complications of trauma bonds. It incorporates pieces from iEmpathize, and introduces empathy as path away from human trafficking.
June 28: Human Trafficking 201 for CASAs (11:30am, virtual) Register here.

Diversity University
2023-06-26 08:00 - 2023-06-30 17:00
Diversity University Registration for the 2023 Session is now open!
June 26 – June 30, 2023
The purpose of Diversity University is to improve the ability of professionals and the community to respond to the needs of a culturally diverse population. Diversity University is designed to help individuals examine their biases and leverage their power to address the issues that confront our society.
Program Dates: June 26 – June 30, 2023
Register Here: https://form.jotform.com/223485480917060

Human Trafficking 101 for CASAs
2023-06-14 11:30 - 13:00
Date & Time June 14, 2023 11:30 AM to 1:00 PM Mountain Time
Description: The purpose of the 101 session is to give CASAs an overview of human trafficking and how it intersects with their work as CASAs. The curriculum will go over the definition of human trafficking and the laws that govern human trafficking as well as the intersection with child welfare. CASAs will learn an overview of this form of abuse and how it shows up in Colorado (including rural and urban settings). CASAs will get a general understanding of the child welfare response to this crime and protocol and response recommendations.
June 14: Human Trafficking 101 for CASAs (11:30am, virtual) Register here.

Understanding Substance Use Disorder and Addiction
2023-06-07 17:30 - 19:00
June 7 @ 5:30 pm – 7:00 pm
Wednesday June 07, 2023
5:30 PM -7:00 PM
CASA Training Room
Sponsor: Terry Dickman
Presenter: Alan Cook
Description: Substance abuse knows no age, gender, regional or income bounds, and addiction is not a character flaw. Alan Cook is a community professional in the field, and has been a favorite, engaging, and annual presenter at CASA on this topic.
RSVP to Lisa Pecoraro at lisap@casappr.org
***PLEASE ENTER THROUGH THE HANGER DOOR​​​​​***DO NOT FORGET TO LOG TRAINING HOURS INTO OPT

Teller County Volunteer Information Session
2023-05-24 18:00 - 19:30 | Peak BBQ, 1139 US-24, Woodland Park, 80863
Join CASA at Peak BBQ in Woodland Park on May 24th from 6-7:30 to learn about how YOU can get involved as a Supervised Exchange & Parenting Time (SEPT) volunteer in Teller County.
The event will be held in the bar room and every participant will receive a drink coupon which can be redeemed for a beer, wine, or soft drink. Food will also be available for purchase at your expense.
Learn more about the role of the SEPT volunteer here. This information hour will also cover other volunteer opportunities available in Teller County.
Please RSVP using the form below.

RSVP to Volunteer Orientation
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EmailThis field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged.Your Name*What county in Colorado do you live in?El PasoTellerOtherWhich Orientation do you want to attend?*CHOOSE ONE OF THESEOrientation at CASA on August 5Teller County Lunch & Learn on August 12Virtual Orientation on August 15Virutal Orientation on August 18Orientation at CASA on August 27Orientation at CASA on September 1Coffee with CASA in Northgate on September 9Virtual Orientation on September 12Orientation at CASA on September 16Virtual Orientation on September 28Orientation at CASA on October 1Virtual Orientation on October 10Orientation at CASA on October 13Virtual Orientation on October 22Please list names of any guests who will attend with you.Your Email*

Phone NumberHelp us find more people like YOU.*How did you hear about CASA before signing up for this Volunteer Orientation?

I "googled" CASA and eventually found the CASA of the Pikes Peak Region website.

I heard about CASA while listening to a podcast

A spot ran while I was listening to my music on Spotify, Apple Music, or another streaming service.

I saw a CASA video or a CASA ad pop up on the screen while I was online.

CASA content appeared in my social media feeds.

I heard about CASA on KRCC, NPR, or Colorado Public Radio

I heard a CASA ad on KCME (classical music radio)

I was watching TV (the old school way) and saw CASA on the news.

I got an email from someone who works at CASA.

I got a postcard in the mail.

A friend referred me to CASA.

I was previously a CASA and am ready to come back.

I heard about CASA in a networking group or at an event.

The volunteer opportunity came up on Idealist.

CASA was in a printed magazine or newspaper I was reading.

Submit RSVP

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DEI Training LGBTQ+ Youth in Care
2023-05-18 12:00 - 13:30
Thursday May 18, 2023
Time 12:00 PM – 1:30 PM
Sponsor: Michael Maestas
Guest Speaker: Theo Isoz; they, them, theirs; CoSHI Training Specialist
Description: Colorado Institute for Sexual Health will be facilitating a training and discussion regarding LGBTQ+ in Care. Topics will be:
Intro to the difference between gender and sexuality
Responding to correction when we get things wrong / effectively challenging microaggressions
Gender-affirming care towards congruence (how some will choose to bring their social/medical experiences into alignment with their gender identity)
Rights and best practices for supporting gender-expansive youth involved in state systems

RSVP to Lisa Pecoraro at lisap@casappr.org
***PLEASE ENTER THROUGH THE HANGER DOOR​​​​​***DO NOT FORGET TO LOG TRAINING HOURS INTO OPTIMA***

Infant Mental Health
2023-05-17 17:00 - 18:30
Infant Mental Health
Wednesday May 17, 2023
Time 5:00 PM – 6:30 PM VIRTUAL. Link here: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZYqdO-hrzMuE9foGi3OEASHWguBM_yqC02S
Sponsor: Jackie De’Anda
Presenter: Michelle Roy, PhD
Description: This training provides an overview of infant and early childhood mental health, the importance of relationships during the child’s early life-stages, the impacts of trauma on development, and discusses how CASA advocates support and advocate mental health through the infant and early childhood stages.
RSVP to Lisa Pecoraro at lisap@casappr.org
​​​​​***DO NOT FORGET TO LOG TRAINING HOURS INTO OPTIMA***

Young Adult Job Fair
2023-05-10 12:00 - 16:00
For the teens on your cases, check out this job fair! More info here: https://ppwfc.org/young-adult-job-fair/

CASA's Charity Pint Night at Cerberus Brewing Company
2023-05-02 16:00 - 19:00 | Seven’s Gate Tap Room, 77 S. 7th St., Colorado Springs, CO, United States
CASA’s Charity Pint Night at Cerberus Brewing Company – Seven’s Gate Tap Room
77 S. 7th St. Colorado Springs, CO – Directly across the street from Cerberus
Tuesday May 2, 2023
4pm to 7pm
$1 from every drink sold will be donated back to CASA!

Fostering Futures
2023-04-22 08:30 - 16:30
Saturday April 22 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM
CASA Training Room
Sponsors: Brittany Santos and Jillian Wiker
Description: Fostering Futures is meant to address the unique needs of older youth to include, but not limited to: emancipation resources, how to engage with your youth(s), how to navigate the role of mentor and advocate, goal setting, and many other topics. We often get great feedback from attendees from this class and feel it adds many invaluable tools to your Youth Advocacy toolkit.
Class will run in-person at the CASA office from 8:30-4:30PM. Individual breakfast tacos will be provided by CASA along with pre-packaged snacks and drinks. An hour-long lunch break from 12:00-1:00PM is also slated into the schedule where you will be able to go out and eat or provide your own lunch. Please RSVP if you plan to attend so we can plan for food accordingly.
RSVP to Lisa Pecoraro at lisap@casappr.org

***PLEASE ENTER THROUGH THE HANGER DOOR​​​​​***DO NOT FORGET TO LOG TRAINING HOURS INTO OPTIMA***

2023 Light of Hope Fundraising Lunch
2023-04-19 12:30 - 13:30 | Doubletree Hotel, 1775 E. Cheyenne Mountain Blvd., Colorado Springs, CO, United States
Join CASA for a new format and new venue at this year’s Light of Hope! There is only a lunch this year, so no need to get up early! Just join us at noon!

National Volunteer Week
2023-04-17 08:00 - 2023-04-21 16:00 | CASA of the Pikes Peak Region, 418 South Weber St., Colorado Springs, CO, 80903, United States
We love our volunteers, and we want to celebrate you! We will be hosting an open house at CASA each day of National Volunteer Week.
Come stop by for some social time, snacks, and daily prize winners. Mark your calendar, and we would love to see you here! No RSVP required.
• Monday, 04/17 (10:00am – 12:00pm)
• Tuesday, 04/18 (3:00pm – 5:00pm)
• Wednesday, 04/19 (8:30am – 10:30am)
• Thursday, 04/20 (11:00am – 1:00pm)
• Friday, 04/21 (2:00pm – 4:00pm)

CASA Bunny Shop
2023-03-20 08:00 - 2023-03-24 17:00
Advocates may come in to pick up pajamas, a book, a blanket, a stuffed animal, and more. Be sure to have the sizes and favorite colors/likes for the youth on your case.

Court Report Writing
2023-03-14 17:30 - 19:30
Court Report Writing
Tuesday March 14, 2023
5:30 PM to 7:30 PM
Sponsors: Jackie DeAnda and Kristina Wrobleski
Description:
Writing your court report can be a stressful part of the advocacy role. We will go through each section of the report and go over common mistakes made during the writing process. We will go over strategies in order to keep bias out of your writing and give ideas of how to properly get your points across in order to best serve the child/ren.
RSVP to Lisa Pecoraro at lisap@casappr.org
***PLEASE ENTER THROUGH THE HANGER DOOR​​​​​***DO NOT FORGET TO LOG TRAINING HOURS INTO OPTIMA***

Ins & Outs of Foster Care
2023-02-23 12:00 - 13:30
Ins & Outs of Foster Care
Date: February 23, 2023
Time: Noon – 1:30pm
Location: CASA Training Room
Description: Please join us for a panel discussion regarding the various levels of out of home placement in foster care with staff from Kids Crossing. Staff will be able to answer any of your burning questions about their side of the placement process, out of home care, Qualified Residential Treatment Placements (QRTP) from their lens, and more. Questions will be general and not case-specific for this panel discussion. RSVP to LisaP@casappr.org

Annual CASA-Wide Volunteer Impact Event
2023-02-06 18:00 - 19:30 | Pulpit Rock Church, 301 Austin Bluffs Parkway, Colorado Springs, CO, 80918, United States
Come join us on Monday, 02/06/2023, as we enjoy some delicious dessert and hear from Executive Director Angela Rose as she shares the impact CASA has had in the community over the last year. Let’s celebrate the accomplishments of this organization! YOU are making an impact!

This event is for volunteers in every CASA program: Dependency & Neglect, Supervised Exchange & Parenting Time, Life Long Links, The Hanger, Milton Foster Children’s Fund, Children & Families in Transition, and office volunteers.

Bring a “plus one!” (Adult guests only, please.)

DATE: Monday, 02/06/2023
TIME: 6:00pm – 7:30pm
LOCATION: Pulpit Rock Church at 301 Austin Bluffs Parkway, Colorado Springs, 80918
RSVP: By Sunday, 01/29/2023 to Lisa Pecoraro at lisap@casappr.org
