BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//CASA of the Pikes Peak Region - Court Appointed Special Advocates - ECPv6.15.18//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:CASA of the Pikes Peak Region - Court Appointed Special Advocates X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://www.casappr.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for CASA of the Pikes Peak Region - Court Appointed Special Advocates REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Denver BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:MDT DTSTART:20240310T090000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:MST DTSTART:20241103T080000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:MDT DTSTART:20250309T090000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:MST DTSTART:20251102T080000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:MDT DTSTART:20260308T090000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:MST DTSTART:20261101T080000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20250527T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20250527T123000 DTSTAMP:20260403T135015 CREATED:20250513T174121Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250513T174121Z UID:12865-1748343600-1748349000@www.casappr.org SUMMARY:Network Author Book Series: Misplaced Childhood DESCRIPTION:Network Author Book Series: Misplaced Childhood \nLink to register: https://nationalcasagal.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_GlwMIjRdQS6ofzZsxDW1FA#/registration \nWinner of 20 international and national awards in 2024\, Misplaced Childhood is a moving memoir of survival\, resilience\, and advocacy. Joan Ulsher shares her inspiring journey of overcoming poverty\, child abuse\, and foster care\, ultimately finding purpose through her military service\, faith and advocacy. Her story is a testament to the power of perseverance and the impact of lived experience in championing child advocacy. URL:https://www.casappr.org/event/network-author-book-series-misplaced-childhood/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20250529T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20250529T140000 DTSTAMP:20260403T135015 CREATED:20250513T174429Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250513T175209Z UID:12867-1748523600-1748527200@www.casappr.org SUMMARY:Paradigms Survey Tool - How we think about substance use matters DESCRIPTION:Link to learn more and register: https://www.coloradocasa.org/events/paradigms-survey-tool-how-we-think-about-substance-use-matters \nSpeakers: Alex Figueroa (He/Him) is the Deputy Director\, SAFE Communities Portfolio with SAFE Project. Alex Oversee’s SAFE Project’s Bridging Prevention and Recovery (BPR) program and Integrated Forensic Peer Recovery Specialists training series\, a program for certified Peer Specialists who work with individuals that are justice-involved across many settings including probation parole\, corrections\, treatment\, recovery etc. \nTracy Steffak (She/Her) As Senior Director of the SAFE Communities portfolio\, Tracy Steffek is responsible for building national\, state\, and local partnerships that support communities in responding more resiliently to substance use impacts . URL:https://www.casappr.org/event/paradigms-survey-tool-how-we-think-about-substance-use-matters/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20250603T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20250603T130000 DTSTAMP:20260403T135015 CREATED:20230908T182334Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250516T181734Z UID:12390-1748952000-1748955600@www.casappr.org SUMMARY:Volunteer Information Session DESCRIPTION:CASA is seeking more volunteers to advocate for our community’s most vulnerable children. \nPlease 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. \nDuring 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. \nIf 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! \nThis 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. \n\n\n \n \n RSVP to Volunteer Orientation\n \n URLThis 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 THESEVirtual Orientation on March 26Teller County volunteer Orientation on March 31Orientation at CASA on April 1Virtual Orientation on April 11Orientation at CASA on April 16Virtual Orientation on April 23Coffee with CASA on May 14th at Loyal CoffeeCoffee with CASA on June 17 in Woodland ParkPlease list names of any guests who will attend with you.Your Email*\n \n Phone NumberHow did you hear about this orientation?*Networking Event or GroupPrint NewspaperI saw an ad somewhere on the internetI got a postcard in the mailI got on emailStreaming Audio (like Pandora or Apple Podcasts)Streaming Video (like YouTube or Netflix)Local TV News SegmentLocal Radio Station (not KRCC/NPR)KRCC/NPRNational CASA WebsiteColorado CASA WebsiteSocial MediaPersonal ReferralPreviously served as a CASAIdealist\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Δ URL:https://www.casappr.org/event/volunteer-information-session-9/ LOCATION:CASA of the Pikes Peak Region\, 418 South Weber St.\, Colorado Springs\, CO\, 80903\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20250614T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20250614T153000 DTSTAMP:20260403T135015 CREATED:20250513T175301Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250513T175301Z UID:12868-1749889800-1749915000@www.casappr.org SUMMARY:Fostering Futures DESCRIPTION:  \nIn the CASA Training Room \nRSVP to Jillianw@casappr.org \nFostering 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. \nClass will run in-person at the CASA office from 8:30-4:30PM. Breakfast items 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. URL:https://www.casappr.org/event/fostering-futures-8/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20250617T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20250617T140000 DTSTAMP:20260403T135015 CREATED:20250513T175357Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250513T175404Z UID:12869-1750161600-1750168800@www.casappr.org SUMMARY:Human Trafficking of Youth in Colorado Part 1 - Virtual  DESCRIPTION:link to register: https://www.coloradocasa.org/events/human-trafficking-of-youth-in-colorado-part-1 \nJoin the Laboratory to Combat Human Trafficking for an important training on how human trafficking is impacting our state and region. Learn how the experiences of youth in the child welfare system may intersect with the trafficking experience and how service providers like CASA advocates can be involved in the response. URL:https://www.casappr.org/event/human-trafficking-of-youth-in-colorado-part-1-virtual/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20250621T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20250621T110000 DTSTAMP:20260403T135015 CREATED:20220511T144511Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250516T181929Z UID:12058-1750500000-1750503600@www.casappr.org SUMMARY:Virtual Volunteer Information Session DESCRIPTION:CASA is seeking more volunteers to advocate for our community’s most vulnerable children. \nPlease 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. \nDuring 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. \nIf 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! \nThis info session will be held over Zoom. Please RSVP using the form below and we will send you the Zoom login information. \n\n \n \n RSVP to Volunteer Orientation\n \n LinkedInThis 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 THESEVirtual Orientation on March 26Teller County volunteer Orientation on March 31Orientation at CASA on April 1Virtual Orientation on April 11Orientation at CASA on April 16Virtual Orientation on April 23Coffee with CASA on May 14th at Loyal CoffeeCoffee with CASA on June 17 in Woodland ParkPlease list names of any guests who will attend with you.Your Email*\n \n Phone NumberHow did you hear about this orientation?*Networking Event or GroupPrint NewspaperI saw an ad somewhere on the internetI got a postcard in the mailI got on emailStreaming Audio (like Pandora or Apple Podcasts)Streaming Video (like YouTube or Netflix)Local TV News SegmentLocal Radio Station (not KRCC/NPR)KRCC/NPRNational CASA WebsiteColorado CASA WebsiteSocial MediaPersonal ReferralPreviously served as a CASAIdealist\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Δ URL:https://www.casappr.org/event/volunteer-information-session-7/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20250624T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20250624T183000 DTSTAMP:20260403T135015 CREATED:20230908T180547Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250516T182721Z UID:12383-1750786200-1750789800@www.casappr.org SUMMARY:Virtual Volunteer Information Session DESCRIPTION:CASA is seeking more volunteers to advocate for our community’s most vulnerable children. \nPlease 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. \nDuring 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. \nIf 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! \nThis info session will be held over Zoom. In order to receive the Zoom login information\, please RSVP with the form below. \n\n \n \n RSVP to Volunteer Orientation\n \n X/TwitterThis 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 THESEVirtual Orientation on March 26Teller County volunteer Orientation on March 31Orientation at CASA on April 1Virtual Orientation on April 11Orientation at CASA on April 16Virtual Orientation on April 23Coffee with CASA on May 14th at Loyal CoffeeCoffee with CASA on June 17 in Woodland ParkPlease list names of any guests who will attend with you.Your Email*\n \n Phone NumberHow did you hear about this orientation?*Networking Event or GroupPrint NewspaperI saw an ad somewhere on the internetI got a postcard in the mailI got on emailStreaming Audio (like Pandora or Apple Podcasts)Streaming Video (like YouTube or Netflix)Local TV News SegmentLocal Radio Station (not KRCC/NPR)KRCC/NPRNational CASA WebsiteColorado CASA WebsiteSocial MediaPersonal ReferralPreviously served as a CASAIdealist\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Δ URL:https://www.casappr.org/event/virtual-volunteer-information-session-14/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20250626T113000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20250626T130000 DTSTAMP:20260403T135015 CREATED:20250616T223703Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250616T223703Z UID:12904-1750937400-1750942800@www.casappr.org SUMMARY:Navigating Challenges Throughout a CASA Case DESCRIPTION:June 26th\, 11:30am-1pm (ZOOM) \nLink to register: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/t5sWnSCyS8WKe74A95aFxg#/registration \nServing as a CASA volunteer is incredibly rewarding\, but it’s also profoundly challenging\, often leading to a wide range of emotions. This presentation acknowledges that experience as normal\, and will equip you with vital tools to navigate it. We’ll explore the critical roles your mindset and nervous system play in shaping your emotional responses. More importantly\, you’ll learn practical techniques for self-care and emotional regulation. The goal is to empower you to effectively manage your own well-being\, ensuring you can show up as your best\, most resilient self for the CASA children you serve. Join us to learn how to sustain your compassion and impact while prioritizing your own emotional health. URL:https://www.casappr.org/event/navigating-challenges-throughout-a-casa-case/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20250708T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20250708T130000 DTSTAMP:20260403T135015 CREATED:20250616T223830Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250616T223830Z UID:12906-1751976000-1751979600@www.casappr.org SUMMARY:Human Trafficking of Youth Part 2 DESCRIPTION:July 8\, 12-1pm (ZOOM) \nLink to register: https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/QDxunyEpTxq-qK5AhP57yg#/registration \nJoin the Laboratory to Combat Human Trafficking  in collaboration with  Colorado CASA   for an important training on how human trafficking is impacting our state and region.  Learn how the experiences of youth in the child welfare system may intersect with the trafficking experience and how service providers like CASA advocates can be involved in the response. URL:https://www.casappr.org/event/human-trafficking-of-youth-part-2/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20250719T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20250719T153000 DTSTAMP:20260403T135015 CREATED:20250513T175501Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250616T194516Z UID:12870-1752913800-1752939000@www.casappr.org SUMMARY:TBRI® Overview DESCRIPTION:You are invited to a TBRI® Overview at the CASA Office on July 19th \nPlease join us for a day of connection and trauma-informed learning! TBRI® is an attachment-based\, trauma-informed intervention designed to meet the needs of children and youth who have experienced early childhood adversity\, toxic stress\, and/or relational trauma. \nSaturday\, July 19\, 2025 \n8:30 AM – 3:30 PM \nMittie Pedraza Training Room at CASA \nRSVP to Jillianw@casappr.org \nThere will be a one-hour lunch break and participants are encouraged to bring a lunch or eat out at one of the many nearby downtown restaurants. \nThe training will count as six hours of continuing education and will be facilitated by TBRI® Practitioner Robin Smith\, and by CASA D&N Case Supervisor Tara Loo. URL:https://www.casappr.org/event/tbri-overview/ LOCATION:CASA of the Pikes Peak Region\, 418 South Weber St.\, Colorado Springs\, CO\, 80903\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20250721T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20250725T170000 DTSTAMP:20260403T135015 CREATED:20250616T200942Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250616T200942Z UID:12898-1753084800-1753462800@www.casappr.org SUMMARY:Back-to-School at the Kid’s Closet DESCRIPTION:July 21-25\, 8am to 5pm \nCASAs with youth 11 and under on their case are welcome to come in to pick out school supplies and a school outfit for the kids on their case! Please bring the youth’s clothing and shoe size\, favorite colors/characters to choose a backpack\, and a school supply list. \nPlease note our limits and available items may differ from what the school requests. School supplies are also available in the Kid’s Closet all year. \nKid’s Closet reminder: Our Kid’s Closet is ONLY for CASAs to pick up occasional needed or fun items for the youth on their case. Only CASAs can pick items out – please do not bring the kids\, guardians\, case workers\, etc. with you. Please also use the Kid’s Closet when the CASA office is open during the week; the Kid’s Closet is NOT open during The Hanger hours. Please contact mfcf@casappr.org with any questions. Thank you! URL:https://www.casappr.org/event/back-to-school-at-the-kids-closet/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20250725T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20250725T130000 DTSTAMP:20260403T135015 CREATED:20250718T193535Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250718T193535Z UID:12935-1753444800-1753448400@www.casappr.org SUMMARY:Parents Struggling with Mental Health Issues  DESCRIPTION:Parents Struggling with Mental Health Issues  \nJuly 25th 12:00pm MDT \nZOOM \nParents struggling with mental health issues are significantly more likely to become involved with the child welfare system\, often facing a higher risk of having their children removed from their home due to concerns about their ability to adequately care for them. In addition to providing support to these children and youth\, CASA/GAL volunteers can provide information to the court about the potential impact of a parent’s mental illness on parenting capabilities\, and resources that are necessary to support parents\, including support from relatives and fictive kin. \nRegister: https://nationalcasagal.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_MMesnUBlSbuNhPnD7KKbLQ#/registration \nProgram ID #: 10073 \nOrganization: CASA PPR \nJob Title: Advocate URL:https://www.casappr.org/event/parents-struggling-with-mental-health-issues/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20250726T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20250726T150000 DTSTAMP:20260403T135015 CREATED:20250616T203308Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250616T203308Z UID:12903-1753531200-1753542000@www.casappr.org SUMMARY:The Hanger Teen Back-to-School Party DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, July 26th\, 12-3 (during Hanger shopping hours) \nOpen to teens 12-18 with an open D&N case through El Paso or Teller Counties or have an open case elsewhere but are placed in El Paso or Teller Counties. \nCome shop at The Hanger\, pick out your own brand-new backpack\, fill it with school supplies\, and enjoy treats! This is our most attended teen event every year\, so mark your calendars now! URL:https://www.casappr.org/event/the-hanger-teen-back-to-school-party/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20250730T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20250730T190000 DTSTAMP:20260403T135015 CREATED:20250513T174254Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250718T155345Z UID:12866-1753896600-1753902000@www.casappr.org SUMMARY:CASA TBRI® Consultation DESCRIPTION:July 30 @ 5:30 pm – 7:00 pm \nYou are invited to attend the CASA TBRI® Consultation on July 30th\, 5:30-7 pm on Zoom. This is a collaboration between CASA of the Pikes Peak Region and Kids’ Crossing and will be facilitated by CASA Volunteer/ PC/ TBRI® Practitioner Robin Smith and Kids’ Crossing Assistant Executive Director/TBRI® Practitioner Hilary Bridges. This is an opportunity to receive support in your work to implement the knowledge gained at TBRI® Overview trainings. Sometimes we hit barriers in our cases and need a little extra guidance on how to most effectively advocate for the needs of the child(ren) on our case. Even if you have not had the chance to attend a TBRI® training\, please bring your questions\, struggles\, concerns\, and shared knowledge to our discussion! There is no need to rsvp for this event. Please follow the link below to join in the conversation. We hope to see you there! \nThis virtual CASA TBRI® Consultation will be on-going each month on the LAST Wednesday of the month from 5:30-7 pm. Join in anytime you need some support or guidance in your case! Contact Robin Smith with any questions at robins.casa@gmail.com or 719.355.6729 \nTopic: CASA TBRI Consultation\nTime: Jul 30\, 2025 05:30 PM Mountain Time (US and Canada)\nEvery month on the Last Wed\, until Jun 24\, 2026\, 12 occurrence(s)\nJoin Zoom Meeting\nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/j/81229405745\nMeeting ID: 812 2940 5745 \n  \n  URL:https://www.casappr.org/event/casa-tbri-consultation/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20250811T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20250811T193000 DTSTAMP:20260403T135015 CREATED:20250616T161406Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250731T153625Z UID:12892-1754933400-1754940600@www.casappr.org SUMMARY:2025 Annual CASA Volunteer Appreciation Event DESCRIPTION: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! \nJoin us on Monday\, Aug. 11 from 5:30 – 7:30 PM at The Pinery at the Hill (775 W. Bijou St.) as we celebrate YOU! \n\nHeavy appetizers\, with a cash bar available.\nPresentation from CASA Executive Director Angela Rose\,  staff members\, your fellow volunteers\, and one of our Judges.\nYou are welcome to bring a “plus one!”  (Adult guests only\, please.)\n\nThis event is for volunteers in every CASA program: Dependency & Neglect\, Supervised Exchange & Parenting Time\, Life Long Links\, The Hanger\, and Level 1 Parenting Class. \nNo longer accepting RSVPS \n  URL:https://www.casappr.org/event/2025-annual-casa-volunteer-appreciation-event/ LOCATION:The Pinery at the Hill\, 775 W Bijou St\, Colorado Springs\, CO\, 80905\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20250816T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20250816T110000 DTSTAMP:20260403T135015 CREATED:20230908T180718Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250718T153051Z UID:12384-1755338400-1755342000@www.casappr.org SUMMARY:Virtual Volunteer Orientation DESCRIPTION:CASA is seeking more volunteers to advocate for our community’s most vulnerable children. \nPlease join us for a Volunteer Orientation 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. \nDuring the orientation\, 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. \nIf 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! \nThis orientation will be held over Zoom. In order to receive the Zoom login information\, please RSVP with the form below. \n\n \n \n RSVP to Volunteer Orientation\n \n 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 THESEVirtual Orientation on March 26Teller County volunteer Orientation on March 31Orientation at CASA on April 1Virtual Orientation on April 11Orientation at CASA on April 16Virtual Orientation on April 23Coffee with CASA on May 14th at Loyal CoffeeCoffee with CASA on June 17 in Woodland ParkPlease list names of any guests who will attend with you.Your Email*\n \n Phone NumberHow did you hear about this orientation?*Networking Event or GroupPrint NewspaperI saw an ad somewhere on the internetI got a postcard in the mailI got on emailStreaming Audio (like Pandora or Apple Podcasts)Streaming Video (like YouTube or Netflix)Local TV News SegmentLocal Radio Station (not KRCC/NPR)KRCC/NPRNational CASA WebsiteColorado CASA WebsiteSocial MediaPersonal ReferralPreviously served as a CASAIdealist\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Δ URL:https://www.casappr.org/event/virtual-volunteer-information-session-15/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20250825T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20250825T190000 DTSTAMP:20260403T135015 CREATED:20250604T170626Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250821T170225Z UID:12888-1756143000-1756148400@www.casappr.org SUMMARY:Friends Recruiting Friends DESCRIPTION:CASA needs more people to advocate for our community’s most vulnerable children\, but being a CASA volunteer is better with friends! \nPlease bring a friend and join us for a “Friends Recruiting Friends” Volunteer Orientation 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. \nDuring the orientation\, you’ll hear about the experiences of CASA volunteers\, find out what they do and how they make a difference\, and you will have the opportunity to ask lots of questions. \nDinner will be provided!  Please RSVP using the form below. \nFriends Recruiting Friends\nCASA Training Room\nMonday\, Aug. 25th\n5:30-7:00 PM \n\n \n \n RSVP to Volunteer Orientation\n \n CommentsThis 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 THESEVirtual Orientation on March 26Teller County volunteer Orientation on March 31Orientation at CASA on April 1Virtual Orientation on April 11Orientation at CASA on April 16Virtual Orientation on April 23Coffee with CASA on May 14th at Loyal CoffeeCoffee with CASA on June 17 in Woodland ParkPlease list names of any guests who will attend with you.Your Email*\n \n Phone NumberHow did you hear about this orientation?*Networking Event or GroupPrint NewspaperI saw an ad somewhere on the internetI got a postcard in the mailI got on emailStreaming Audio (like Pandora or Apple Podcasts)Streaming Video (like YouTube or Netflix)Local TV News SegmentLocal Radio Station (not KRCC/NPR)KRCC/NPRNational CASA WebsiteColorado CASA WebsiteSocial MediaPersonal ReferralPreviously served as a CASAIdealist\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Δ URL:https://www.casappr.org/event/tell-your-neighbor/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20250828T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20250828T130000 DTSTAMP:20260403T135015 CREATED:20250815T144514Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250815T144536Z UID:12953-1756382400-1756386000@www.casappr.org SUMMARY: Lunch and Learn: Engaging with Parents DESCRIPTION:August 28th\, 12-1pm \nZOOM \nColorado CASA monthly lunch & learn \nRegister: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/eq-He5QtQ3GM9_aObCOoCw#/registration URL:https://www.casappr.org/event/lunch-and-learn-engaging-with-parents/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20250828T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20250828T193000 DTSTAMP:20260403T135015 CREATED:20250718T194204Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250718T194205Z UID:12937-1756402200-1756409400@www.casappr.org SUMMARY:Court Report Writing  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. \nRSVP: Brennad@casappr.org URL:https://www.casappr.org/event/court-report-writing-7/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20250829T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20250829T130000 DTSTAMP:20260403T135015 CREATED:20250815T144416Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250815T144416Z UID:12952-1756468800-1756472400@www.casappr.org SUMMARY:Family Treatment Courts (View from the Bench series) DESCRIPTION:August 29\, 12-1pm \nZOOM \nBetween sixty and eighty percent of substantiated child abuse and neglect cases handled by the courts involve substance use disorder (SUD) by a parent or guardian. Family Treatment Courts serve children\, parents and families involved in the child welfare system due to parental SUD as a contributing factor to child abuse or neglect. These courts operate collaboratively\, drawing on community partners’ expertise in child welfare and SUD treatment. In addition to providing support to the children and youth\, and information to the court\, CASA/GAL volunteers can play an important role in identifying available community services to address the needs and build on the strengths of each family member. \nRegistration: https://nationalcasagal.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_iypxMrunSguICkRrD7qHRA#/registration \nProgram ID #: 10073 \nOrganization: CASA PPR \nJob Title: Advocate \nPlease note: If you are unable to attend the live presentation of the training\, we encourage you to register\, as you will receive a post-training email from the National CASA/GAL Association with information on how to access the recorded session\, along with any related collateral materials. In-service credit is awarded regardless of how you participate\, either live\, day of or by accessing the recording. URL:https://www.casappr.org/event/family-treatment-courts-view-from-the-bench-series/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20250903T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20250903T143000 DTSTAMP:20260403T135015 CREATED:20250815T143956Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250815T143956Z UID:12948-1756904400-1756909800@www.casappr.org SUMMARY:Trauma-Informed Care for Domestic Violence Victims DESCRIPTION:September 3rd\, 1-2:30pm \nCASA Training Room \nRSVP: meganm@casappr.org URL:https://www.casappr.org/event/trauma-informed-care-for-domestic-violence-victims/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20250920T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20250920T153000 DTSTAMP:20260403T135015 CREATED:20250718T194022Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250718T194022Z UID:12936-1758357000-1758382200@www.casappr.org SUMMARY:Fostering Futures DESCRIPTION:Fostering Futures is designed to offer insight into the unique needs of older youth and  provide teaching and resources on the following topics: current legislation and its impact on youth and families\, emancipation resources\, how to meaningfully engage with teens\, how to navigate the role of mentor and advocate\, goal setting\, current research on the developing brain\, and many other topics. We often get great feedback from attendees who report it adds many invaluable tools to their advocacy toolkit. \nClass will be in-person at the CASA office from 8:30AM-3:30PM. Breakfast 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. \nRSVP: Brennad@casappr.org URL:https://www.casappr.org/event/fostering-futures-7/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20250922T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20250922T113000 DTSTAMP:20260403T135015 CREATED:20250917T184902Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250917T184902Z UID:12969-1758535200-1758540600@www.casappr.org SUMMARY:Trusted Adults DESCRIPTION:Inside Out Youth Services will present their Trusted Adults Training on Monday\, September 22nd from 10-11:30AM. This will take place in the CASA training room and all CASA staff and volunteers are welcome. Please RSVP to Megan at meganm@casappr.org. URL:https://www.casappr.org/event/trusted-adults-2/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20250926T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20250926T160000 DTSTAMP:20260403T135015 CREATED:20250815T144809Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250815T144809Z UID:12954-1758873600-1758902400@www.casappr.org SUMMARY:2025 Colorado CASA State Conference  DESCRIPTION:Takes place at Junior Achievement – Rocky Mountain (full address in registration link) \nJoin Colorado CASA for a day of learning\, networking\, and fun at Junior Achievement-Rocky Mountain. This in-person event will bring together CASA volunteers\, staff\, and supporters from across the state to share ideas and celebrate our collective impact. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to connect with others who are passionate about advocating for children in the foster care system. Whether you’re a seasoned CASA volunteer or new to the program\, there’s something for everyone at the 2025 Colorado State CASA Conference. We can’t wait to see you there! \nFor more info\, visit: https://www.coloradocasa.org/annual-conference \nRegister: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/2025-colorado-state-casa-conference-tickets-1297333592699?aff=oddtdtcreator \n***Registration closes on August 29th URL:https://www.casappr.org/event/2025-colorado-casa-state-conference/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20250926T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20250926T130000 DTSTAMP:20260403T135015 CREATED:20250917T171421Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250917T171421Z UID:12968-1758888000-1758891600@www.casappr.org SUMMARY:View from the Bench: Human Trafficking DESCRIPTION:September 26th\, 12-1 pm \nZOOM \nAs many as 4 out of 5 victims of child trafficking have spent time in foster care. Children and youth in the child welfare system are at a heightened risk of being targeted by traffickers. Factors such as unstable living situations\, emotional vulnerability\, and a lack of consistent\, supportive relationships can make these children targets for exploitation. \nCASA/GAL advocates will learn how\, in addition to providing support to these children and youth\, and information to the court\, CASA/GAL advocates can recognize the signs of trafficking and find resources to help prevent exploitation. \nRegister: https://nationalcasagal.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_7XEkT9wSTSKluicXetIdqQ#/registration \nProgram ID #: 10073 \nOrganization: CASA PPR \nJob Title: Advocate \nPlease note: If you are unable to attend the live presentation of the training\, we encourage you to register\, as you will receive a post-training email from the National CASA/GAL Association with information on how to access the recorded session\, along with any related collateral materials. In-service credit is awarded regardless of how you participate\, either live\, day of or by accessing the recording. URL:https://www.casappr.org/event/view-from-the-bench-human-trafficking/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20251001T073000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20251001T083000 DTSTAMP:20260403T135015 CREATED:20250616T164303Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250616T164303Z UID:12893-1759303800-1759307400@www.casappr.org SUMMARY:Light of Hope Teller DESCRIPTION:This fundraising breakfast will be on Wednesday\, Oct. 1 from 7:30 – 8:30 at the Ute Pass Cultural Center in Woodland Park. More information will be available soon. \n  URL:https://www.casappr.org/event/light-of-hope-teller/ LOCATION:ute pass cultural center\, 210 E. Midland Ave.\, Woodland Park\, 80863\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20251001T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20251001T193000 DTSTAMP:20260403T135015 CREATED:20250815T144155Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250815T144222Z UID:12951-1759339800-1759347000@www.casappr.org SUMMARY:Adoption Process and Permanency Outcomes DESCRIPTION:CASA Training Room \nDHS Children\, Youth\, and Family Services Manager Amber Biss will provide information on the adoption process and permanency outcomes for DHS cases.  This information can be extremely beneficial when foster placements/kin placements are trying to navigate the system\, as it can be very overwhelming with all of the requirements that need to be met.  Ms. Biss will provide helpful information to make this process less stressful and help the providers feel more prepared and give them the knowledge to know what to expect in the process. \nRSVP: Brennad@casappr.org URL:https://www.casappr.org/event/adoption-process-and-permanency-outcomes/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20251016T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20251016T193000 DTSTAMP:20260403T135015 CREATED:20250917T171200Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250917T171200Z UID:12967-1760635800-1760643000@www.casappr.org SUMMARY:Court Report Writing 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. \nRSVP: Brennad@casappr.org URL:https://www.casappr.org/event/court-report-writing-8/ LOCATION:CASA of the Pikes Peak Region\, 418 South Weber St.\, Colorado Springs\, CO\, 80903\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20251029T123000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20251029T133000 DTSTAMP:20260403T135015 CREATED:20250616T164526Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250616T164526Z UID:12896-1761741000-1761744600@www.casappr.org SUMMARY:Light of Hope North DESCRIPTION:This fundraising lunch will be on Wednesday\, Oct. 29 from 12:30 – 1:30 at Wedgewood Weddings Black Forest.  More information will be available soon. URL:https://www.casappr.org/event/light-of-hope-north/ LOCATION:Wedgewood Weddings Black Forest\, CO\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20251031T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20251031T130000 DTSTAMP:20260403T135015 CREATED:20251013T204203Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251013T204203Z UID:12979-1761912000-1761915600@www.casappr.org SUMMARY:View from the Bench: Active vs. Reasonable Efforts DESCRIPTION:Friday\, October 31st\, 12-1 pm MDT \nZOOM \nCourts are required by federal law to make “reasonable efforts” findings in child welfare cases unless the case involves the Indian Child Welfare Act (ICWA). In those cases\, the court is required to make “active efforts” findings. This webinar will explore the differences between “active efforts” and “reasonable efforts” and the important role that CASA/GAL volunteers can play in supporting children and families\, providing information to the court about active and/or reasonable efforts\, and identifying needed resources for the child/youth\, family\, and community. \nWhat if those resources don’t exist in the community? What role\, if any\, should the CASA/GAL program have in identifying those resources? \nRegister: https://nationalcasagal.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_pqIB1xQNT1Or0X_4TmY2-A#/registration \nProgram ID #: 10073 \nOrganization: CASA PPR \nJob Title: Advocate \nPlease note: If you are unable to attend the live presentation of the training\, we encourage you to register\, as you will receive a post-training email from the National CASA/GAL Association with information on how to access the recorded session\, along with any related collateral materials. In-service credit is awarded regardless of how you participate\, either live\, day of or by accessing the recording. URL:https://www.casappr.org/event/view-from-the-bench-active-vs-reasonable-efforts/ END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR