Change a child’s story
Kids who end up in foster care have had their lives upended. They really need someone who will look out for them and speak on their behalf in court and in school as they face the challenges before them. Those who really want to make [...]
It’s all about the best interest of our kids
“It’s all about the best interest of our kids,” said Judge Frank Sullivan repeatedly during a Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA) oath ceremony to swear in 17 volunteers who will speak on behalf children in foster care. That line sums up the essence of what [...]
Cheers to another class of CASA volunteers ready to take oath – We could really use some more to change a child’s story
Cheers to the 18 Court Appointed Special Advocate (CASA) volunteers who will be taking an oath to speak up for 40 abused and neglected children on May 14 at noon. Check out this video to see why they are volunteering https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eLlpWsIC4uE The volunteers come from various [...]
Change a child’s story and change your life for the better
Hundreds of pinwheels spin in the wind at the Family Court beneath the flagpole at 601 N. Pecos Road. The Court Appointed Special Advocate (CASA) program planted them to mark April as Child Abuse Prevention Month and to raise awareness about the need for more CASA [...]
CASA volunteers find meaning during pandemic by giving a voice to abused and neglected children
The Coronavirus has given people time to think, and for some it has been an opportunity to reflect on how to give their life meaning through giving back. That sentiment was heard in the words of the recent batch of Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA) [...]
CASA Program that gives abused and neglected kids a voice gets recognition from Nevada Governor
The Eighth Judicial District Court Appointed Special Advocate (CASA) program staff has received the Nevada Governor’s 2020 Bronze Points of Light Ceremony Award in the business/corporate volunteer program category. The nomination for the Points of Light states, “Due to the unique role a CASA volunteer [...]
CASA volunteers trained virtually swear oath via videoconference as coronavirus workaround
Fifteen new CASA volunteers were sworn via videoconference by Judge Sullivan. Family Court Presiding Judge Bryce Duckworth and Juvenile Hearing Master Adriana Rincon-White also conferenced in, along with the Nevada State Director of CASA, Jane Saint.These new CASA volunteers were the first group to [...]
Hundreds Of Pinwheels Planted To Grow Volunteer Numbers Of Those Who Speak For Abused And Neglected Children
Hundreds of pinwheels will be planted at Family Court to symbolize hope for the more than 3,200 children in our community who face abuse and neglect, and are receiving services under the supervision of Family Court. April is Child Abuse Prevention Month, and a great time to get involved [...]
Professionals In Academics, Gaming, Tech, Military And Other Walks Of Life To Add Richness To Their Lives When they Take Oath to Help Kids
Professionals in academics, gaming, tech, the military an other walks of life will add richness to their lives when they take an oath as CASA volunteers on Monday, Oct. 29 at noon at Family Court, Courtroom 9, 601 N. Pecos Road.The CASA program recruits, screens, trains [...]
Orientation this Wednesday for opportunity to achieve fulfillment and inner beauty through helping kids
Mark your calendar for an orientation this Wednesday, Aug. 15 at 6 p.m. at the Government Center, 500 S. Grand Central Pkwy. for an opportunity to achieve fulfillment an inner beauty as you step into the role of a Court Appointed Special Advocate (CASA). CASA volunteers [...]