ProKids

CASA University Class One (Online)
2021-05-11 17:00 - 20:00, 2021-05-26 09:00 - 12:00, 2021-06-16 09:00 - 12:00, 2021-06-28 17:00 - 20:00, 2021-07-20 09:00 - 12:00 (America/New_York)
The CASA Volunteer Role in the Child Protection System

All prospective CASA Volunteers must take this class first as part of CASA University. To get signed up, attend a Snapshot session or please contact Zulema Ghohestani at zghohestani@prokids.org.
In this class, you’ll learn about the history of the CASA Volunteer role both nationally and locally, as well as how your role fits into the entire child protection system. Additionally, you will learn more about Hamilton County Job & Family Services (JFS) and how it works to protect children and serve families in our community.
“This training has been partially funded through a contract between Ohio CASA and the Department of Job and Family Services. Ohio CASA supports local CASA/GAL programs throughout Ohio with training, technical assistance, legislative support, and standards implementation so volunteers may advocate for abused, neglected and dependent children in the court system.”

ProKids Book Club (Online Session)
2021-05-12 18:00 - 19:00 (America/New_York)
Join us to Discuss “A Chance in the World” by Steve Pemberton

Join us to Discuss “A Chance in the World” by Steve Pemberton. This powerful autobiography chronicles the life of a child who enters foster care at 5 and seeks solace in a box of books given to him by a neighbor. Against all odds, he succeeds in school, starts a family, and searches for his birth family.

“This training has been partially funded through a contract between Ohio CASA and the Department of Job and Family Services. Ohio CASA supports local CASA/GAL programs throughout Ohio with training, technical assistance, legislative support, and standards implementation so volunteers may advocate for abused, neglected and dependent children in the court system.”

CASA University Class Two (Online)
2021-05-18 09:00 - 12:00, 2021-07-13 17:00 - 20:00 (America/New_York)
The Negative Effects of Adverse Childhood Experiences

All CASA’s in Training must attend class one prior to attending classes two-seven.
In this session, prospective CASA volunteers will learn how abuse and neglect, plus other factors in a child’s life, contribute to Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs). This trauma that impacts the health, well-being, and development of a young person. Additionally, prospective CASA Volunteers will learn about resiliency and protective factors that promote a child’s ability to deal with stress.
“This training has been partially funded through a contract between Ohio CASA and the Department of Job and Family Services. Ohio CASA supports local CASA/GAL programs throughout Ohio with training, technical assistance, legislative support, and standards implementation so volunteers may advocate for abused, neglected and dependent children in the court system.”

2021 ProKids Call for Community
2021-05-19 12:00 - 13:00 (America/Detroit)
There are so many urgent issues in our community right now.
But ProKids is all about the most central issue of all: a child having a safe, secure home.
Without this, it is less likely a child will grow up to graduate from high school, to have a job, to raise their own children to thrive.
ProKids needs your help. We need to find people like you who want to make a real, systemic, holistic change in our community at its root by ensuring that children grow up safe and secure. And while you are not obligated to give, we think you will find you will want to join in being a part of such a powerful organization.
As part of the ProKids Call for Community, you will learn in less than an hour about how your gift can have an impact not just now but for generations to come.
Register below and join the ProKids committed community to make a difference for abused and neglected children across Greater Cincinnati today. A special thanks to our sponsors:

Snapshot
2021-05-24 09:00 - 10:00 (America/New_York)
Join us at 9 a.m. Monday, May 24!

Because you will be the problem-solver, the researcher, the one person who can connect the pieces and put an abused and neglected child’s life back together. You will be the one who understands what’s in the best interest of the child you serve and who will call on others to make that a priority.
It all starts with attending this Snapshot. At a Snapshot you will learn about how we can provide training and support for you to become a CASA Volunteer in Hamilton County. Snapshots are free and you will not be asked for a donation.

CASA University Class Three (Online)
2021-05-27 09:00 - 12:00, 2021-07-21 17:00 - 20:00 (America/New_York)
Navigating the Child Protection Legal Process

All CASA’s in Training must attend class one prior to attending classes two-seven.
In this session, prospective CASA volunteers will learn the lifecycle of a child protection case and the laws that define that lifecycle. Additionally, prospective CASA volunteers will build on their terminology and expectations to become proficient when working in the legal system.
“This training has been partially funded through a contract between Ohio CASA and the Department of Job and Family Services. Ohio CASA supports local CASA/GAL programs throughout Ohio with training, technical assistance, legislative support, and standards implementation so volunteers may advocate for abused, neglected and dependent children in the court system.”

ProKids closed
2021-05-28 00:00 - 23:59, 2021-07-02 00:00 - 23:59 (America/Detroit)

Memorial Day – ProKids closed
2021-05-31 00:00 - 23:59 (America/Detroit)

CASA University Class Four (Online)
2021-06-01 09:00 - 12:00, 2021-07-29 17:00 - 20:00 (America/New_York)
Working with Diverse Families and Individuals

All CASA’s in Training must attend class one prior to attending classes two-seven.
In this session, prospective CASA Volunteers will learn how to identify strengths in families as well as how to work as a volunteer in an inclusive and equitable manner. CASA Volunteers will explore the bias and expectations they bring to the role and identify future work they want to complete to learn about populations different from themselves.
“This training has been partially funded through a contract between Ohio CASA and the Department of Job and Family Services. Ohio CASA supports local CASA/GAL programs throughout Ohio with training, technical assistance, legislative support, and standards implementation so volunteers may advocate for abused, neglected and dependent children in the court system.”

Snapshot
2021-06-09 12:00 - 13:00 (America/New_York)
Join us at noon on Wednesday, June 9!

Because you will be the problem-solver, the researcher, the one person who can connect the pieces and put an abused and neglected child’s life back together. You will be the one who understands what’s in the best interest of the child you serve and who will call on others to make that a priority.
It all starts with attending this Snapshot. At a Snapshot you will learn about how we can provide training and support for you to become a CASA Volunteer in Hamilton County. Snapshots are free and you will not be asked for a donation.

CASA University Class Five (Online)
2021-06-09 17:00 - 20:00 (America/New_York)
The Positive Development of Children

All CASA’s in Training must attend class one prior to attending classes two-seven.
In this session, participants will learn about the developmental needs of all children, how to identify when those needs are being met and how to provide educational advocacy for children.
“This training has been partially funded through a contract between Ohio CASA and the Department of Job and Family Services. Ohio CASA supports local CASA/GAL programs throughout Ohio with training, technical assistance, legislative support, and standards implementation so volunteers may advocate for abused, neglected and dependent children in the court system.”

CASA University Class Six (Online)
2021-06-15 17:00 - 20:00 (America/New_York)
Supportive Services for Children and Families

All CASA’s in Training must attend class one prior to attending classes two-seven.
In this session, participants will learn about supportive services available to young people and families involved in the child protection system as well.
“This training has been partially funded through a contract between Ohio CASA and the Department of Job and Family Services. Ohio CASA supports local CASA/GAL programs throughout Ohio with training, technical assistance, legislative support, and standards implementation so volunteers may advocate for abused, neglected and dependent children in the court system.”

Diversity, Equity, Inclusion Foundational Training
2021-06-16 17:30 - 19:00, 2021-07-08 09:00 - 10:30 (America/New_York)
Diversity, Equity, Inclusion Foundational Training

In this class, CASA Volunteers will explore how their identities and the identities of others impact the interactions in everyday life. The class will explore topics of power, privilege, and oppression as well as give participants actionable strategies to explore and combat bias.
Please note: CASAs who have taken CASA University Class 4 in 2020, this class will be a repeat.
“This training has been partially funded through a contract between Ohio CASA and the Department of Job and Family Services. Ohio CASA supports local CASA/GAL programs throughout Ohio with training, technical assistance, legislative support, and standards implementation so volunteers may advocate for abused, neglected and dependent children in the court system.”

Juneteenth observed – ProKids closed
2021-06-18 00:00 - 23:59 (America/Detroit)

Snapshot
2021-06-21 17:30 - 18:30 (America/New_York)
Join us at 5:30 p.m. Monday, June 21!

Because you will be the problem-solver, the researcher, the one person who can connect the pieces and put an abused and neglected child’s life back together. You will be the one who understands what’s in the best interest of the child you serve and who will call on others to make that a priority.
It all starts with attending this Snapshot. At a Snapshot you will learn about how we can provide training and support for you to become a CASA Volunteer in Hamilton County. Snapshots are free and you will not be asked for a donation.

CASA University Class Seven (Online)
2021-06-24 09:00 - 12:00 (America/New_York)
Gathering and Communicating Information

All CASA’s in Training must attend class one prior to attending classes two-seven.
In this session, you’ll learn about what information is important to gather as well as who to contact and where to get accurate and meaningful information, how to keep track of this information, what information is important to present to the court, and how to write an effective court report. Additionally, you will learn how to effectively communicate with others who may be in crisis or with whom there may be a conflict.
“This training has been partially funded through a contract between Ohio CASA and the Department of Job and Family Services. Ohio CASA supports local CASA/GAL programs throughout Ohio with training, technical assistance, legislative support, and standards implementation so volunteers may advocate for abused, neglected and dependent children in the court system.”

Children of Chaos: Family Violence and Children (Online)
2021-07-01 12:00 - 13:00 (America/New_York)
This six-week curriculum is designed to help you understand family violence and children in your work as an advocate.

This class is held over six weeks, meeting an hour per week online. Participants must be able to attend all six weeks to register. All meetings will be held from noon-1pm.
CASA Volunteers will learn how family violence/domestic violence/intimate partner violence and the resulting trauma and toxic stress impacts the health and well-being of the children and families involved. Additionally, CASA Volunteers will learn how to use behavioral observation tools to gather information and determine potential resources in order to make recommendations to the Court on appropriate interventions and services. Safety for the CASA, mandated reporting, and self-care will also be discussed.
More about our cohort continuing education classes:
You’ll complete the curriculum material within a cohort of other CASA Volunteers over six weeks. Each week, you and the other CASA Volunteers participating will complete materials to read or watch on your own and a homework assignment prior to attending a debrief session. This work on your own should take about an hour to complete. During the one hour debrief session with your cohort, you’ll be able to discuss the materials as well as listen to facilitated materials by a member of the ProKids team.
“This training has been partially funded through a contract between Ohio CASA and the Department of Job and Family Services. Ohio CASA supports local CASA/GAL programs throughout Ohio with training, technical assistance, legislative support, and standards implementation so volunteers may advocate for abused, neglected and dependent children in the court system.”

Independence Day observed – ProKids closed
2021-07-05 00:00 - 23:59 (America/Detroit)

Snapshot
2021-07-13 09:00 - 10:00 (America/New_York)
Join us at 9 a.m. Tuesday, July 13!

Because you will be the problem-solver, the researcher, the one person who can connect the pieces and put an abused and neglected child’s life back together. You will be the one who understands what’s in the best interest of the child you serve and who will call on others to make that a priority.
It all starts with attending this Snapshot. At a Snapshot you will learn about how we can provide training and support for you to become a CASA Volunteer in Hamilton County. Snapshots are free and you will not be asked for a donation.

The Science of Addiction (Online Session)
2021-07-22 09:00 - 10:30 (America/New_York)
Join Children’s Hospital Community Health Specialists as they discuss the science behind addiction.

Join Children’s Hospital Community Health Specialists as they discuss the science behind addiction. Topics will include the epidemiology and impact of substance use in the US, the current definition of addiction and substance use and the biological processes that underlie addiction.
“This training has been partially funded through a contract between Ohio CASA and the Department of Job and Family Services. Ohio CASA supports local CASA/GAL programs throughout Ohio with training, technical assistance, legislative support, and standards implementation so volunteers may advocate for abused, neglected and dependent children in the court system.”

Snapshot
2021-07-28 12:00 - 13:00 (America/New_York)
Join us at noon on Wednesday, July 28!

Because you will be the problem-solver, the researcher, the one person who can connect the pieces and put an abused and neglected child’s life back together. You will be the one who understands what’s in the best interest of the child you serve and who will call on others to make that a priority.
It all starts with attending this Snapshot. At a Snapshot you will learn about how we can provide training and support for you to become a CASA Volunteer in Hamilton County. Snapshots are free and you will not be asked for a donation.
