THE WOODLANDS, Texas (April 24, 2024) – Child Advocates of Montgomery County hosted its “The Sky’s the Limit” Volunteer Appreciation Event at The Peach Orchard in The Woodlands on Thursday, April 11, 2024. As April marks Volunteer Appreciation Month, the organization seized this opportunity to recognize the unwavering commitment of its more than 250 volunteers… Read more »
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April 2024 Advocate Spotlight: Peggy Thurman
We invite you to meet Peggy Thurman, nominated by her Case Supervisors, Allison Conner and Destin Hudek. Peggy has been an outstanding Advocate since 2020, serving on eleven cases! “Peggy is an outstanding Advocate,” Allison said. “She cares deeply about the children she serves and strives to work with their families and the professionals to… Read more »
Child Advocates of Montgomery County President and CEO Selected as Regional Representative to Texas CASA Board
CONROE, Texas (April 18, 2024) – Child Advocates of Montgomery County is pleased to announce the selection of its President and CEO, Ann Marie Ronsman, as a regional representative to the Texas CASA Board of Directors. The Texas CASA Board of Directors plays an important role in governance, financial stewardship and ensuring that Texas CASA has… Read more »
Child Advocates of Montgomery County Announces Director of Programs and Services
CONROE, Texas (Apr. 8, 2024) — Child Advocates of Montgomery County is pleased to announce the appointment of Camille Davis as its Director of Programs and Services. With over 20 years of experience working with vulnerable children and youth involved in the child welfare system, Camille brings a wealth of knowledge and dedication to her role. Camille’s passion… Read more »
March 2024 Advocate Spotlight: Megan Behan
We invite you to meet Megan Behan, nominated by her Case Supervisor, Erica Avedikian. Megan has been an outstanding Advocate since 2018, serving on five cases! “Megan has many strengths as an Advocate,” Erica said. “First and foremost, she is always working to determine the best interests of the child. Megan is excellent at building… Read more »
February 2024 Advocate Spotlight: Audrey Blythe
We invite you to meet Audrey Blythe, nominated by her Case Supervisors, Erica Avedikian and Kristy O’Neal. Audrey has been an outstanding Advocate since 2017! “On a recent case, Audrey advocated to find a relative caregiver for the child she served when his placement was not meeting his needs,” Kristy said. “She first worked with… Read more »
Child Advocates of Montgomery County Recognized as TBRI® Ambassador
CONROE, Texas (Feb. 14, 2024) — Child Advocates of Montgomery County was recently inducted as a TBRI® Ambassador Organization by TCU’s Karyn Purvis Institute of Child Development (KPICD). Founded in 1992, Child Advocates of Montgomery County provides advocacy and community education, supporting children and families to overcome crisis in order to thrive in a safe, nurturing… Read more »
Child Advocates of Montgomery County Launches Innovative Student Success Program to Combat Truancy
CONROE, Texas (Feb. 9, 2024) — Child Advocates of Montgomery County proudly introduces its Gaining Opportunities for Achievement and Learning (GOAL) Advocacy Pilot Program alongside the inauguration of its first class of Student Success Advocates. This groundbreaking initiative, the first of its kind in Texas, will address the critical issues of school attendance and academic… Read more »
Heart of CASA: January 2024
The Heart of CASA is a series to highlight the aspects of our volunteer work. Advocacy for a child in care covers several activities from court hearings to visits with a child to conversations with parents. Each month, we’ll share a story of a small (or big!) moment from one of our cases that exemplifies… Read more »
January 2024 Advocate Spotlight: Beth Bryan and Gretchen Harper
We invite you to meet Beth Bryan and Gretchen Harper, nominated by their Case Supervisor, Rosario Salinas. Beth and Gretchen work together as co-Advocates on a case. “Beth and Gretchen are a dynamic team,” Rosario said. “They are currently assigned to a case with six children. They are fantastic communicators who are diligent about understanding… Read more »
– Pamela Butler, former foster youth