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2010 CASA Conference According to the Child Welfare League of America 20,000 – 25,000 young people age out of the foster care system each year. Many of these youth do not have family or economic support Please mark your calendar and plan to join us September 2nd for the 2010 CASA Conference to learn more helping older youth in foster care achieve their dreams. The annual CASA conference brings together individuals interested in making a difference in a child's life. Speakers include: Chadwick Sapenter lived on the streets of San Antonio for two years. When he was 15 he and his siblings were placed into foster care. Once in a stable environment, Chadwick found success in football and academics. Chadwick credits much of his success to the many volunteers he came across while in foster care. He is a CASA Alumnus as well. Driven by instinct and the desire to succeed, Chadwick co-founded Onyx Real Estate Group, now Greylux Group, Inc., Movecraze.com, and Little Book of Words, LLC. Chadwick is a member of the Texas Supreme Court Judicial Committee for Youth, Families and Children, a member of the Child Welfare Boards Ready By 21 sub-committee, and serves on the executive board for Partnerships for Children. Michele Bush,Executive Director of WV CASA, received a Bachelor of Science Degree in Hotel, Restaurant, and Institutional Management from Virginia Tech and a Master of Science Degree in Health Care Administration from Marshall University Graduate College where she was inducted into the International Honor Society, Beta Gamma Sigma. Michele is a member of the WV Supreme Court’s Court Improvement Program Oversight Board, the Secretary/Treasurer of the WV Foster Caregiving Association, and a member of multiple other committees working to improve the lives of victims. Michael Estrella is an alumnus of the Rhode Island foster care system. He graduated from the University of Tampa with degrees in Business Management, Finance, and Economics. As a foster youth he lived in over two dozen state placements. He co-founded the United Foster Alumni Association (UFAA) which is an alumni social network for former foster youth. As the president of UFAA he has worked to grow the Association from its conception two years ago to representation in every New England state. Most importantly he has a life time of hands on experience being a foster youth, now an alumnus putting positive change forward for all youth across the country. Alicia McIntire is a Workshop/Training Coordinator & Program Administrative Assistant at the West Virginia University, Robert C. Byrd Health Sciences Center, Center for Excellence in Disabilities, Chafee Community Support Services Program. She is responsible for planning the annual Statewide Transitional Living Conference for youth between the ages of 16 and 21. Alicia graduated with an Associates Degree in Applied Sciences CTC at WVU Tech. For a printable version of the conference brochure, click here. Click below to register online and pay with Credit or Debit card through e-giving.
Executive Director Jailed for Kindness The Muscular Dystrophy Association issued a warrant for the arrest of Michele Bush, Executive Director of WV CASA. She was charged with having a Big Heart and was previously convicted for thoughtfulness and generosity. Michele was arrested on June 29th and put behind bars. Thanks to the generosity of her family, friends, and colleagues Michele successfully raised her bail and was released from jail. She wishes to thank her supporters for their kindness and generosity in supporting the Muscular Dystrophy Association.
National CASA Grant Awards CASA programs in West Virginia were awarded a total of $139,500 in grants from the National CASA Association. The National CASA Grants Program is supported by a cooperative agreement from the US Department of Justice, Office of Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention, Office of Justice Programs, with additional support from Jewelers for Children.
“Very well done and coordinated conference. Very elegant and professional atmosphere.” ~ Conference Participant “Excellent; useful information provided in each section. One of the best conferences I’ve attended.” ~ Conference Participant
2009 Tour de CASA and Celebrity Tricycle Race The Tour de CASA and Celebrity Tricycle Race was a benefit bicycle ride and tricycle race held in Huntington, WV. The event was co-sponsored by Clear Channel and occurred in conjunction with the annual Oktoberfest. Celebrity Tricycle Race FIRST PLACE SECOND PLACE THIRD PLACE
Thank you to our additional racers: J. Amsbary – WV CASA Association |
