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    The Show Goes On!

    In this season of social distancing, CASA of Luzerne County hosts third annual “NEPA Sings” to raise awareness and funds for the children.
    Trevor Brandt September 30, 2020
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    CASA of Philadelphia Welcomes New Board President

    Caroline Rosch has been tapped to lead the Board of Directors of CASA Philadelphia.
    Ellen Brown September 14, 2020
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    York County CASA Announces New Director

    York County CASA welcomes Mercedes Baumgardner to head their organization.
    Ellen Brown September 14, 2020
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    The Children of Pennsylvania Need You!

    Help us make meaningful progress in educating our leaders about the importance of volunteer advocacy for Pennsylvania’s most vulnerable children. Advocate for Legislation Currently, the…

    Ellen Brown May 13, 2020
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    Ross Kanenson

    PA CASA Board Member Ross Kanenson Featured in “Window of Hope”

    PA CASA Board Member, Ross Kanenson and his family were recently featured in a photo series on PennLive that document how people across the region are…
    Trevor Brandt May 13, 2020
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    Honorable David Spurgeon Shoutout

    Allegheny County Judge Gives Facebook Shout Out To CASA Volunteers!

    Honorable David Spurgeon, who oversees the Allegheny County Family Division Court, where he hears delinquency, dependency, and PFA cases, recently rec…
    Trevor Brandt May 13, 2020
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    CASA Youth Advocates of Delaware and Chester Counties

    Virtually Unstoppable!

    In this season of social distancing, CASA YOUTH ADVOCATES OF DELAWARE & CHESTER COUNTIES, DAUPHIN COUNTY CASA and CASA OF WESTMORELAND swear-in new vo…
    Trevor Brandt May 13, 2020
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    According to the Pennsylvania Code, training provided to CASA volunteers shall use a variety of instructors, including CASA program staff, attorneys, judges, agency representatives and volunteers. When scheduling pre-service training, consider the option of incorporating an additional day to host a guest speaker on a topic or a panel of active CASA volunteers to share about their experiences.

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    If you decide to transport, consult an insurance professional and your governing body. Your governing board should review and approve this policy annually at the time insurance coverage is renewed.

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    A committee charter outlines the purpose and objectives of the committee and details the goals of the committee. Committees are established by the bylaws and have no power or authority to act on behalf of the full board. Committees shall abide by the provisions outlined in the bylaws that pertain to the meetings and actions of the board. Having charters for committees is not a requirement for National CASA/GAL; however, having a Finance Committee is a requirement of the 2020 Standards for Local Programs.

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    A committee charter outlines the purpose and objectives of the committee and details the goals of the committee. Committees are established by the bylaws and have no power or authority to act on behalf of the full board. Committees shall abide by the provisions outlined in the bylaws that pertain to the meetings and actions of the board. Having charters for committees is not a requirement for National CASA/GAL; however, having a Finance Committee is a requirement of the 2020 Standards for Local Programs.

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    A committee charter outlines the purpose and objectives of the committee and details the goals of the committee. Committees are established by the bylaws and have no power or authority to act on behalf of the full board. Committees shall abide by the provisions outlined in the bylaws that pertain to the meetings and actions of the board. Having charters for committees is not a requirement for National CASA/GAL; however, having a Finance Committee is a requirement of the 2020 Standards for Local Programs.

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    A committee charter outlines the purpose and objectives of the committee and details the goals of the committee. Committees are established by the bylaws and have no power or authority to act on behalf of the full board. Committees shall abide by the provisions outlined in the bylaws that pertain to the meetings and actions of the board. Having charters for committees is not a requirement for National CASA/GAL; however, having a Finance Committee is a requirement of the 2020 Standards for Local Programs.

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    All board officer job descriptions are to be reflective of and adopted as part of the program’s bylaws.

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    All board officer job descriptions are to be reflective of and adopted as part of the program’s bylaws.

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    All board officer job descriptions are to be reflective of and adopted as part of the program’s bylaws.

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    All board officer job descriptions are to be reflective of and adopted as part of the program’s bylaws.

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    Per National CASA/GAL standard, the agreement shall be reviewed at a minimum of every two (2) years.

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    Per National CASA/GAL standard, the agreement must be reviewed at least once every three (3) years to assess the need for updates, or when there is a change in the judicial leadership or changes in policy, law or local court rules or program resources that substantially impact the relationship between the program and the court.

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    Per National CASA/GAL Standard, the Program shall maintain a written Conflict of Interest Policy that is approved by the governing body and annually signed by staff, paid consultants, volunteers, and members of the governing body.

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    Per National CASA/GAL Standard, the Program shall maintain a written Conflict of Interest Policy that is approved by the governing body and annually signed by staff, paid consultants, volunteers, and members of the governing body.

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    Per National CASA/GAL Standard, the Program shall maintain a written Conflict of Interest Policy that is approved by the governing body and annually signed by staff, paid consultants, volunteers, and members of the governing body.

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