Child Advocates of Montgomery County

Child Advocates Book Club Gathering
2026-04-30 17:00 - 18:30 (America/New_York) | Child Advocates of Montgomery County, 505 N. Main Street, Conroe, TX, 77301, United States
The Child Advocates Book Club meets approximately every other month to discuss a book related to advocacy work. Volunteers earn training hours for reading the book and participating in the group discussion.

For questions, contact Training & TBRI® Community Education Specialist Julie Brown at Julie@ChildAdvocatesTexas.org. You can join the book club at any time, and you’re welcome to attend even if you haven’t read the book yet.

The group will discuss Atomic Habits by James Clear & Remarkably Bright Creatures by Shelby Van Pelt

April 30 – 5:00 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.
Great Room
505 N. Main Street
Conroe, Texas 77301
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Court Report Homework Review (virtual)
2026-04-28 18:00 - 19:30 | TX
Join Julie Brown (TBRI® Practitioner, Training and TBRI® Community Education Specialist) for this post swear-in virtual gathering.

This session is a follow up to our program’s Pre-Service training class, with a focus on reviewing the Court Report Homework assignment.
We’ll gather as a group and walk through each field of the report template with examples provided by participants.
We’ll touch on tools used when preparing the court report, timing expectations, and including your Specialist in the review.
Advocates who were recently sworn-in will be invited to attend this session. See sign-up link to attend.

Self-Care Series
2026-04-27 14:00 - 15:30 | Child Advocates of Montgomery County, 505 N. Main Street, Conroe, TX, 77301, United States
Does self-care have an important spot on your daily or weekly calendar? Or are you like most of us, and it winds up at the bottom of your to-do list, and often gets pushed aside altogether?
We’d like to help change this!
We’re launching a new Self-Care Series, and we’d love to see you join us!
We’ll delve into different areas and topics each month, with activities and takeaways to provide you actionable steps.
See this LINK for details and to sign up!

Blue Sunday Day of Prayer
2026-04-26 | TX
The last Sunday in April is always the Blue Sunday Day of Prayer.
On Blue Sunday, churches pray for the victims of child abuse and their rescuers and caregivers. Blue Sunday began with some twenty churches and has now become an international event of 7.5 million plus participants.
You can participate in different ways, including registering your church, sharing a short video of your prayer and/or tweeting the event or sharing on Facebook.
Additional information and resources are available on the Blue Sunday Child Abuse Prevention Initiative website.

TBRI® Overview Series (Session 4)
2026-04-24 13:00 - 16:00 | Child Advocates of Montgomery County, 505 N. Main Street, Conroe, TX, 77301, United States
This series is for any advocate who would like to learn more about:

Why we use TBRI®, What the TBRI® principles are, and How we use TBRI® strategies.
Who would benefit from these sessions?
Seasoned Advocates, newly sworn in Advocates, and all advocates in between.
All are welcome to attend and broaden your understanding and use of TBRI®!

Session #4 is the last one of the series!

Use this link for more details and to signup!

Chat with Child Advocates (Woodforest/Montgomery evening event)
2026-04-23 16:00 - 17:00, 2026-03-26 16:00 - 17:00 | Luv Coffee, 820 Pine Market Avenue, Suite 100, Montgomery, TX, 77316, United States
Join current staff and volunteers for coffee and conversation about becoming an Advocate for our community’s most vulnerable children and families.
Come as you are, and enjoy coffee and light bites with us!
Luv Coffee | 820 Pine Market Avenue Suite 100, Montgomery, TX 77316 | 4:00-5:00 pm
If you have questions or would like additional information, please contact Shellie Tyrrell, Lead Outreach Specialist, at: Shellie@ChildAdvocatesTexas.org.

2026 Champions for Children Awards Breakfast
2026-04-22 07:30 - 09:00 | Truluck’s Ocean’s Finest Seafood & Crab, 1900 Hughes Landing Blvd., Ste. 600, The Woodlands, 77380, United States
You’re invited to celebrate and honor our county’s most dedicated champions for children.
2026 Champions for Children honorees:
Faith Bible Church
Junior League of The Woodlands
Leadership Montgomery County
The remarkable organizations honored this year have made a significant impact in our community, ensuring a brighter future for our youngest citizens. Join us for a morning of inspiration, community, and celebration.
Let’s champion the cause of our community’s children together!
Wednesday, April 22, 2026 | 7:30 a.m. – 9:00 a.m.
Awards Presentation: 8:00 a.m.

1900 Hughes Landing Blvd, Suite 600, The Woodlands, TX 77380

Limited seating is available, and pre-registration is required.
Secure your spot by purchasing tickets at $50 per person. Tickets will be available online through Sunday, April 19, 2026.
Tickets will not be sold at the door.
Breakfast is included.
Purchase tickets:

CasaManager Come & Go
2026-04-20 14:00 - 15:30, 2026-03-23 14:00 - 16:00 | Child Advocates of Montgomery County, 505 N. Main Street, Conroe, TX, 77301, United States
CasaManager is our new documentation tool!

Would you benefit from an opportunity to bring in your technology and walk through the new documentation screens together in person?
We’re offering several come & go sessions to meet your needs and busy schedules.
AND YES, you’ll earn continuing education hours for attending!

Please see the days and times available to pick the best window for you.

Sparkle & Support: An Exclusive Giving Event at Jared Jewelers
2026-04-19 18:00 - 20:00 | Jared Jewelers – The Woodlands, 1475 Lake Woodlands Drive, The Woodlands, TX, 77380, United States
Join us for Sparkle & Support: An Exclusive Giving Event at Jared Jewelers in The Woodlands. Enjoy a relaxed evening with private access to the showroom and the opportunity to shop stunning pieces while enjoying complimentary champagne, beer, wine, and non-alcoholic beverages. Jared is generously donating 20% of all sales that evening to Child Advocates of Montgomery County.
Sunday, April 19, 2026
6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. (come-and-go event)
Jared Jewelers – The Woodlands
1475 Lake Woodlands Drive
The Woodlands, TX 77380
To reserve your spot for this exclusive event, visit the Events page at Jared Jewelers. Using the Category filter, select “Sparkle & Support” and choose the date “4/19/2026.” Click “Reserve Now.”

TBRI® Overview Series (Session 2)
2026-04-17 09:00 - 12:00 | Child Advocates of Montgomery County, 505 N. Main Street, Conroe, TX, 77301, United States
This series is for any advocate who would like to learn more about:

Why we use TBRI®, What the TBRI® principles are, and How we use TBRI® strategies.
Who would benefit from these sessions?
Seasoned Advocates, newly sworn in Advocates, and all advocates in between.
All are welcome to attend and broaden your understanding and use of TBRI®!

Use this link for more details and to signup!

Concert for Hope
2026-04-16 17:45 - 20:30 | 9595 Six Pines Drive, The Woodlands, Texas, 77380, 9595 Six Pines Drive, The Woodlands, TX, 77380, United States
Join the Montgomery County Child Welfare Collaboration at the Concert for Hope to raise awareness about child abuse and learn how you can bring hope to children and teens in foster care.
April 16, 2025 | 5:45 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Market Street
9595 Six Pines Drive, The Woodlands, Texas 77380
The evening will include a ceremony and a free concert by the Jon Kott Band.

ADHD 101 Training (Virtual)
2026-04-16 14:00 - 15:30, 2026-03-19 10:00 - 11:30 | TX
Join Katie Wamhoff, Advocacy Specialist, for this informative training!
This training is designed to give Advocates a basic overview of the neurological foundation, diagnostic criteria, and common treatments for Attention Deficit Hyper-Activity Disorder (ADHD). We will also touch on school accommodations that may be offered to students through special education programs.

The link to join the meeting will be sent out to enrolled Advocates the day before / morning of training.

Click this link to sign up!

CFE Community Call (Virtual)
2026-04-16 14:00 - 15:00 | TX
Join the TX CASA CFE team for a CFE Community Call.
A learning and networking opportunity for those involved in CFE to come together and share ideas, strategies, and learnings – strengthening our statewide CFE community.
See the CFE page for the 4/16 call details.

Upcoming calls are scheduled for:
9/18/25 – Family Meeting Facilitation
1/15/26 – Collaboration
4/16/26 – Ages 0–5
6/18/26 – Older Youth

Zoom meeting link to join all calls: texascasa.org/cfecommcall26

Chat with Child Advocates (The Woodlands afternoon event)
2026-04-15 13:00 - 14:00 | Third Gen Coffee, 25136 Grogan's Park Drive, The Woodlands, TX, 77380, United States
Join current staff and volunteers for coffee and conversation about becoming an Advocate for our community’s most vulnerable children and families.
Come as you are, and enjoy complimentary coffee with us.
Third Gen Coffee | 25136 Grogan’s Park Drive | The Woodlands, Texas 77380
If you have questions or would like additional information, please contact Shellie Tyrrell, Lead Outreach Specialist, at: Shellie@ChildAdvocatesTexas.org.

Spring Soirée at J.McLaughlin in The Woodlands
2026-04-14 13:00 - 18:00 | J.McLaughlin, 9595 Six Pines Drive, Suite 865, The Woodlands, TX, 77380, United States
Join us for a Spring Soirée at J.McLaughlin in The Woodlands along with hostesses Christine Bergsrud and Rachel de Groot for Sips and Spring Shopping!
10% of sales will benefit Child Advocates of Montgomery County.
DATE: Tuesday, April 14, 2026
TIME: 1 p.m. to 6 p.m.
WHERE: J.McLaughlin | Market Street
9595 Six Pines Drive, The Woodlands, TX

Child Advocates Volunteer Appreciation Event
2026-04-13 17:30 - 20:30 | The Peach Orchard, 1737 Sawdust Road, Spring, TX, 77380, United States
Please join us for our annual Volunteer Appreciation event to celebrate the dedication of our amazing volunteers!
Date: Monday, April 13, 2026
Time: 5:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. (come for all or part of the evening)
Location: The Peach Orchard, 1737 Sawdust Road, Spring, TX 77380
We are excited to invite our incredible volunteers and community partners to the upcoming Hope for Children Volunteer Appreciation: Santorini Sunset! Join us for an inspiring celebration honoring your unwavering dedication and the profound impact you’ve made in the lives of children and families in our community. Let’s come together to reflect, connect, and celebrate the hope that continues to grow because of you. We cordially invite you and a guest to our Volunteer and Community Appreciation Event.
EVENT HIGHLIGHTS:
Cocktail Hour (5:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m.)
Enjoy beverages while mingling with fellow guests.
Dinner, Program, Awards Presentation (6:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.)
Delight in a delicious buffet dinner as we celebrate your remarkable contributions. Hear inspiring insights and updates from the past year from our president and CEO, Ann Marie Ronsman, and learn more about the impact you’ve made.
Mix and Mingle (7:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.)
Guests: You’re welcome to bring a guest to share in this special occasion with you.
Attire: Smart casual/business casual welcome. Dress comfortably, and wear what makes you feel great!
Join us at The Peach Orchard as we raise our glasses to you—our volunteers and valued community partners who make a difference every day. Together, we’ve transformed lives, and we can’t wait to celebrate with you!
Please RSVP by April 1. We look forward to seeing you there!
RSVP HERE

TBRI® Lunch & Learn (Virtual)
2026-04-10 12:00 - 13:00 | TX
Join Francine Stanfield, Lead Training & TBRI® Community Education Specialist and TBRI® Practitioner, for “TBRI® Lunch & Learn” virtual sessions.
Our Lunch & Learns are for Child Advocates volunteers and staff and are intended to be a deeper dive into specific TBRI® practices.
We include time for Q&A over the current topic, or any other TBRI® related topics.
For additional details and to sign up CLICK HERE.

Chat with Child Advocates (virtual evening gathering)
2026-04-08 17:00 - 18:00 | https://teams.microsoft.com/l/meetup-join/19%3ameeting_OTViZjI3YzEtODg2ZS00ZjdiLWI1MjItMTc5ODM4MjExMzFl%40thread.v2/0?context=%7b%22Tid%22%3a%229246d63d-198c-490e-847e-ab536dfa5819%22%2c%22Oid%22%3a%225fa3c160-d7b6-49cd-a531-7171f97c3736%22%7d
From the comfort of your home, join current staff and volunteers for informational conversations about becoming an Advocate for our community’s most vulnerable children and families.
Wind down your day with us as we gather virtually!
Come and learn more virtually on Microsoft Teams — the second Wednesday of every month!
MICROSOFT TEAMS MEETING LINK
Join Meeting
Meeting ID: 276 781 089 162
Passcode: [REDACTED]
If you have questions or would like additional information, please contact Shellie Tyrrell, Lead Outreach Specialist, at: Shellie@ChildAdvocatesTexas.org.

Rooted in Yourself: Preserving Mental Health and Energy in CASA Work (Virtual)
2026-04-08 12:00 - 13:30 | TX
Your well-being is essential to your advocacy.
This webinar, hosted by Texas CASA, is a space for CASA volunteers and child advocates to reflect, recharge, and reconnect with their purpose. The work is meaningful—but it can also be emotionally demanding. Let’s talk about how to sustain your energy and mental health while showing up fully for the children you serve.
In this session, we’ll explore:

How to recognize signs of secondary trauma, compassion fatigue, and burnout.
Practical tools for setting boundaries, saying no, and checking in with yourself.
When and how to reach out for support from your supervisor or team.

You’ll leave with strategies to help you stay grounded, resilient, and rooted in your own well-being—because caring for yourself is part of caring for others.

To sign up – > Log into your CASA College account
Then navigate to Upcoming Instructor Lead Events

TBRI® Overview Series (Session 1)
2026-04-08 09:00 - 12:30 | TX

ACEs and Toxic Stress
2026-04-02 14:00 - 15:30 | Child Advocates of Montgomery County, 505 N. Main Street, Conroe, TX, 77301, United States
Could you use a refresher on what Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) are?

Or better understand the impact of Toxic Stress on the brain and body?
And walk away with TBRI® strategies to engage with families and youth who have experienced ACEs?

Join us for this in-person training.
SIGN UP HERE

Chat with Child Advocates (Conroe morning event)
2026-04-01 09:00 - 10:00 | Starbucks, 1351 West Davis Street, Conroe, TX, 77304, United States
Join current staff and volunteers for coffee and conversation about becoming an Advocate for our community’s most vulnerable children and families.
Come as you are, and enjoy complimentary coffee and light breakfast with us.
Conroe Starbucks | 1351 West Davis Street (near The Home Depot) | Conroe, Texas 77304
If you have questions or would like additional information, please contact Shellie Tyrrell, Lead Outreach Specialist, at: Shellie@ChildAdvocatesTexas.org.

Pinwheel Garden
2026-04-01 - 2026-04-30 | Child Advocates of Montgomery County, 505 N. Main Street, Conroe, TX, 77301, United States
Stop by the Child Advocates office at 505 N. Main Street, Conroe, Texas, during April to see the Pinwheel Garden in honor of National Child Abuse Prevention Month. Each blue pinwheel represents a child served by volunteer Advocates in Montgomery County in 2025. This includes children involved in the child welfare, juvenile justice, and truancy systems. The garden raises awareness of the number of children who have experienced trauma in our community.

HOPE Tool Training (Virtual)
2026-03-30 18:00 - 19:30 | TX
Please join us for this training on

The Science of Hope: Helping Children Heal from Trauma
Lead by Child Advocates of Montgomery County Staff.

We’ll talk about why Hope is important.
How Hope can be measured.
Strategies for you to incorporate Hope into your advocacy.

Sign up to join us.

TBRI® Overview Series (Session 3)
2026-03-25 13:00 - 16:00 | Child Advocates of Montgomery County, 505 N. Main Street, Conroe, TX, 77301, United States

Men of CASA Gathering
2026-03-23 16:00 - 18:00 | Goode Company Kitchen & Cantina, 8865 Six Pines Drive, Suite 150, Shenandoah, TX, 77380, United States
Join Child Advocates staff and volunteers for a Men of CASA Gathering on Monday, March 23, from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. Come and go, and enjoy fellowship, trivia games & prizes, and fun! We welcome current and prospective Advocates!
Goode Company Kitchen & Cantina (on the patio)
8865 Six Pines Drive
Suite 150
Shenandoah, TX 77380
If you have questions, please contact Lead Outreach Specialist Shellie Tyrrell at (936) 441-5437

TBRI® Overview Series (Session 2 - Virtual)
2026-03-19 13:00 - 16:00 | TX
