Child Advocates of Montgomery County

CasaManager Come & Go
2025-10-27 10:30 - 12:00, 2025-11-20 14:00 - 15:30, 2025-11-24 14:00 - 15:30 (America/New_York) | TX
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.

Hope Tool Training
2025-10-28 10:00 - 11:30, 2025-11-13 14:00 - 15:30 | 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.

Jason’s Deli Fundraiser
2025-10-29 17:00 - 21:00 | Jason’s Deli, 1340 Lake Woodlands Drive, The Woodlands, TX, 77380, United States
Join us Wednesday, Oct. 29, at Jason’s Deli (on Lake Woodlands) for a fundraiser, supporting Child Advocates of Montgomery County. Order online using code FUND20 or present this flyer when you dine-in and Jason’s Deli will donate a percentage of your total food purchase back to Child Advocates. Fundraiser applies to dine-in, take-out, and curbside orders. Fundraiser does not apply to catering or delivery orders.
Jason’s Deli Fundraiser
When: Wednesday, Oct. 29, 2025
Time: 5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Dine-In: Show the flyer (or mention the fundraiser at checkout)
Online Orders: Use code FUND20
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TBRI® Overview Series (Session 1)
2025-10-30 13:00 - 16:00, 2025-11-11 09:00 - 12:00 | TX
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!

Let's Build Your Next Visit Bag Together
2025-11-03 14:00 - 16:00 | TX
Would you benefit from one-on-one support to plan for your next youth visit?
Could you use some ideas to incorporate CFE tools into your conversations?
Or introduce a TBRI tool to the youth or family?
Is there an opportunity to shop for a toy, book or blanket to bring with you?

If any of these sounds interesting please join us!
This is a come & go opportunity to best meet your needs

Chat with Child Advocates (Conroe morning event)
2025-11-05 09:00 - 10:00, 2025-12-03 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.

Dyslexia 101 Training (Virtual)
2025-11-05 12:00 - 13:30, 2025-11-19 14:00 - 15:30 | TX
Join Katie Wamhoff, Advocacy Specialist, for this informative training!
Dyslexia 101: Understanding and supporting youth with Dyslexia
This training is for Advocates and Staff who are interested in learning more about Dyslexia, recognizing some of the signs, understanding how we learn to read, and encouraging ways to support the youth and their families.
Join us by signing up HERE

2025 HOPE Summit
2025-11-06 08:30 - 16:00 | Houston CityPlace Marriott at Springwoods Village, 1200 Lake Plaza Dr, Spring, TX, 77389, United States
Presented by:

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2025 Hope Summit | Hope-Centered. Trauma-Informed. Child and Youth-Focused.
November 6, 2025 | 8:30 a.m.-4:00 p.m.
Houston CityPlace Marriott at Springwoods Village | 1200 Lake Plaza Dr, Spring, TX 77389

The 2025 HOPE Summit, facilitated by Dr. Chan Hellman, Ph.D., one of the world’s leading hope scholars and co-author of Hope Rising: How the Science of Hope Can Change Your Life, is a transformative experience designed to deepen understanding of hope as a powerful tool for overcoming adversity.
Based on Dr. Hellman’s evidence-backed research, this summit explores his Hope Centered™ curriculum, equipping attendees with practical strategies to foster resilience and healing in children and families.
The HOPE Summit is designed to be impactful for everyone, whether you’ve attended a previous CTI Conference or are completely new to these concepts. This powerful event will lay the foundation for understanding the science of hope and how it intersects with trauma-informed care, equipping attendees with evidence-based strategies to support and empower children and families in need. Whether you work with children in any capacity or lead within an organization, the HOPE Summit will offer valuable tools and perspectives on building resilience in both children and adults.
If you’ve previously attended a CTI Conference, this summit is a vital next step, tying together insights on trauma, TBRI® (Trust-Based Relational Intervention®), and the science of hope, empowering professionals, caregivers, advocates, and others serving children and families to create lasting change. However, no prior experience is necessary—just a commitment to learning, growing, and bringing hope to those who need it most!
HOPE SUMMIT PACKET
Download the summit materials packet.
Due to Hurricane Melissa’s impact last week, our printer experienced delays in shipping the printed packets. As a result, we are unable to provide complete printed packets on-site. If possible, please print the packet and bring it with you to the conference to ensure you have all the materials.
Benefits Included with Summit Attendance:
Breakfast, lunch, snacks, and beverages are included.
Continuing education credits will be available.
Travel Information and Lodging:
If you will be traveling to the conference from outside of the area and would like to book a room at the Houston CityPlace Marriott at Springwoods Village, we can extend a discounted room rate. Please use the link below to access our room block and lock in the discounted rate. The block covers room reservations for Wednesday, Nov. 5 and/or Thursday, Nov. 6. PLEASE NOTE: Room block reservations must be made prior to October 22. Reservations made after October 22 will be subject to the hotel’s standard rates.
Make hotel reservations here.
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Agenda: Leading with Science and the Power of Hope
Primary Outcomes:

Participants will understand the Science of Hope
Participants will gain a common language of Hope.
Participants will understand the connection between hope and collective hope to well-being.

8:30 – 8:40 AM
Welcome & Invocation (Ann Marie Ronsman, President & CEO, Child Advocates of Montgomery County and Judge Wayne L. Mack)
8:40 – 9:30 AM
Building a Hope-Centered and Trauma-Informed Community with the Foundations of TBRI® (Ann Marie Ronsman)
9:30 – 10:45 AM
Introduction to the Science and Power of Hope (Dr. Chan Hellman)
10:45 – 11:00 AM
Break
11:00 – 11:20 AM
Goal-Setting Worksheet (Dr. Chan Hellman)
11:20 – 11:45 AM
Hope Worksheet (Dr. Chan Hellman)
11:45 AM – Noon
Break
Noon – 12:45 PM
Lunch
12:45 – 2:00 PM
Hope-Centered Organization, Collective Hope, and Leadership (Dr. Chan Hellman)
2:00 – 2:15 PM
Break
2:15 – 2:45 PM
Small Group Break-Out (Dr. Angela Pharris)
2:45 – 2:55 PM
Share-Out Small Group Discussions
2:55 – 3:30 PM
Next Steps: Visioning Priorities for Implementing Hope (Dr. Angela Pharris)
3:30 – 4:00 PM
Closing Remarks (Ann Marie Ronsman)
Download 2025 HOPE Summit Agenda.
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ABOUT THE SPEAKERS:
Chan M. Hellman
Chan M. Hellman is a professor at the University of Oklahoma and Director of The Hope Research Center and has published over 80 research studies. Chan joined the University of Oklahoma in 2002 teaching graduate courses in research methods, statistics, and more recently Hope Theory to Practice. Chan was inducted into the Oklahoma Higher Education Hall of Fame in 2025.
Chan’s research is focused on hope as a psychological strength helping children and adults overcome trauma and adversity—he presented on this work with TEDx. His on-going research informs the development of the “Hope Centered and Trauma Informed™” training program used to promote Hope Centered Organizations across the US. Chan has Co-Founded Hope Rising Oklahoma along with First Lady Sarah Stitt in their effort to make Oklahoma a hope-centered state. Chan is the co-author of the award-winning book “Hope Rising: How the Science of Hope Can Change Your Life” published by Morgan James. Chan was one of five invited workshops for Jane Goodall’s Activating Hope Summit (2021). In 2023, Chan was invited to a main stage presentation at the American Psychological Association convention. Chan’s work has been featured in the Wall Street Journal, the Washington Post, American Psychological Association Monitor, CNN, and TIME Magazine. The OU Hope Research Center received the 2024 “Building Knowledge Through Research” award by the US Department of Justice – Office for Victims of Crime based on the effect the science of hope has on helping organizations serve victims of crime.

Angela D. Pharris
Dr. Pharris is an Associate Professor in the Anne & Henry Zarrow School of Social Work at the University of Oklahoma, Director of the Child Welfare Impact Institute, and Senior Researcher at the Hope Research Center. Her research is focused on the application and implementation of hope-centered and trauma-informed practices that impact human service programs. Angela’s current research is in child welfare and human service organizations and the application of the hope as a framework for practice. This research informed the development of the “Hope Centered and Trauma Informed™” training program. Hope is a psychological strength, a buffer to stress, adversity, and burnout, and a hopeful mindset that improves organizational and individual outcomes.

Sponsorships & Event Registration Form:

Presenting Sponsor

Lunch Sponsor

Breakfast Sponsor

TBRI® Tools Sponsor

Supporting Sponsors
Grimes & Fertitta Law Firm
Judge Scharlene Valdez
Texas Children’s Hospital The Woodlands
Table Sponsors
CASA of Galveston County
Conroe ISD
Margaret Hollinger
Miracle Farm Boys Ranch
Attendees at the 2024 CTI Conference

2026 HOPE for Children Gala Committee Meeting
2025-11-10 17:30 - 19:30 | The Canopy Center at Memorial Hermann, 1120 Medical Plaza Drive, Unit 250, Shenandoah, 77380, United States
Join us to plan the 2026 Child Advocates HOPE for Children Gala! The 2026 Gala Committee is off to a great start, and we’d love to have you be a part of it!
DATE: Monday, Nov. 10, 2025
TIME: 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
LOCATION: The Canopy Center at Memorial Hermann in The Woodlands, located at 1120 Medical Plaza Drive, Unit 250, Shenandoah, TX 77380
WHAT: Committee meeting to plan our 2026 Gala
The 2026 HOPE for Children Gala is on Saturday, March 7, 2026, at Margaritaville Lake Resort at Lake Conroe.
We’re expanding our committee this year and would love for you to join us! Whether you’re a seasoned volunteer or a hoping to get involved for the first time, we invite you to join us and explore how you can get involved.
For details or questions, email us at Info@ChildAdvocatesTexas.org.

Chat with Child Advocates (virtual evening gathering)
2025-11-12 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
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Meeting ID: 276 781 089 162
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If you have questions or would like additional information, please contact Shellie Tyrrell, Lead Outreach Specialist, at: Shellie@ChildAdvocatesTexas.org.

TBRI® Lunch & Learn (Virtual)
2025-11-14 12:00 - 13:00, 2025-12-05 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.

TBRI® Overview Series (Session 2)
2025-11-18 09:00 - 12:00 | TX

The Intersectionality of Juvenile Justice and Child Welfare Experiences in LA County (Webinar)
2025-11-18 13:00 - 14:00 | TX
Youth with lived experience in both the child welfare and juvenile justice systems face unique challenges, compounded by systemic inequities and barriers to opportunity. This panel will uplift the voices of young leaders from Los Angeles County who have navigated these overlapping systems. They will share personal stories, discuss the intersections of child welfare and juvenile justice, and highlight opportunities for reform and healing. Audience members will leave with concrete insights into how to support youth across systems.

Follow this link to register to attend this Zoom call

Chat with Child Advocates (The Woodlands afternoon event)
2025-11-19 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.

Fajita Pete’s Spirit Night | RESCHEDULED!
2025-11-21 11:00 - 20:30 | Fajita Pete’s The Woodlands, 24345 Gosling Road, Suite 225, Spring, TX, 77389, United States
Join us FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 21, all day at Fajita Pete’s (The Woodlands location) for a spirit night, supporting Child Advocates of Montgomery County. When you dine-in, take-out, or order online, a portion of the sales will be donated to Child Advocates. To receive the give-back donation, diners simply order their meal without having to mention the fundraiser!
Fajita Pete’s Spirit Night
When: Friday, Nov. 21, 2025
Time: 11:00 a.m. to 8:30 p.m. | All Day
Where: The Woodlands location | 24345 Gosling Road, Suite 225, Spring, Texas 77389
Curbside, Take-Out, or Delivery: Order and enjoy your meal!

ACEs and Toxic Stress
2025-11-21 11:30 - 13:00 | TX
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

CAMC Book Club Gathering
2025-12-01 17:00 - 18:30 | 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.
Due to the size of the book, we’re meeting in December. The group will discuss Demon Copperhead by Barbara Kingsolver. (Please read the description and reviews to be prepared for the content)
December 1st – 5:00 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.
Great Room
505 N. Main Street
Conroe, Texas 77301
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TBRI® Overview Series (Session 1)
2025-12-02 08:00 - 17:00, 2025-12-02 09:00 - 12:00 | Child Advocates of Montgomery County, 505 N. Main Street, Conroe, TX, 77301, United States

Autism 101 Training (Virtual)
2025-12-03 12:00 - 13:30 | https://childadvocatestexas.org/event/autism-101-training-virtual-3/2025-12-03/
Join Katie Wamhoff, Advocacy Specialist, for this informative training!
Autism 101: Increasing successful relationships for your youth with Autism Spectrum Disorder
This training is for Advocates and Staff who are interested in learning about Autism Spectrum Disorders, including: diagnostic criteria, common therapies, basic considerations for educating students on the Autism spectrum, and ways to increase positive, productive interactions for the advocate and the youth.

Join us by signing up HERE

Let's Build Your Next Visit Bag Together
2025-12-03 14:00 - 15:00 | Child Advocates of Montgomery County, 505 N. Main Street, Conroe, TX, 77301, United States

The Neurosequential Model: An Approach We Can All Use to Help Children Who Have Experienced Trauma Develop and Thrive (Virtual)
2025-12-03 15:30 - 17:00 | https://childadvocatestexas.org/event/the-neurosequential-model-an-approach-we-can-all-use-to-help-children-who-have-experienced-trauma-develop-and-thrive-virtual/2025-12-03/
Join Texas Lawyers for Children for the virtual replay of this webinar held in October:
You don’t want to miss this opportunity to learn about the Neurosequential Model –which was developed by Dr. Bruce Perry! This is not one treatment model, but an approach that looks at trauma through the lens of neurobiology to assess the strengths and needs of children who have experienced trauma. The Model provides a child-specific, developmentally sensitive sequence of therapeutic, educational, relational, and enrichment activities that help children who have experienced trauma heal and thrive.
The FREE webinar will cover —
– What is the Neurosequential Model?
– How does this unique, science-informed approach help us all better serve children who have experienced trauma?
– How is this Model being used in therapeutics, education, and caregiving?
– How can judges, attorneys, and other stakeholders use the Model to help assess and provide what children in their cases need for healing?

Register here to attend

The Neurosequential Model: An Approach We Can All Use to Help Children Who Have Experienced Trauma Develop and Thrive (Virtual)
2025-12-04 11:45 - 13:15 | https://childadvocatestexas.org/event/the-neurosequential-model-an-approach-we-can-all-use-to-help-children-who-have-experienced-trauma-develop-and-thrive-virtual/2025-12-04/
