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This summer, Child Advocates of Montgomery County introduced its inaugural Summer Programming Series for youth detained at the Olen Underwood Juvenile Justice Center.

Child Advocates of Montgomery County is proud to recognize Judge Scharlene Valdez, Presiding Judge of Montgomery County Court at Law #6, as our nominee for the 2025 ATHENA Leadership Award—presented by the Conroe/Lake Conroe Chamber of Commerce.

Each month we profile one of our amazing Advocates. This month, we invite you to meet Sholly Walker. She became an Advocate in February 2022. She has served on three child welfare cases and one Justice-Involved Youth case.

In the wake of recent flooding across the Hill Country, many children and families are navigating the emotional and physical aftermath. Using the principles of Trust-Based Relational Intervention® (TBRI), we’re sharing six easy-to-implement tools that help calm stress responses, promote emotional expression, and build a sense of safety.

On June 12, Montgomery County Court at Law No. 6 (CCL 6) Presiding Judge Scharlene W. Valdez and Child Advocates of Montgomery County welcomed the Conroe ISD Guidance and Counseling team for a comprehensive overview of the Justice-Involved Youth (JIY) Advocacy Program.

Hope in Action is a series to highlight the aspects of our volunteer work. Advocacy for a child, whether in child welfare, juvenile justice, or truancy systems, covers several activities from court hearings to visits with a child to conversations with parents. This month, we invite you to meet teenager Ryder* and his Advocate, Lisa*.

Each month we profile one of our amazing Advocates. This month, we invite you to meet Dwight Osteen. He became an Advocate in July 2024. During his first year, he has served on three justice-involved youth cases.

Child Advocates of Montgomery County is proud to announce the opening of the Waste Connections Food Pantry, stocked with nutritious foods generously provided by H-E-B.

Hope in Action is a series to highlight the aspects of our volunteer work. Advocacy for a child, whether in child welfare, juvenile justice, or truancy systems, covers several activities from court hearings to visits with a child to conversations with parents. This month, we invite you to meet baby Harper* and her Advocate, Chelsea*.

Each month we profile one of our amazing Advocates. This month, we invite you to meet Nancy McCulloch. She became an Advocate in 2015. During her 10 years of volunteering, she has served on 12 child welfare cases. Nancy was recently recognized at our 2025 Volunteer & Community Appreciation Event for her dedication and years of service.

Child Advocates of Montgomery County is proud to announce the official unveiling of the Fitness Project Children’s Library, made possible by the incredible generosity of Fitness Project.

Child Advocates of Montgomery County hosted its Champions for Children “Hope Grows” Volunteer and Community Appreciation Event at The Peach Orchard in The Woodlands on Wednesday, April 23, 2025. As April marks Volunteer Appreciation Month, the organization celebrated the unwavering commitment of more than 250 volunteers and dedicated community partners who support Montgomery County’s most vulnerable children and families.

Hope in Action is a series to highlight the aspects of our volunteer work. Advocacy for a child, whether in child welfare, juvenile justice, or truancy systems, covers several activities from court hearings to visits with a child to conversations with parents. This month, we invite you to meet teenager Jordan* and his Advocate, Curtis*.

Each month we profile one of our amazing Advocates. This month, we invite you to meet Alice Carstens. She became an Advocate in 2022 and has served on three child welfare cases. Alice is being recognized at the 35th annual Women of Distinction luncheon in May 2025 as the honoree for Child Advocates of Montgomery County.