(ROCKWALL, TX — May 15, 2017) Lone Star CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocates) recently recognized 25 years of advocacy for the children of Rockwall and Kaufman Counties at the Volunteer Appreciation Banquet held at Hidden Creek in Heath. During these 25 years, CASA volunteers have devoted many hours, driven many miles, and found themselves in […]
(ROCKWALL, TX — Feb. 28, 2017) Eight new volunteers were sworn in for Lone Star CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocates) on Wednesday, February 22 by Judge Bret Hall. Pictured from left to right are: Kristy Bailey, Sharon Jordan, Kent Crouch, Raven Williams, Judge Hall, Michele Zeltinger, Amanda Fowler, Brandi Boyd and Debbie Key. Volunteers must […]
(ROCKWALL, TX — Feb. 2, 2017) While many children eagerly await candy and cards this Valentine’s Day, children in the child welfare system wait for something much more permanent – a loving home. Last year, more than 17,000 children were removed from their homes due to evidence of abuse or neglect and placed in the […]
(ROCKWALL, TX – Nov. 29, 2016) Eight new volunteers for Lone Star CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocates) were sworn in on Monday, November 21st. Pictured from left are Angel Cleveland, Mac McDaniel, Jerry Francis, Stephanie Francis, Judge Brett Hall, Melinda Odom, Danielle Oliveira, Tiffany Dunkin and Candius Truscott. CASA volunteers complete 30 hours of training, […]
(ROCKWALL COUNTY, TX – Nov. 16, 2016) Lone Star CASA volunteers are Court Appointed Special Advocates who help children in Kaufman and Rockwall Counties. They are appointed by a judge to discover the best possible outcome for abused or neglected children in foster care. It is the goal of the CASA volunteer that every one […]
(ROCKWALL, TX — Nov. 2, 2016) Every child needs a hero, but abused and neglected children need SUPER HEROES! You can be a part of providing a SuperHero for abused or neglected children in Rockwall and Kaufman County by supporting the 2016 Lone Star CASA Annual 5K and Fun Run. Lone Star CASA is excited […]
(ROCKWALL, TX – Sept. 21, 2016) Lone Star CASA, Inc. is participating in North Texas Giving Day. NTGD is an annual fundraising event for non-profit organizations serving our area. This Thursday, September 22, 2016, click on this link: northtexasgivingday.org/npo/lone-star-casa to make your donation to LONE STAR CASA. The mission of Lone Star CASA is to […]
(ROCKWALL, TX – Aug. 1, 2016) Lone Star CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocates), which advocates for children in Kaufman and Rockwall Counties, will host Information Sessions for those interested in learning more about the organization and becoming a CASA volunteer. CASA volunteers are appointed by a judge to discover the best possible outcome for abused […]
(ROCKWALL, TX — June 14, 2016) Thirteen new CASA volunteers were sworn in on Monday, June 13, setting a record for new volunteers! Pictured from left to right are: Jim Craig, April Smigielski, Jessica Milton, Debbie Seese, Shelley Hays, Jodi Pendarvis, Judge Brett Hall, Robin Cruz, Greg Smith, Katrina Johnson, Chris Cameron, Mel Fox, Toni […]
(ROCKWALL, TX – April 18, 2016) Lone Star CASA board members and volunteers joined Rockwall residents in recognizing Child Abuse Prevention and Awareness month in Rockwall County with a balloon release on the steps of the historic courthouse on Thursday, April 14. The event featured a special performance by the Amy Parks-Heath Elementary School Lighthouse […]