CASA of Wyoming Valley has announced the appointment of Ryan Schofield as Executive Director and the promotion of Program Director Jade Levi to Senior Director of Operations.
This leadership transition positions CASA to expand volunteer advocacy for children in foster care across the region.
“I am honored to lead CASA of Wyoming Valley,” Schofield said. “Our volunteers change the trajectory of a child’s life. I join the CASA team with a simple mission: bring on more advocates, support them and make sure every child who needs a voice has one.“
Schofield, a Northeastern Pennsylvania native, brings more than a decade of experience leading volunteer efforts across Pennsylvania focused on cancer and Alzheimer’s causes. In his career, Schofield has helped raise more than $3 million and worked with patient advocates and lawmakers on policy supporting families affected by Alzheimer’s disease. He is a University of Scranton alumnus and resides in Lackawanna County.
Levi, who joined CASA in 2020 and has led the volunteer advocacy program since 2023, now transitions into her senior role with a wealth of frontline experience. As Senior Director of Operations, she will support staff and volunteers, strengthen day-to-day operations, spearhead advocate training, and help ensure children receive consistent, high quality advocacy.
Levi holds an MSW from Widener University and a BA from Misericordia University. She has extensive experience recruiting, training, and supervising CASA volunteers, as well as managing advocate caseloads in dependency court.
“I’m honored to step into the role of Senior Director of Operations for CASA. This organization’s mission and the dedication of our staff, volunteers, and community partners inspire me every day. I look forward to strengthening our operations in ways that support our advocates and, most importantly, the children and families we serve,” Levi said.
We’re Honored to Be Nominated. Vote for CASA of Wyoming Valley!
We are honored to be nominated as a Back Mountain Chamber Community Champion in the Clubs, Community Organizations, and Non-Profit category and now we need your vote!
If CASA of Wyoming Valley has made an impact on you, your family, or our community, we would be so grateful for your support.
Voting is open now through Thursday, January 29 at midnight.
You can vote once per day per email address and in as many categories as you’d like, so feel free to vote often and spread the word!
Thank you for believing in our mission and for helping us continue to advocate for children who need a voice.
Complimentary Community Screenings of Brave the Dark
CASA of Wyoming Valley proudly invites the community to two complimentary screenings of Brave the Dark, a powerful and heartfelt film based on a true story of resilience, compassion, and hope.
Brave the Dark follows Mr. Deen, a dedicated teacher who discovers that one of his students, Nate, has been living out of his car and has landed in jail. What begins as a simple act of kindness—bailing Nate out—quickly becomes a life-changing commitment as Mr. Deen helps Nate confront the trauma of his past and overcome the inner struggles threatening his future.
Following each screening, attendees are invited to stay for a brief panel discussion featuring the filmmaker, CASA staff, and child advocates. Panelists will explore the film’s themes and discuss the real-world impact of advocacy, mentorship, and community support for children and youth who have experienced trauma.
Screening Locations & Details
Wilkes-Barre Screening
Date & Time: Tuesday, February 24 at 6:00 PM
Location: Wilkes-Barre THINK Center, 7 S Main St, Wilkes-Barre, PA 18711
Admission: Free & open to the public
RSVP Required: Space is limited
Contact to RSVP: Angelina Pacheco, Development & Communications Manager at (570) 855-2247, apacheco@luzernecasa.org.
Tunkhannock Screening
Date & Time: Wednesday, February 25 at 6:00 PM
Location: Dietrich Theater, 60 E. Tioga St, Tunkhannock, PA 18657
Admission: Free & open to the public
If you have any questions, call CASA of Wyoming Valley at 570-855-2247
Film Information:
Rating: PG-13 (for domestic violence/bloody images, suicide, strong language, teen drinking, drug material, and smoking)
Runtime: 1 hour 52 minutes
Release Date: January 24, 2025
CASA of Wyoming Valley’s Upcoming Events
How to Get Involved?
Interested in becoming a CASA advocate? Visit our website to fill out the form below or contact our office to learn more about our 2026 Spring Training Class. We also invite you to attend an upcoming information session. Together, we can change lives and build a brighter future for the youth in our community. We look forward to seeing you at our upcoming events and welcoming you to the CASA family!
