Welcome!

CASA of Wyoming Valley is thrilled to welcome three new members to our Board of Directors this year. Each brings fresh energy, diverse perspectives, and valuable expertise that will strengthen our mission of advocating for children in need across our community.

Please join us in welcoming:

Stephen Rosenthal
Robert Wilson
Robert Wright

A Heartfelt Thank You to Our Outgoing Board Members!

As we say goodbye to several valued members of our Board of Directors, we extend our heartfelt thanks for their years of dedicated service to CASA of Wyoming Valley. Their leadership, commitment, and passion for our mission have made a lasting impact on the children and families we serve.

We are deeply grateful for the time, guidance, and expertise they shared, which helped strengthen our organization and expand our impact in the community. While they will be missed, their contributions will continue to inspire our work moving forward. We wish them all the best in their future endeavors.

CASA of Wyoming Valley and CASA of Lackawanna County proudly invite the community to complimentary screenings of Brave the Dark, a powerful film based on a true story of resilience, compassion, and hope.

The film follows Mr. Deen, a dedicated teacher whose simple act of kindness toward a struggling student becomes a life-changing commitment. Each screening will be followed by a brief panel discussion with the filmmaker, CASA staff, and child advocates exploring the film’s themes and the impact of advocacy and mentorship.

Screenings

Wilkes-Barre

Tuesday, February 24 at 6:00 PM

Wilkes Barre THINK Center, 7 S Main St

Free & open to the public | RSVP is Required | Space is limited

Tunkhannock

Wednesday, February 25 at 6:00 PM

Dietrich Theater, 60 E. Tioga St

Free & open to the public | RSVP is Required | Space is limited

Contact to RSVP or any questions: Angelina Pacheco, Development & Communications Manager at (570) 855-2247, apacheco@luzernecasa.org.

Rated PG-13 (domestic violence/bloody images, suicide, strong language, teen drinking, drug material, and smoking) | Runtime: 1 hr 52 min | Release Date: January 24, 2025

CASA of Wyoming Valley’s Upcoming Events

How to Get Involved?

Interested in becoming a CASA advocate? Register for an Information Session that works best with your schedule 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!

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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.

Click here to Vote for CASA of Wyoming Valley

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!