CASA of Lake & Sanders Counties/Youth Connection

09/08/2026

Please consider whether you or someone that you know would benefit from our upcoming parenting class series! As always, our open enrollment courses are FREE of charge and open to any and all community members!
Through the Love and Logic method, you will learn how to
- Stay calm when your kids do upsetting things
- Set enforceable limits
- Help your kids learn from mistakes so they don't repeat them
- Avoid power struggles and arguments... and much, much more!

08/26/2026

08/26/2026

BACK-TO-SCHOOL = IEP & 504 SEASON!

A new school year brings new teachers, new goals, new schedules—and sometimes new questions about your child’s IEP or 504 Plan.

Whether you’re a parent, student, educator, or other professional, you don’t have to navigate it alone.

💬 Have questions about an IEP or 504?
📝 Need help understanding your rights?
🤝 Unsure how to prepare for a meeting?
🎯 Wondering whether your child’s supports are meeting their needs?
🧭 A youth looking for help advocating for yourself?

Call the Montana Empowerment Center. We’re here to help Montana families understand the special education process, prepare for meetings, and become confident advocates.

💙 Empower. Encourage. Educate.
📞 Reach out for free, confidential support.

LIVE PHONE HOURS: Mon-Thurs 1130am-430pm MST

Because starting a new school year should mean focusing on learning—not trying to figure it all out alone.

08/26/2026

Be a CASA Advocate in Lake or Sanders county. To get started, call 406-883-0158 💙

Back-to-school season brings fresh starts. But for many children in foster care, it also brings uncertainty. Who is making sure they have what they need to succeed in the classroom?

CASA volunteers step in to advocate for children who have experienced abuse or neglect, helping ensure their educational needs do not get overlooked during an already challenging time.

Because success in school is not just about grades. It is about stability, support, and someone showing up consistently. Become a CASA volunteer and help change a child’s story.

08/26/2026

Now enrolling our newest EFNEP series. We would love to have you join from the comfort of your home!

08/17/2026

Need a laptop? We have limited - free Chromebooks available for students in need! 💻
"Education is the passport to the future, for tomorrow belongs to those who prepare for it today." 📚✨ As everyone heads back to school, we want to make sure our community has the tools to succeed. Thanks to our partnership with Colin Gruenfeld at 2nd Chance Electronics, we are proud to offer these devices to help break down barriers to technology.

📞 How to get one: Please call Helping Hands at 406-883-0770 during our regular office hours to schedule your Chromebook pickup.

Please share this post or tag someone below who could use a helping hand with a Chromebook! 👇

08/17/2026

Thompson Falls School District Families, you are invited to join us for the "Raising Respectful and Responsible Kids without Raising Your Blood Pressure" with the Love and Logic Institute on August 17 from 6pm – 7pm at Thompson Falls High School.

You will laugh and learn as you hear solutions for:
📍Responding to arguing, back-talk and defiance
📍Teaching kids to listen the first time without having to raise your voice
📍Helping them learn to make good decisions about serious matters like
drugs, alcohol, school and how they use technology
📍How to discipline them without losing their love and respect

Dr. Fay is a known world-wide for his humor and simple strategies that
allow parents to regain control of their homes in kind ways.

Learn more at:
https://drive.google.com/.../1Ot-ZJdHOizMZhZlZ_q3.../view

08/17/2026

CASA of Lake & Sanders Counties needs you to volunteer as a Super Hero! Call (406) 883-0158.

🌟 We Need CASA Superheroes! 🦸‍♀️🦸‍♂️

Every child deserves someone in their corner—and you could be that person! 💙

We’re looking for compassionate, committed CASA Advocates who are ready to stand up for children in foster care, be their voice, and make sure their needs are seen and heard.

You don’t need a cape. You just need a heart for kids, a willingness to listen, and the commitment to show up. ❤️

🦸‍♀️ Be a voice.
🦸‍♂️ Be an advocate.
⭐ Be the superhero a child needs.

Join our CASA team today and help change a child’s story.
📣 Volunteer. Advocate. Make a difference.