CASA Community Member of the Week

Name: Wendy S.

Role: Co-Chair for Rockin’ the CASA 2011

Picture: (left to right) Kyle, Jason, Wendy, and Samantha

What interested you about the CASA program?

I love that there is an organization that gives a voice to children who cannot advocate for themselves. Children are so innocent and it is our duty to protect them.

Tell us a little bit about your previous Work and/or Volunteer Experience and/or Education:

I graduated from the University of Michigan with a degree in Political Science. I worked for UofM as a non-profit recruitment coordinator until the birth of my daughter. After my first child was born, I became a full-time stay-at home mom. Now, I spend my time volunteering for various organizations that benefit foster children, I’m the Treasurer/Secretary of the PTO at my children’s school, and I volunteer in their classrooms.

Hobbies/Fun Fact(s) about Yourself:

My husband Jason and I have a 7 year old daughter named Samantha and a 5 year old son named Kyle. I love yoga, reading, and history.

What is your favorite quote of all time?

"He has a right to criticize, who has a heart to help." Abraham Lincoln

How did you hear about the CASA Program?

I actually first heard of the program on the Dr. Phil show!