Sarpy County, Nebraska CASA

Behind the Screens: Tech, Ethics, and the Impact on Youth
2025-09-09 18:00 - 19:30 (America/Chicago) | Project Harmony, 11949 Q St, Omaha, NE, 68137, United States
From persuasive algorithms to parental oversharing, the digital world is shaping how children see themselves—and how others see them. Join us for a thought-provoking presentation that revisits The Social Dilemma five years later, explores the ethics of digital design, and equips adults with tools to better protect vulnerable youth. Together, we’ll explore how technology impacts behavior, relationships, and well-being—and what we can do to create safer digital spaces for all.
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Please submit a short summary or a certificate (if received) to Alexis to receive 1.5 hours of continuing education.

Impact in Action
2025-09-05 09:00 - 10:00 | Stephen Cener, 2723 Q St., Omaha, Nebraska, 68107
We’re excited to launch Impact in Action, a new initiative that highlights the vital work being done by organizations throughout our community. This program offers a valuable opportunity to see these efforts up close—and to learn how their services can support the children and families you work with every day.
Impact in Action is more than just a learning experience. It’s a chance to build stronger connections with local resources and deepen our collective impact by working together for lasting change.
This month’s visit will take place on Friday, September 5th at 9:00 AM at the Steven Center, located at 2723 Q St. The Stephen Center provides a range of essential services in Omaha, Nebraska, to help individuals and families overcome homelessness, addiction, and mental health challenges.
Those in attendance will receive two hours of CEU’s.

Recognizing Trauma in Adults and Young People
2025-09-03 | Youtube
Whether a distressing event will lead to trauma doesn’t solely rely on the event or the individual person.
In this talk, Maurasse explains how a traumatic experience is dependent on what we bring into the situation, in terms of our genetic makeup, past traumas we have experienced, and the stage in our development in which the traumatic event occurs.
Watch now to learn more about:

How trauma affects the body
Which factors contribute to a traumatic experience
How trauma presents in children and adolescents

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Please submit a short summary or a certificate (if received) to Alexis to receive 1 hour of continuing education.

Mindfulness for Kids and Teens
2025-08-28 | Youtube
How do you explain mindfulness to a child? Turns out, it can be as simple as giving your full attention to one thing at a time. But it can make a major, positive impact on how kids address their emotions and react to stressful situations.
So how can our kids train their brains to be more mindful? And what’s the best way to help them on this journey?
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Please submit a short summary or a certificate (if received) to Alexis to receive 1 hour of continuing education.

Navigating Autism Through Childhood Years
2025-08-27 | Youtube
Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is a very common developmental disability, impacting one in 54 children. What is true for one child with autism may not be true for another, as the spectrum varies in its severity. While it is a lifelong condition, its social, communicative, and behavioral challenges—and needs—may vary as time progresses.
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Please submit a short summary or a certificate (if received) to Alexis to receive 1 hour of continuing education.

Helping Kids & Teens Manage Their Stress
2025-08-26 | Youtube
There’s no one way to describe what stress looks or feels like for a child. Often kids don’t have the words to describe how they’re feeling, and so stress can manifest as many emotions or reactions that we may not assume are attributed to being stressed.
Being overloaded with stress or not knowing how to manage it can cause kids and teens to become anxious, withdrawn, aggressive, ill, or develop poor coping skills.
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Please submit a short summary or a certificate (if received) to Alexis to receive 1 hour of continuing education.

Helping Kids and Teens Manage Emotions
2025-08-22 | Youtube
Emotions are complicated and sometimes more so for young people who haven’t yet learned coping skills to manage tough times. McLean’s Abigail Stark, PhD, explains emotion regulation and how we can help children and adolescents tackle their emotions.
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Please submit a short summary or a certificate (if received) to Alexis to receive 1 hour of continuing education.

When Young People + School = Anxiety
2025-08-20 | Youtube
School can be stressful at any age, and it’s perfectly natural for K-12 students to experience some level of anxiety. But for some kids and teens, school-related anxiety can grow so intense that it hinders their learning and mental well-being and might even lead them to avoid school altogether.
So how can parents, educators, and other adults recognize when anxiety is creating challenges for the students in their care? What is meant by “school refusal” behavior? And when might professional help be warranted?
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Please submit a short summary or a certificate (if received) to Alexis to receive 1 hour of continuing education.

Trauma and Resilience
2025-08-18 13:00 - 15:00 | Project Harmony, 11949 Q St, Omaha, NE, 68137, United States
Did you know trauma can change the human brain? Trauma is not just a buzzword; it’s the key to understanding certain human behaviors. Its effects are far-reaching, but learning to recognize its trademarks will help you unshackle yourself and others from unhealthy behaviors and outcomes. Join us as we learn how to recognize trauma, understand its impact on the brain and body, and identify and apply interventions to trauma-related behaviors. Whether you’re new to trauma or looking for a refresher, this course will provide an excellent foundation to build upon.
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Please submit a short summary or a certificate (if received) to Alexis to receive 2 hours of continuing education.
