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Caroline CASA “I’m excited to be a part of this organization in whatever
capacity they feel I can make a difference”, said Mr. Buesgens.

Court Appointed Special Advocate “Working at the case level to help children and families is my
real passion. I’m eager to get to work and get to know the
by Amy Horne, Executive
existing cases and volunteers”, he added.
Director, CASA of Caroline
CASA of Caroline’s mission is to recruit and train volunteers
CASA of Caroline is thrilled to announce the addition of a to advocate for the best interests of children who’ve been
dedicated Advocate Supervisor to its team. On August 1, Peter abandoned or removed from their homes due to abuse and/or
Buesgens of Goldsboro joined the CASA of Caroline staff . neglect. All interested volunteers must complete an application,
Mr. Buesgens brings a wealth of knowledge and experience,
having worked in Child Protective Services in Caroline County,
Howard County, and Baltimore County before becoming
Assistant Director of Talbot County Social Services and
ultimately Director of Worcester County Social Services until
his retirement in 2016.

“We could not be more pleased with the selection of Mr.
Buesgens to fi ll this much-needed role in our organization!”,
said Amy Horne, Executive Director. She recounted that Pete
applied to be a CASA volunteer in April. He successfully
completed the pre-service training class and was sworn in as
an advocate by Judge Price on June 6th. “However”, said Horne,
“I knew our program had grown to the point of needing a
dedicated Advocate Supervisor and based on his demeanor
and the skill-level I observed in the training class, I knew he
would be a bigger asset in that role than as a volunteer. Luckily,
he agreed!” According to Horne, Mr. Buesgens will be working
directly with the volunteers to provide case planning and Pictured left to right: Volunteer Jack Kirk: Advocate

supervision to support the highest level of advocacy possible. Supervisor Pete Buesgens; Amy Horne, Executive Director
of Caroline CASA; Keith Johnson, CASA BOD President;
and Victor Reynolds, Outreach and Communications
Coordinator.

NYC BUS TRIP

Saturday, December 9

Please arrive at 5:30 am at Denton Walmart parking lot.
Buses leave at 6 am sharp. Cost is $95 person. Drop off in
NY in Broadway area. There is temporary parking available
for us to unload. Some walking may be involved depend-
ing on the activities you have planned. Pick up will be at 6
pm at same location as arrival. Please arrive back to the
bus location at 5:30 pm to be back on the bus by 6 pm.

Questions: Please contact Angie Cowgill at
410-829-6084. Payment is through Paypal or
call Angie if need to pay another method.

All money raised from this fundraiser will go
towards educational travel for non-profit
Children Exploration Organization

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