Cuyahoga County Juvenile Court

Happy St. Patrick's Day!!!

As Cleveland's St. Patrick's Day parade is underway, the Juvenile Court wishes you a safe and happy day of celebration.

From The White House - A Proclamation on Irish-American Heritage Month, 2023:

"President John F. Kennedy once said, “Our two nations, divided by distance, have been united by history.” Today, the Republic of Ireland and the United States are also bound in our hope for the future — a future that is equal, just, and prosperous for all of our people. Together, our nations...have spoken out for human rights around the world..."

- A member of the Court for 22 years, Taronda Montgomery, a graduate of The University of Akron (BA - Political Science/Criminal Justice and a MS - Administration of Justice) with a background in residential and management, began her career with the Juvenile Court as a Detention Officer. After working in the Detention Center, Taronda began working in the Probation Services department and has served as Specialized Dockets Case Manager, Specialized Dockets Coordinator, Probation Manager, and currently holds the position of & Special Services Manager. As Intervention & Special Services Manager her responsibilities are inclusive of leading, directing, and managing the work activities of 14 wonderful, and dedicated professionals in two units: Community Service Coordinators and Early Intervention and Center (EIDC) Care Coordinators.

Service Coordinators , track, and place youth in various community service sites in Cuyahoga County.

EIDC Care Coordinators utilize strength-based case management to support and youth and their families. EIDC Care Coordinators also ensure that youth are linked to a referred community-based services.

Join us in welcoming 11 new additions to the Juvenile Court Family. On March 13, 6 Probation Officers, 3 Detention Officers, 1 Due Process Hearing Officer, and 1 Legal Services Clerk kicked off their Day 1 experience meeting and taking a photograph with Administrative Judge O'Malley and Judge Celebrezze.

Along with the teachers and staff of the Downtown Education Center, family members and friends, the Juvenile Court is proud to announce that after completing the State of Ohio high school requirements, 4 more Detention Center residents walked across the stage today to receive their high school .

The Downtown Education Center located inside of the Detention Center is a Cleveland Metropolitan School District (CMSD) school that provides a positive learning environment, based on a rigorous curriculum, and opportunities to maintain a high level of achievement utilizing the State of Ohio standards and CMSD pacing guides that prepares students for re-entry into their school of choice. Since 2019, the Downtown Education Center has had 50 .

Join us as we celebrate the accomplishment of these students.

Congratulations - The Juvenile Court is proud to announce the promotion of Keri Bryant to the position of Specialized Dockets Manager. Keri began her with the Juvenile Court almost 15 years ago as a Home Detention Secretary. Since then, Keri has been promoted to Supervising Probation Officer and has worked as an Specialist in the Early Intervention and Center (EIDC) and as the Specialized Dockets Coordinator. Keri has progressive ideas, is passionate about the youth and familes we serve, and her knowledge of the specialized dockets and experience will assist with the continued of the unit. to our new Specialized Dockets Manager, Keri Bryant!!

- The Juvenile Court congratulates Steve Munn on his promotion to Investigations Unit Manager. Steve joined the Juvenile Court in 2008 and has over 25 years experience working with at-risk in the and residential settings. Steve understands the importance of the Probation Department's mission statement and always has the best interests of the youth and families when considering outcomes. We invite you to join us in celebrating Steve Munn's to Investigations Unit Manager.

- The Juvenile Court congratulates Yvonne Aufmuth on her to Probation Manager in our Southeast Probation Office. Yvonne began her with the Juvenile Court in 2008 and has been working with the Juvenile Justice/Phoenix Court. One of the Court's lead trainers in EPICS (Effective Practices in Supervision), Yvonne has demonstrated dedication to supporting and servicing court-involved families. Yvonne strongly believes and supports the Probation Transformation model and is dedicated to ensuring it is carried out in the Probation Department. Join us as we Yvonne Aufmuth, Probation Manager (Southeast Probation Office).

- The Juvenile Court is proud to announce Enjole' Allen has been promoted to System Planning Coordination Manager. Starting her at the Juvenile Court in 2015 as a Probation Officer, Enjole' has worked as an Specialist in the Early Intervention & Center and as an Assessment Specialist within the System Planning Coordination Unit. Enjole' is passionate, , culturally-competent, solution-driven and has insight on how to remove potential barriers while implementing for the youth and families we serve. Join us in congratulating our new System Planning Coordination Manager, Enjole' Allen!!!

The Juvenile Court celebrates International Women's Day joining the global recognition of the and contributions of women. From Judges to Magistrates, Deputy Court Administrators to Directors, Managers to our front line teams...we proudly recognize, celebrate, and honor the women of the Cuyahoga County Juvenile Court!

International Women's Day 2023 campaign theme:

The aim of the IWD 2023 campaign theme is to get the world talking about why equal opportunities aren't enough. People start from different places, so true inclusion and belonging require equitable action.

March is National Irish-American Heritage Month. This month the nation celebrates and recognizes the contributions of Irish-Americans. Since 1991, presidents of both political parties have designated March as Irish-American Heritage Month with a goal to honor the contribution that Irish immigrants and their descendants have played in the formation of the United States.