
April 1, 2026
ILLINOIS JUDGES ASSOCIATION and No Place for Hate proudly present "Worries of the WWW: Connected & Protected, A Community Night for Social Media Awareness.
April 9
6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Mascoutah High School
This event is designed to empower families with critical knowledge about online safety, digital citizenship, and the real impact social media has on young people today.
20 students will win a PIZZA LUNCH!
DISTINGUISHED SPEAKERS
Chief Judge Andrew Gleeson
Judge Heinz Rudolf
Judge Elaine LeChien
Judge Leah Captain
SPECIAL GUESTS
Justice Elizabeth Rochford
Senator Christopher Belt
St. Clair County Chairman Mark Kern
Mayor Wally Battas
Some of Our Special Guests Representing Organizations and Providing Resources Include:
Brendan Kelly, Director, Illinois State Police
Sheriff Rick Watson, St. Clair County Sheriff
Lieutenant James Hendrix, St. Clair County Sheriff’s Office, Assistant Patrol Commander
Captain Hosp, St. Clair County Sheriff’s Drug Tactical Unit
Laura Preppent, United States Assistant Attorney General, Violent Crimes and Dangerous Drugs Unit
Lori Costello, St. Clair County Regional Superintendent of Schools
Kevin Dawson, Attorney and County Board Member
Mascoutah Middle School Resource Officer Tim Heinen
Amber Hayes, Community Support Specialist, Chestnut Health Systems
Kerenjieyon, Community Support Specialist, Chestnut Health Systems
Children’s First Foundation: Julie Chambers, Executive Director
Chris Smith, Attorney, Board Member Dr. Cindy Dott
Audrey Gonzalez, Untangled Minds
