(Left to right): State Sen. Christopher Belt, Justice David Overstreet, Justice Joy Cunningham, Justice Elizabeth Rochford, Justice Mary K. O’Brien and 20th Circuit Judge Heinz Rudolph.
The Illinois Judges Association joined State Senator Christopher Belt to bring attention to the pressing issue of online safety for K-12 students. Belt presented Senate Resolution 5, which aims to prevent cyber bullying and promote responsible digital behavior.
“Illinois students face real dangers in the digital world, and education is our strongest tool to keep them safe,” said Belt (D-Swansea). “This resolution highlights the vital work already being done and encourages greater collaboration to expand these life-saving lessons.”
The resolution commends the work of organizations like the Illinois Judges Association, which partners with schools across the state to educate students about the risks associated with internet and social media use. These efforts include assemblies, classroom presentations, and family-focused events that emphasize the importance of online safety and the consequences of illicit digital behavior.