How To Advocate For A Tech-Safe School Year?

Join us for an open, parent-focused conversation with leading voices in digital safety: Nicki Petrossi, Chris McKenna, Emily Cherkin, and Andy Liddell. This is not a formal presentation—it's your chance to ask real questions and get practical, no-fluff advice on how to protect your kids in a tech-heavy classroom.

Event Details

Got questions about your child’s tech use at school? You’re not alone - and we’ve got answers.

Join us for an open, parent-focused conversation with leading voices in digital safety: Nicki Petrossi, Chris McKenna, Emily Cherkin, and Andy Liddell. This is not a formal presentation—it's your chance to ask real questions and get practical, no-fluff advice on how to protect your kids in a tech-heavy classroom.

We’ll answer as many of your questions as possible, including:

  • What rights do parents actually have when it comes to school technology?

  • What should I ask my school about EdTech tools and data privacy?

  • How is AI showing up in my kid’s classroom—and should I be concerned?

  • Why are students still exposed to explicit content on school devices, and what can I do about it?

  • What’s the mental health impact of constant screen use at school, and how do I advocate for balance?

Plus, we’ll share ready-to-use tools: conversation starters for your next meeting with school staff, opt-out templates, and tech-safety checklists for the new school year.

Bring your questions, concerns, and curiosity. This is a conversation with parents, not just for them.

Event Speakers

Meet your Featured Panelists for this event

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Emily Cherkin

The Screentime Consultant, M.Ed., a nationally recognized expert, author of "The Screentime Solution," advocate for tech-intentional living in families and schools.

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Nicki Petrossi

Co-founder of "Scrolling 2 Death," a podcast and platform for parents concerned about social media and its impact on children, offering insights from a former social media industry executive.

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Chris McKenna

Founder and CEO of "Protect Young Eyes," an organization dedicated to helping families create safer digital spaces through research, education, and advocacy.

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Andy Liddell

Co-founder of the "EdTech Law Center," a career federal courts litigator and technology attorney, advocating for youth digital civil rights and holding EdTech companies accountable.

Join our panel of leading digital safety experts for this essential live Q&A. Gain practical advice, empowering tools, and real answers to protect your children.