Mark your calendar: The next JJC meeting will be held on Friday, June 7th from 10:00 a.m. to Noon in the ESDA/EOC room in the Iroquois County Courthouse basement. Anyone interested in joining our prevention efforts is welcome to attend either in-person or via Zoom. Please contact Barb King (JJC Chairperson) or message TIP the…
JJC Launches Teen Mental Health PSA Contest
The Juvenile Justice Council of Iroquois County is hosting a Teen Mental Health Public Service Announcement (PSA) Contest. PSA’s created for the contest should promote mental health awareness, encourage positive choices, and inspire teens to connect with others and seek help if needed. Iroquois County high school students can enter either individually or as…
JJC Meeting Minutes: December 8, 2023
Juvenile Justice Council of Iroquois County Meeting Minutes 12-8-23 The Juvenile Justice Council is devoted to improving the lives of Iroquois County youth. The minutes from their last meeting will provide updates on both their accomplishments and plans for the future….
Harbor House and Clove Alliance collaborate to create a resource to assist parents in talking with teens about digital safety.
Check out this informative resource from Harbor House and Clove Alliance that has been added to the Toolkit on TIPtheScale.org! Learn more about the online challenges facing youth today and how to talk with teens about setting personal boundaries and responding to unhealthy digital behavior. Start Building Better Connections today!…
JJC Meeting: March 8th, 2024
Mark your calendar: The next JJC meeting will be held on Friday, March 8th from 10:00 a.m. to Noon in the ESDA/EOC room in the Iroquois County Courthouse basement. Anyone interested in joining our prevention efforts is welcome to attend either in-person or via Zoom. Please contact Barb King (JJC Chairperson) or message TIP the…
TUNE IN TO 94.1 WGFA ON FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 2ND AT 8:15 A.M. TO HEAR STEPHANIE (JJC MEMBER AND HARBOR HOUSE PREVENTION ADVOCATE) DURING A LIVE HOTLINE INTERVIEW.
Tune in to 94.1 WGFA on Friday, February 2nd at 8:15 a.m. to hear Stephanie (JJC Member and Harbor House Prevention Advocate) promote the upcoming Bowling Against Bullying event in conjunction with Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month. Iroquois County sixth through twelfth grade students are invited to attend this fun alternative activity and enjoy FREE…
Upcoming Bowling Against Bullying Event
Mark your calendar! The Juvenile Justice Council of Iroquois County is once again partnering with Harbor House to host a Bowling Against Bullying event for all Iroquois County 6th-12th grade students at Lucky Lanes in Iroquois from 4:00-6:00 p.m. on Saturday, February 10th, 2024. Those in attendance will enjoy FREE bowling, food, and prizes while…
JJC Meeting and Celebration: December 8, 2023
The Juvenile Justice Council of Iroquois County will be meeting on Friday, December 8th at 10:00 a.m. in the E.S.D.A. Room in the Iroquois County Courthouse basement. All are welcome to attend in person or via Zoom. For the Zoom link, contact Barb King, JJC Chair. Help us celebrate making a positive difference in our…
Visit the JJC’s Tree at Christmas Tree Lane at the Old Courthouse Museum!
Christmas Tree Lane officially opens on December 3rd at the Old Courthouse Museum in Watseka. The Juvenile Justice Council of Iroquois County has trimmed a tree featuring their mascot Ollie the Owl according to this year’s Christmas Carols theme. “OWL” be Home for Christmas…Preventing Underage Substance Use! The tree is filled with nests (homes) offering…
Donovan SADD Chapter Hosts the JJC for the Great American Smokeout/No Vape November/Lung Cancer Awareness Month Lunchtime Trivia Game
In recognition of the Great American Smokeout, No Vape November, and Lung Cancer Awareness Month, the Donovan SADD Chapter invited the Juvenile Justice Council of Iroquois County to host a trivia game during lunch yesterday. Participating students answered questions about the dangers of smoking cigarettes and vaping for a chance to toss beanbags and win…