UD Tech Trek Announces Advisory Council to Guide Digital Parenting Resources for Upper Dublin Families

Community group of community leaders, parents, and experts will ensure platform addresses local families' digital safety needs

UPPER DUBLIN, PA– UD Tech Trek: Navigating the Digital Highway today announced the formation of its Advisory Council, a cross-sector group of Upper Dublin community members who will guide the ongoing development of the platform's digital parenting resources.

The Advisory Council brings together expertise from education, public safety, healthcare, library services, and parenting to ensure Tech Trek's guidance reflects the real-world challenges Upper Dublin families face in keeping their children safe online.

"We've assembled a remarkable group of individuals who bring unique perspectives and deep expertise to this work," said Michelle Boas, Executive Director of the Upper Dublin Education Foundation. "From educators to law enforcement to parents navigating these challenges themselves, this council ensures UD Tech Trek remains grounded in what our community truly needs."

The Tech Trek Advisory Council includes:

• Michelle Gill, UDEF Board Member

• Jessica Knier, Supervisor of Student Services, Upper Dublin School District

• Cheri Fiory, Director, Upper Dublin Library

• Dr. Devorah Heitner, Author of Growing Up in Public: Coming of Age in a Digital World and Screenwise: Helping Kids Thrive (and Survive) in Their Digital World

• Sergeant Andrew Lavenberg, Supervisor of Community Response Unit, Upper Dublin Police Department

• Rebecca Lohoefer-Mahon, Communications Coordinator, Upper Dublin Township

• Kaly Lutz, UDSD Parent

• Timothy MacConnell, UDSD Parent

• Kim Muldoon, UDSD Parent

• Dr. Heidi Yutzler-Overton, DO, Family Medicine Physician

• Katie Reilly, UDSD Parent

The council will provide guidance and insight on UD Tech Trek’s resources, helping the platform stay responsive to emerging digital safety concerns. By sharing their perspectives, members ensure the content remains practical, accessible, and relevant for families across Upper Dublin as technology and online trends continue to evolve.

"Digital safety touches every part of our community," said Sergeant Andrew Lavenberg. "Having voices from law enforcement, healthcare, education, and families at the same table means we can provide guidance that truly serves our community."

Tech Trek launched in October 2025 as a free online resource hub providing expert-informed guidance on device readiness, social media safety, gaming communities, and healthy screen time habits. Tech Trek is available free of charge at www.udtechtrek.org.

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About the Upper Dublin Education Foundation: The Upper Dublin Education Foundation is a nonprofit organization dedicated to enhancing educational opportunities and supporting student success in the Upper Dublin School District. Through innovative programs and community partnerships, the Foundation works to ensure all students have access to the resources and experiences they need to thrive in an increasingly complex world.

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