
ALTON - The Alton Police Department played an active part on Friday, April 24, 2026, at Alton High School, where a school resource officer represented the department at the school’s annual job fair and offered students a hands-on lesson about impairment.
School Resource Officer Detective Ashley Clare attended the 3rd Annual AHS Job Fair on Friday, April 24, 2026, in the Auxiliary Gym at Alton High School.
Students had the chance to explore “summer job opportunities,” “internship programs,” and “career paths after high school,” according to information provided about the event.
Clare also brought impairment goggles for students and adults to try.
“Students and adults seemed to enjoy trying them out while learning an important lesson about how impairment can affect coordination and decision-making,” she said.
“We appreciate opportunities like this to connect with students and help them think about their future,” the Alton Police Department said. “Thank you to Alton High School for hosting another great event!”