Are you interested in law enforcement, being a lawyer, or how our government really operates? If so, the law and Justice class may be one of the most valuable electives you can take.
In the class you’re going to learn how the courtroom operates, the importance of the constitution, and more. It’s important to know how your nation’s laws operate. The class emphasizes the importance of knowing your rights and understanding how they protect citizens. No matter what career path you plan to pursue—law, medicine, economics, business, or government— having a strong knowledge of the legal system is essential in today’s society.
This practical law class uses mock trials which simulate realistic criminal and civil cases. These trials allow students to simulate the roles of attorneys, witnesses, and jurors. These activities help students develop public speaking and critical thinking skills while giving them a realistic sense of courtroom procedure.
Guest speakers are another major highlight of the class. Each semester, students hear from a variety of professionals, including police officers, lawyers and other legal experts, who share their experiences and answer questions about their careers.
“In any given semester we have between eight and ten guest speakers and two mock trials, we’ll have a criminal trial and civil trial,” Mr. Spohn said.
Law and Justice is open to sophomores, juniors, and seniors, and there are no prerequisites. Whether you already plan to work in the legal field or are simply curious about how laws affect your everyday life, this class offers valuable knowledge and real world skills. For students deciding what electives to take next year, law and justice is an engaging and educational option worth serious consideration.
“One of my favorite things about the class was how I got to learn about our justice system in an interactive setting, doing trials and learning about current data,” senior Murphy Lee Schmidt said.
While most people schedule the most popular electives, this class might just be an overlooked course worth your time.
“At first I just took this class because I needed another elective, but looking back on this class I learned an incredible amount of things about our justice system,” senior Abe Brumleve said. “The mock trial was one of the most fun and interactive class experiences I’ve ever had. I learned from various teachers and lawyers about their experiences with the law or the police force. Law and justice might be the most underrated St. X elective.”
