Hot Topics will be discussed by professionals in their field. Edward M. Morley - Chief of Police Sgt. May 1 is Law Day. It is a great opportunity to help students better their understanding and appreciation of the positive role law plays in our society. In an attempt to expand awareness of Law Day, I would like to challenge St. Michael's students to participate in an essay contest, with the goal of expanding their understanding and appreciation of the positive role law plays in our society.
Laws exist to ensure fairness and to defend the rights of all citizens.
However, the enforcement of laws does not always seem fair. In an essay of 150-200 words, students would explain what they think was fair or unfair about the outcome of a legal situation of their choice. Locate an article in the newspaper about a situation that did or did not seem to be handled fairly by the justice system. Write a 150-200 word essay explaining how the outcome made them feel, if it was fair or unfair, and why. U.S. government savings Bonds and additional valuable prizes will be awarded to first and second place essay winners and their teachers in each category.