The student witnesses are responsible for understanding their roles as witnesses. They need to be prepared to answer questions from a direct examination as well as a cross-examination. Mock Trial is fun. You can get into your role and compete with a team to win against other schools. Mock Trial enables students to get a hands-on perspective of law and disputes in general.
Students learn how to analyze both sides of an argument.
Students really learn how the legal system in this country works. Depending on the case used, they can gain a greater understanding of important landmark cases. Controlling and organizing the flow of information is a valuable skill which students learn through the presentation of a case and controlling witnesses. Mock Trial starts in September and competes through February. If you're interested, see Mrs. Ambroggio, Room 247.