The verdict is in – another inspiring season of Mock Trial is in the books! ⚖️ Hundreds of youths across Washington stepped into the courtroom, gaining critical thinking, public speaking, and leadership skills while building confidence and community. Under the guidance of 123 volunteer coaches and the leadership of Nolan Martin, students tackled complex legal cases, showcased their advocacy skills, and learned what it means to create change through civic engagement. This season in numbers: 54 schools and organizations, 700+ attorneys & judges engaged, 9 district tournaments, 70 high school teams & 10 middle school teams, 26 teams at the state competition Mock Trial is youth development in action – a space where students of all backgrounds find their voices and step into leadership. This year’s participants reflected the rich diversity of our community, with over 40% youth of color and a welcoming environment for all gender identities. A special thank you to Nolan Martin for leading this season with passion and dedication, and to all the legal professionals, educators, and families who made this possible. Learn more about Mock Trial https://bit.ly/4kEr59x
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They look serious! I hope the trials fostered good dialogue and advocacy and most importantly Hope! ❤️
This is a great program for youth in the state of Washington.
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6dYMCA of Greater Seattle, what a wonderful real world opportunity for these students! They get to gain first hand knowledge from experts in the field and apply their learning in an authentic way. Sounds like a great program.