Mock Trial

Kyleigh's Classical Conversations Challenge class participated in a Mock Trial. Throughout the spring semester they had  been researching, working, memorizing and preparing for the trial that would occur in May. As we arrived at the Washington County Courthouse with Judge Jan Dreling and Attorney Tom Janer presiding  the class went forward with the Mock Trial.

I was proud and impressed with  the maturity and professionalism that each of these 14 year old students exhibited. It was intimidating for them to be in the courthouse with the judge, attorney, a jury and a room full of adults watching as they took part in the mock trial.

The case was about a wife (played by Kyleigh) who was being tried for the murder of her husband. Two verdicts were reached at the end of the mock trial.  One for guilt or innocence and one for points earned in the mock trial based on certain criteria the students were being 'graded' on during the trial.

 The defendant (Kyleigh) and her defense team.

 Attorney Tom Janer going over some of the 'rules' before they proceed.

 Blurry...but Kyleigh on the stand  - she really needs to be in Hollywood acting. ;)

 The defendant and the team of defense. They didn't get the verdict of not guilty but they won on points.

 Kayla, Dominque, Natalie, Kyleigh and Chandler

 The defense, prosecution and defendant - aka Classical Conversations Challenge B Class

 Judge Dreling and Tom Janer

Everyone

It was a great experience! Kyleigh learned a great deal and did an outstanding job. She also learned she never wants to be in a courtroom again and no longer desires to be a lawyer!!