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Civics Education

Welcome! Our Civics Education section features educational resources and materials for teaching and learning about the judicial branch and its role in our democracy.

What's New

cartoon contest graphic

Elementary, middle and high school students are invited to create cartoon art depicting first amendment freedoms, focusing on the themes of freedom of assembly and the right to petition. Six winners will receive a $50 gift certificate, and five entries will receive honorable mention. Submissions are due March 16, 2011. Prizes are provided by the Constitutional Rights Foundation and the Administration of Justice Fund to better educate youth about the role of the judicial branch in our democracy.

Download a flyer and a submission form: single panel / comic strip.

Visit Courtsed.org for more information.

Resources

Find educational resources about the judicial branch for use by:

Teachers
Students 
Judges, Court Staff, and Attorneys

Basics

California Judicial Branch Outreach to Students

Learn more about K-12 educational programs offered by the California courts, including information on:

  • Supreme Court Special Sessions
  • Appellate Court Experience Program
  • Court Tours
  • Judges and Attorneys Visiting the Classroom
  • Mock Trials  
  • Youth Courts
  • Law Day
  • Mentorship, Leadership and Career Development
  • DUI Trials in the Schools
  • California On My Honor Teachers Workshops and Institutes

 

Court Locations

Jury Info, Court Info, Court Websites

Video


Sandra Day O’Connor speaks about how our country depends on the participation of citizens.

Video

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"Schools and the Courts Partner to Create Public Art"

Artwork from Santa Ana highschool students interpreting historic court cases decorates the new 4th District Court of Appeal buiIding.
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