Legal/Government Services

• Seven Habits of Highly Effective People

• Career Opportunities in Law

• American Legal System

• American Government

• American Political System

• Independent Study on National and

• International Issues

• Mock Trials

• Debate Competitions

• Communication and Employability Skills

• Shadowing and Co-Op Opportunities

Students have the opportunity to experience the legal system through guest lecturers/ field trips/ mock trials/ and Model United Nations experiences. Students who are interested in law/ government/ and public service can select this academically challenging program. This college-preparatory program is offered in partnership with the U of L Brandeis School of Law/ which is part of the Signature Partnership with U of L. Students gain knowledge and skills related to the law/ legal research/ the legal process/ the legal system/ and the fundamental principles and values of American jurisprudence and government. Emphasis is placed on developing oral and written communication/ leadership/ and problem-solving skills.

Possible Career Paths

• Business Law

• Criminal Justice

• Civil Law

• Criminal Law-Law Enforcement

• Probation Officer

• Social Activism

• Government Service-Social Worker

• Judge

• Elected Official