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A team activity where students from different schools compete against each other as attorneys and witnesses in an imaginary case.
You learn public speaking skills, professionalism, communication, and how to work on a team.
An opportunity to dress up and perform in front of actual judges.
NOT just for people interested in studying law in college!
NOT a debate club!
Run by the Minnesota State Bar Association!
Practices will be held on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 3:10-4:30 in the D200-209 pod. Attendance is required!!
Schoology code: NHFND-M8PFR
2021 State Entrants: Prior Lake Blue
2021-2022 Competition Schedule
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12/17 |
3:30 – 8:30 |
South Suburban Conference Day #1 @ Apple Valley HS |
2:35pm |
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12/18 |
8:30 – 3:30 |
South Suburban Conference Day #2 @ Apple Valley HS |
7:30am |
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1/8 |
TBD |
Minneapple Tournament @ Apple Vally HS |
TBD |
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1/13 |
5:30 – 8:30 |
Regional Tournament Round 1 (Virtual on Zoom) |
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1/20 |
5:30 – 8:30 |
Regional Tournament Round 2 (Virtual on Zoom) |
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Likely 1/27 |
5:30 – 8:30 |
Regional Tournament Round 3 (Virtual on Zoom) |
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Likely 2/10 |
5:30 - 8:30
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Regional Tournament Round 4 (Virtual on Zoom) |
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Likely 2/17 | 5:30 - 8:30 |
Regional Tournament Round 5 (If Applicable) @ Hennepin County Government Center |
TBD |
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Early March |
TBD |
State Tournament (Location TBD) |
TBD |
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Mock Trial is a program sponsored by the Minnesota State Bar Association. The students take on roles of lawyers, witnesses, bailiff, and timekeeper. The season starts in October and continues through February or March.
Students develop analytical skills, speaking skills and develop an understanding of courtroom decorum and procedures. All grade 9-12 are welcome.
Students who participate can earn a letter if they meet all requirements during the season. There is an activity fee to participate and all team members must register on Affinety for Mock Trial.