The John Carroll Mock Trial Team

To teach students how actual courtroom trials work by active participation. Students take on the role of either witnesses or lawyers and present their side of the case in front of judges and attorneys. Students learn to critically think in planning the trial and on "their feet" during the actual trials. They learn how to advocate and improve their oral communication skills. Most importantly, they learn the importance of teamwork. From a legal standpoint, students learn how trials work procedurally, learn the rules of evidence, and whatever substantive issue the case is about that particular year. The case alternates between civil and criminal cases.

The Mock Trial Team's purpose is to give students the opportunity to learn about how trials work in a court of law. Students get to participate as lawyers or witnesses against other schools in the Circuit Courts of Harford and Baltimore counties. The Trials are judged by actual courtroom judges and attorneys. The judges and attorneys provide feedback to the team.

If you have any questions, please see Mr. Connolly or Mrs. Galicki. You can also send Mr. Connolly an e-mail: sconnolly@johncarroll.org, with any questions.

  Trials will be at the Harford County and Baltimore County Courthouses. Also will have learning experiences at local law schools when available.