Teachers & Youth Programs

Justice System Education Program

The Justice System Education Program is designed for schools and community groups. The program provides an overview of the justice system, how it works, and who is involved. Activities include courtwatching, court orientations, mock trials, judge/lawyer sessions as well as career and personal planning.

Mock Trial Program

Groups can learn the most about our justice system by experiencing it themselves in a simulated trial, called a “mock” trial. A mock trial is a definitive, dramatic, experiential learning opportunity. It develops advocacy skills and critical thinking in addition to providing knowledge about the law. We can provide a mock trial kit so that you can prepare the roles with your group beforehand.

Art in the Court

In 2009 and for the next 5 years, art pieces will be submitted by senior level Secondary students from the Vancouver area. These works will become the “Art in the Court” Permanent Student Collection at Robson Square Provincial Court. This project is an ongoing partnership between the Justice Education Society, the Vancouver School Board and Robson Square Provincial Court.

Courtlink

The Courtlink Program provides an introduction to the justice system. The program features three subjects: Auto Crime Prevention, Youth-at-Risk and Aboriginal Youth-at-Risk. Topics discussed include racism, attitudes toward the police and justice system, auto crime prevention and property crime. Teachers’ guides are included.

Peer Resolution Conferences

Peer Resolution Conferences use restorative justice to provide students and administrators with an effective alternative to traditional school discipline procedures such as suspension. The conferences help youth deal with improper behaviour and actions and stay out of court.

Choices and Consequences

Choices and Consequences is an intensive program for youth aged 11-14 who are facing school suspension for making poor choices. This program is designed for students who are ready to take responsibility for their behaviour and to acquire important skills for making more pro-social choices.