Field Trip Leaders

Volunteer field trip leaders are key players in the operation of Discovering Justice’s courthouse field trips. Led by Discovering Justice staff, field trips provide the opportunity for students to experience firsthand what they’ve learned in class. From defining the constitutional rights of students via the landmark Supreme Court case Tinker v. Des Moines, to fictional cases regarding social media privacy and Indigenous land rights, students gain a deeper understanding of how our justice system functions in practice. Volunteers work closely with students to help them build their case with an exercise culminating in a mock trial conducted in an actual courtroom. Guiding them through discussions, writing exercises, and role-playing activities, volunteers help to teach students about justice, democracy, and fairness.