Judicial Youth Corps Students Learn About Role of Courts

 

Chief Justice Marshall, Justice Ireland and 2009 Judicial Youth Corps Students

Twenty-five Boston Public High School students were selected to participate in the SJC's 2009 Judicial Youth Corps program, which began on May 14 and extends through August 14. Now in its 19^th year, the court education program teaches young people about the rule of law and the role of the judicial branch through interaction with judges, lawyers, and court staff who volunteer their time. Students learn about criminal and civil law and the work of the courts in weekly educational sessions and in summer internships in courts throughout Suffolk County. Field trips to police stations, jails, and law firms are also part of the comprehensive educational program. The student internships are funded by the Boston Private Industry Council and the City of Boston Summer Employment program.

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