Supreme Decision

Game

Ever wondered how the Supreme Court really works? In Supreme Decision, you help cast the deciding vote. At stake is the suspension of Ben Brewer who wore his favorite band t-shirt to school against dress policy. You’ll help the final Justice make up her mind and influence the outcome of the case!

LEARNING OBJECTIVES

Analyze the First Amendment right to freedom of speech and expression
Identify protected and unprotected speech
Simulate the deliberation process of Supreme Court justices

Game

Argument Wars

Play Time: 0-15 mins

Argue real Supreme Court cases, and put your lawyering skills to the test.

Web Quest

The Courts in a Nutshell

In this WebQuest, students look at all levels of both the state and federal court systems. They learn about jurisdiction, look up the courts in their own state, find out what federal appellate circuit they live in, and investigate the current U.S. Supreme Court justices.

Game

Court Quest

Play Time: 15-30 mins

Navigate our court system and guide citizens to the right place.

Drafting Board

Student Expression

Does the Constitution guarantee students the right to wear whatever clothing they want to school? What if that clothing is controversial or disruptive? In this Drafting Board issue, students explore those questions and more through the lens of Ben Brewer. They must decide whether Ben’s controversial band t-shirt can be banned by Principal Carter. Whichever side they choose, students must support their claim with relevant evidence and sound reasoning. The fate of Ben and his shirt hang in the balance!

Supreme Decision

LEARNING OBJECTIVES

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