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The federal courts' unique niche in civics education is real-life courtroom simulations hosted by Judges and coached by volunteer attorneys.

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Gideon v. Wainwright:
50th Anniversary


Reenact the story of Clarence Gideon, who spent years of his adult life in prison and wrote a letter to the U.S. Supreme Court that changed the criminal justice system.

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The Next Generation of Jurors

At federal courts, student jurors decide teen-relevant issues and leave with an appreciation of their role and the importance of serving.

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Get Informed

Find need-to-know basics – all in one place. Federal courts in a nutshell, diagrams, charts, and fast facts provide practical information.

Get Involved

Participate and be civically engaged. Bring high-impact Supreme Court decisions into everyday life with landmark cases applied to realistic, teen situations.

Get Inspired

Celebrate civic observances, honor heritage months, and be motivated by judges' personal stories. Multimedia tools build constitutional literacy and inspire.