Help me give my students the podium, a judge’s robe, and gavel so they can understand the legal process by doing and performing other than just reading.
FULLY FUNDED! Mr. Cruz's classroom raised $542
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My Project
The Trial of John Brown:
A Challenge Scenario
In 1859, prior to the onset of the American Civil War, a Massachusetts man named John Brown conducted a raid on Harper’s Ferry with the intention of freeing the slaves and creating a state free from the institution of slavery. The raid became violent, Brown was arrested, and in November, 1859, John Brown’s case was put to trial in Charlestown, Virginia. His crusade against slavery is a spark that ignited the Civil War. The story of John Brown is an essential piece of American history that is controversial, often misunderstood, and misrepresented in history classes and textbooks.
In preparation for the trial, the members of Mr. Cruz’s Social studies class will divide itself into 4 teams: the Defense, the Prosecution, Witnesses, and the Judges. Each team member will share responsibilities for researching the opinions and testimonies of the case, communicate effectively with group members, and use in-class and out-of-class time wisely. The Defense and Prosecution teams must choose their witnesses and one attorney to present the opening statement, one the closing statement and the others their side of the case. The courtroom speeches and testimonies must meet the following guidelines:
Every team will be expected to research both sides of the case and prepare a written summary of the facts, possible testimonies, and questions. Following the trial, each Judge will prepare a written response to the testimonies, come to an independent decision, and meet with the entire courtroom to discuss their final group decision.
Is John Brown Guilty of Murder, Treason, and/or in sighting a riot? Were his actions justified? Does he deserve the death penalty, or is he a national hero?
Adir Podium Wood Stand- Standing Desk for Speakers with Storage Shelf Used as Wooden Standing Shelf for Church, Classroom, Office, Restaurants (46.25 Inches, Mahogany)
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$164.95
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$164.95
Rubie's Unisex-Adult's Judge Costume, Black, Standard
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$21.30
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$127.80
64GB Digital Voice Recorder Voice Activated Recorder with Playback - Upgraded Tape Recorder for Lectures, Meetings, Interviews, Audio Recorder USB Charge, MP3
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$35.99
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$71.98
2 Pieces Lace False Collar Judge Choker Blouse Collar and Judge Wooden Gavel for Halloween Judge Cosplay Party Favors Multicoloured
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$12.99
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$38.97
Apexstone Wooden Gavel and Block for Lawyer Judge Auction Sale
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$19.99
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$19.99
Materials cost
$423.69
Vendor shipping charges
FREE
Sales tax
$0.00
3rd party payment processing fee
$6.36
Fulfillment labor & materials
$30.00
Total project cost
$460.05
Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
$81.19
Total project goal
$541.24
How we calculate what's needed
Total project goal
$541.24
1 Donor
-$541.24
Donations toward project cost
-$460.05
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