This LRE Academy is for educators who serve a middle/high school population. 

Event Overview

Midterm elections are right around the corner! Now is the perfect time to spark excitement about civic engagement. Help students build lifelong voting habits by engaging them early. This professional learning workshop is designed for educators teaching grades 6-12 and focuses on local and state elections while aligning with Arizona’s state standards. Participants will explore online games and activities that make learning about voting fun and meaningful. The training also includes step-by-step guidance for setting up a classroom or schoolwide Kids Voting AZ mock midterm election. The focus is on informed voting and civic participation, without discussing specific candidates. Attendees will leave with ready-to-use lesson plans, “I Voted” stickers, Family Activity Booklets, and $100 in FREE curriculum resources.

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This LRE Academy is for middle and high school educators who have previous experience teaching Mock Trial.

Event Overview

Take your Mock Trial program to the next level with this professional learning academy designed for educators who have previous experience coaching or teaching Mock Trial. Building on foundational courtroom knowledge, participants will explore more advanced approaches to case preparation, trial strategy, and student coaching. Through discussion, activities, and collaboration with experienced Mock Trial educators, attendees will gain practical ideas for helping students strengthen their advocacy, critical thinking, and courtroom presentation skills. Whether preparing for the Arizona Mock Trial Tournament or just enhancing classroom implementation, this academy will provide educators with new tools, strategies, and insights to support student success in Mock Trial. Attendees will receive $100 in FREE curriculum resources. 

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This LRE Academy is for educators who serve a high school population. 

Event Overview

Prepare students for the realities of adulthood by exploring how everyday decisions can carry significant legal consequences after turning 18. This academy equips educators with engaging lessons and activities that help students understand the laws related to alcohol, drugs, vaping, parties, transportation, and criminal charges while developing the decision-making skills needed to navigate real-world situations responsibly. Participants will explore the increased rights, responsibilities, and accountability that come with legal adulthood. A key resource provided is the When You Turn 18 booklet, created by the Arizona Bar Foundation in partnership with the Arizona Supreme Court and the Maricopa County Courts to inform youth about the new rights and responsibilities they receive on their 18th birthday. Educators will leave with practical resources to help students make informed choices, avoid common legal pitfalls, and successfully transition into adulthood. Attendees will receive a complimentary classroom set of the When You Turn 18 booklets as well as $100 in free curriculum resources.

Free, private hotel accommodations and mileage reimbursement  up to $150 are available for educators traveling 100 miles or more one-way to the training location while supplies last.

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