What is Mock Trial?

In 1980, Constitutional Rights Foundation (CRF) introduced the Mock Trial program, which already had a strong following in Los Angeles County, to all the counties in California. The program was created to help students acquire a working knowledge of our judicial system, develop analytical abilities and communication skills, and gain an understanding of their obligations and responsibilities as participating members of our society. The program currently involves 36 California counties.

Chawanakee Unified has entered the Madera County Mock Trial Competition for the last three years. Placing 2nd in 2006 & 2007 and 1st in 2008.  This has been an exciting opportunity for our students to learn about the legal system first hand. The 2008 team consisted of students from both Minarets High School Freshman and 1 senior from Chawanakee Academy. The team competed against Yosemite High School and Madera High School.

1st Place Team