Justitia - New! Preamble, Courtroom Tour, Live Virtual, and More

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New Civics and Michigan Studies Resources

Looking for engaging Civics and Michigan Studies content? We're creating resources and experiences in a variety of formats.

Quick Idea: Lady Justice worksheet (fillable PDF)

Lady Justice statue  

Learning Center Live!

Repeating 30-min programs (Zoom) held monthly to fit your curriculum plan. Beginning Oct 15.

Calendar of programs (PDF) | Request a reservation

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Judicial Branch Overview | About the role and structure of the judicial branch; preview content here. (Elem and MS/HS)

Symbols of the Judicial Branch | Lady Justice, judges’ robes, and other symbols reflect Constitutional Principles and Democratic Values such as justice, equality, rule of law, and separation of powers. (Elem)


Michigan Supreme Court

Learn more about the Michigan Supreme Court and how it works through these two new videos. 

Courtroom tour | 3 min

Interview with Justice Elizabeth T. Clement (bio) | 5 min


Preamble

This program features a brief introduction to the Constitutional Convention and purposes of government, an opportunity to recite the Preamble, and a Q & A. 

Recite the Preamble and Q & A with Justice Richard H. Bernstein (bio) | 25 min

 


In response to the Coronavirus (COVID-19)​, all tours and in-person events are currently suspended at the Michigan Supreme Court Learning Center. 


Quick Links

Educator Guide for 2020-21 | Judicial Branch Overview and More 

A Day in Court games for desktop, including Chromebooks

Court Calendar Hall of Justice Video Tour | Hall of Justice Brochure (PDF)