Wednesday, April 24, 2013

Mock Trial - Monday (am)

Today, students participated in a "hot seat" activity and a persuasive writing task for casting, followed by
character sketches that included name, background story, job, and thoughts about the trial. Based on student requests and on their performance today, students will be taking on the following roles in Monday's mock trial:
  • Quirky – Noah
  • Zirky – Camryn
  • Mr. Jones – Hayden
  • Mrs. Smith – Tara
  • Constable Chen – Cole
  • Mr. Noodles – Jared
  • Crown prosecutors - Emma, Adam, and Zack
  • Defence lawyers - Ben, Reid, and Matthew
  • Court clerk – Louis
  • Jury - Aaron, Bailey, Haley, Lucas, Brianna, Mieke, and Carlos
  • Bailiff - Michael
  • Sketch artists – Marlee and Sam
Students should read through the information below and be familiar with their role before Monday's class: