criminal justice

Read Delco Times story as an example of a reporter's coverage of a trial.
Objective - Write a 250 word newspaper account of our Thomas v. Nomad trial. You must include the following things:
Creative Headline that reflects the case
- summary of the plaintiff's case
-summary of the defendant's case
- summary of the verdict
-mention at least two witness's testimony
        - include all of the following words( boldface each word)
         - plaintiff, defendant, negligence, contributory negligence, compensatory damages, nominal damages
- be accurate.
- if you don't know something do a little investigation.

Making an Effective Speech

Making an Effective Speech

Grading rubric for the senate speech have been handed out. Check out the following sites for guidance and ideas on how to make a good speech.
1. Presentation tips for Public Speaking -
2. How to Write a Good Speech-
Key points
1. Know your stuff. If you are unclear about the material you will not do well.
2. Be over- prepared. Rehearse your speech, time yourself, sync your power point with the speech.
3. Know your audience
4. Use various techniques to engage your audience.

Bill models

Use the link below as the template for your bill
Bill template to use -
Below is a link to a Pa law. It is a good model to see what a bill looks like.
Pa Castle law developed from  Pa House Bill 40