Faith Lutheran | Justice & Advocacy Academy

Justice & Advocacy Academy

The Justice & Advocacy Academy is designed to sharpen the skills of persuasion in students with a passion for justice and changing the world. The academy provides real life experiences to inspire and prepare our students for university programs in law, political science, and criminal justice. Careers in the fields of justice and advocacy include attorneys, judges, law enforcement and a variety of political, non-profit, and medical lobbyists. All of these careers require dedication, a passion for people, and the critical skills of persuasion.

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COLLABORATIVE EXPERIENCE

At the core of our J&A Academy is the opportunity for students to participate in at least one of our award-winning Mock Trial, Model United Nations and We the People Teams. Students work with members of the professional community to prepare for competition, then face off against other schools throughout the country. J&A teams compete locally and have also traveled to Boston, New York City, Washington DC, Los Angeles, Raleigh, Denver, Chicago, Baltimore, and San Francisco.
OPPORTUNITIES

Current course offerings in social science and English are supplemented with J&A course offerings of Persuasion and Argument, Trial and Advocacy, Forensic Science, and Criminal Justice. Students will complete a 50+ hour internship or other related experience. The J&A program includes field trips, guest speakers, and authentic courtroom experience in our very own Faith Lutheran courtroom.
ENDORSEMENT

Faith Lutheran High School offers J&A endorsements in Jurisprudence, Diplomacy, and Criminal Justice. An endorsement is added to a student’s transcript upon completion, providing them with a competitive advantage over traditional college freshmen. A J&A Endorsement announces to universities that the student has accomplished a well-rounded, rigorous program in the areas of social and political science. Additionally, it will indicate that the student has become proficient in leadership, writing, and public speaking especially pertaining to justice and advocacy.

J&A News

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MOCK TRIAL FINISHES 4th AT 2022 NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIPS
MOCK TRIAL PLACES 4TH AT EMPIRE BALTIMORE
MOCK TRIAL TEAMS FINISH 1,2,3 AT 2022 STATE CHAMPIONSHIP

Best Attorney - Lily Johnson
Best Witness - Laynie Milohnic
MOCK TRIAL WINS REGIONALS
MOCK TRIAL COMPETES AT EMPIRE CHICAGO

Best Attorney - Lily Johnson
MODEL UN EARNS HIGHEST NUMBER OF INDIVIDUAL AWARDS AT 2021 WRANGLER MUN

Superior Delegates - Akash Abraham and Sabrina Richards
Outstanding Delegate - Jacob Stowers
Best Research - Angelina Orlando

Thank you for your Support

Requirements & Coursework

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GRADE LEVEL AND GPA
Invitations will be sent out in January for freshmen and sophomores to apply who meet all of the following:
- Have a weighted GPA of 3.5 or higher.
- Participate with one of our Mock Trial, Moot Court, Model United Nations or We the People Teams during that same school year.
DIPLOMACY REQUIRED CLASSES
J&A students must maintain a 3.5 weighted GPA and earn an 80% or higher in all required courses:
- Choose two of Trial & Appellate Advocacy, Trial Advocacy - Honors, Sociology, or Persuasion & Argument
- AP English Language, AP U.S. History, or AP U.S. Government
JURISPRUDENCE REQUIRED CLASSES
J&A students must maintain a 3.5 weighted GPA and earn an 80% or higher in all required courses:
- Choice of Trial & Appellate Advocacy, or Trial Advocacy - Honors
- Persuasion & Argument, or Sociology
- AP English Language, or AP U.S. Government
CRIMINAL JUSTICE REQUIRED CLASSES
J&A students must maintain a 3.5 weighted GPA and earn an 80% or higher in all required courses:
- Choice of Trial & Appellate Advocacy, Trial Advocacy - Honors, or Forensic Science
- Intro to Criminal Justice
- Persuasion & Argument, Sociology, AP English Language, or AP U.S. Government