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61st YMCA Youth Legislature
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2007-08 Youth Governor
Erik Ashida
In 1965, Lyndon Johnson told the graduating class of Howard University that
it is the glorious opportunity of this generation to end the one huge wrong of the American Nation and, in so doing, to find America for ourselves, with the same immense thrill of discovery which gripped those who first began to realize that here, at last, was a home for freedom…
These words are still true a generation later, and this spirit of having young people discover what our country and its institutions mean to them and how they can contribute to them continues in the Youth and Government program. It gives us unparalleled access to the institutions of our state government, and then gives us the freedom to learn about them and make them our own.
I started Youth and Government my freshman year. I had just moved to Seattle and I was getting to know a new school and a new state. Because of Youth and Government—because I’ve made friends from across the state, gotten to know our state laws, met the governor and sat in the legislative chambers debating bills—I feel like I’m a much more active and informed citizen in Washington than I ever was in California.
I think you can also grow a lot as a person by participating in Youth and Government. I’ve gotten to see friends from my high school start Youth and Government because their friends were doing it, or because they heard that it was fun, and then come back the next year because they’ve become interested in the political issues we discuss in their own right. The program has made me a more confident leader and public speaker, broadened my horizons, and been one of the defining experiences of my high school years.
2007-08 Youth Governor
Erik Ashida
60th/20th Press Release & Session Information
60th Session Bill Book
1947-2007
60th Session Bill Book
Invitation to 60/20 Events May 2nd....
Introducing the 60th Session Youth Governor
Morrie Low
60th Youth Governor
Stevenson, Washington
With the smell of fall in the air we all know a new school year is approaching. Another year of sports, activities, clubs, community service, spirit days, and most importantly (for some) Youth and Government. My experiences with Y&G have been some of the best times of my life. Not only do I have an amazing time at the capitol but I come back to the real world after being a politician for a few days, with a new perspectives on many issues.
That’s the beauty of our program. It allows us, the youth of America, to learn priceless information about democracy while having fun. As Youth Governor in my last year, I hope to make the Youth and Government experience an incredible one for all participants. I hope to connect with as many delegates as possible and get to see who the face of Youth and Government really is.
We are a very special class of participants as the 60th session of Youth and Government is upon us. I anticipate that we will be known for not only this special number, but also for making this session a truly astounding one.
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Morrie Low
Guest columnist
Making politics our own
By Morrie Low
Special to The Times
The 2008 presidential election is shaping up to be one of the most interesting in American history, especially for my generation. It will be the first time many of us are able to vote. But there are still worries of political apathy among youth, begging the question: Do kids really care?
I am a high-school senior and can tell you that the answer is "yes."
Students can learn about civics in more places than just their classrooms, and Washington state is a better place when they do. Many of our region's prominent leaders in government, business and law started their political interests early and have gone on to populate our daily news.
But fame isn't the goal. Teenagers need to grow into adulthood with a better understanding of our political processes and their role in our democracy. They will be better people if they do.
This year, following adjournment of the Washington Legislature, teenagers from across the state are in Olympia putting their own unique experiences to the test. For many, this is their first glimpse of "the real world," and they take it seriously. Using knowledge gained throughout the year, they are drafting, proposing, debating and hopefully passing their own pieces of legislation. They are tackling real-life issues, such as global warming, immigration, gun control and abortion, as well as lighter topics that keep politics fun and interesting. In this way, they are making it their own.
For students, there has never been an easier time to "make it your own." The tools of our generation make sure of that. Presidential candidates are announcing their candidacies on the Internet. Blogs are spreading news faster than any time in history. And MySpace has become the medium of choice for insiders in our nation's capital to become "friends" with people around the country. And, in what is shaping up to be the longest presidential race in history, we have two years to pay attention in real time.
We can also make it our own with a newspaper at the breakfast table, a podcast on our iPod or a discussion group on the Internet. We can discuss important issues with our parents, teachers and friends. Or, we can write to our state legislators and members of Congress about a topic we simply find interesting.
However we do it, making an active contribution is the first step to becoming part of a productive democracy. Not all of us aspire to political office. We may become doctors, lawyers, teachers or scientists. But the lessons we learn about our government now will help us in our futures, whatever they may be.
Students should pride themselves on being informed not only about politics, but in the legislative process, and I hope more teenagers take the time to pay attention to our democratic institutions. We are the future, and learning about government, public policy and our political process is important. Make this time your own. You might even have fun doing it.
Morrie Low, a senior at Stevenson High School, in Stevenson, Skamania County, is the 60th youth governor for the YMCA Youth Legislature, which meets in Olympia May 2-5. For more information about YMCA Youth & Government, visit www.youthandgovernment.org
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YMCA Youth Legislature
60th Session Major Officers
Morrie Low, Governor
Stevenson
Jonathon Padron, Attorney General
Whatcom
Phillipe Celestin Lieutenant Governor
Mountain View
Victoria Verstegen, President Pro Tempore
Lakeside
Peter Rasmussen, Speaker of the House
Lakeside
Alex Mech, Speaker Pro-tem
Whatcom
Jennifer Pesut, Secretary of State
Mountain View
Quinn, Brettler, Director of Elections
Lakeside
Tyler Fredericks, Chief Lobbyist Officer
Mountain View
Rachel Leavitt Baron, Editor-in-Chief
Seattle Academy
Daniela Ferrell, Post Master General
Tacoma
RE: YMCA Mock Trial Championships FROM: Lorrie Thompson
(360) 705-5347
2007 State High School Mock Trial Champion: Seattle Prep
OLYMPIA—MARCH 25, 2007— Seattle Prep High School took top honors this Sunday as the 2007 Champion of the statewide YMCA Youth and Government Mock Trial Program Competition. The team is now eligible to compete for the national title this May in Dallas, Texas.
Washington Supreme Court Justice James M. Johnson presided over the championship trial in Olympia with University Prep High School of King County and Seattle Prep competing for the statewide title. University Prep is eligible to compete in the American Mock Trial Invitational held in Brunswick, New Jersey.
Top ten finalists of the competition are as follows:
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1st place: Seattle Prep
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2nd place: University Prep
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3rd place: Franklin
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4th place: Eastside Catholic
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5th place: Archbishop Murphy
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6th place: Seattle Prep (2nd team)
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7th place: Meridian
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8th place: Tri-Cities Prep
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9th place: Kennewick
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10th place: Port Townsend
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The Best Attorney Award went to Tyler Whitney of Kennewick High School, and the Best Witness Award went to three students in a three-way tie: Nicholas Aigner of Seattle Prep, Andrea Nelson of University Prep, and Shane Norman of Liberty High School.
For the Championship round, the Best Attorney Award went to Kelly Margard of University Prep, and the Best Witness Award went to Ruth Vizcaino of Seattle Prep.
A total of 20 high school teams from across the state competed for the title in a three-day, four-round competition this weekend at the Thurston County Courthouse, arguing the plaintiff and defense sides of a fictitious assault trial in which a musical megastar and a photojournalist clash with claims of privacy invasion and defamation. The case was written by King County Superior Court Judge William Downing, former state Mock Trial Program Chair.
This year marked the 20th Anniversary of the YMCA Mock Trial competitions, which began in 1987. The Mock Trial Programs is part of the YMCA’s Youth & Government program, which for 60 years has helped students experience democracy in action. Mock Trial allows students to participate in true-to-life courtroom drama before real judges in real courtrooms, gaining an understanding of the law and the role of the judiciary.
PROGRAM CONTACTS: Seattle Prep Head Coach Andy McCarthy, 206-931-1058; Judge Robert Lewis, Mock Trial Program Chair at 360-397-2226; Janelle Nesbit, Executive Director, YMCA Youth and Government Program at 253-370-1757.
MEDIA ADVISORY
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE — February 8th, 2007
CONTACT: Janelle D. Nesbit
YMCA Youth & Government
Executive Director (360) 357-3475 or Cell (253) 370-1757
youthandgovexec@qwest.net
YMCA Youth from across the state gather for Governor’s Breakfast and Proclamation Signing, announcing the
60th YMCA Youth Legislature
“the other legislature”
WHAT: More than 100 YMCA Youth & Government delegates, alumni, and honored guests will gather in the Rotunda of the Legislative Building on Thursday, February 15th 7:30 to 9:00 a.m. for a breakfast with the Governor and signing the proclamation that brings the 60thth YMCA Youth Legislature into session.
The morning’s program includes speeches by Governor Gregoire and Youth Governor Morrie Low, of the Stevenson Delegation.
WHEN: Thursday, February 15th, 7:30 to 9:00 a.m.
Schedule for the morning is as follows:
7:30 a.m. Check in
7:40 Music
8:10 Speeches by Youth Governor Low and Secretary of State Reed
8:30 Speech by Governor Gregoire
8:40 Proclamation Signing
8:45 Breakfast and coffee outside the State Reception Room
WHO: YMCA Youth & Government delegates from throughout Washington, including: Youth Governor Morrie Low and other Youth Legislature Officers, Governor Christine Gregoire, Secretary of State, Sam Reed, and other distinguished guests.
WHERE: The Rotunda of the Washington State Legislative Building in Olympia
DETAILS: For 60 years, Washington YMCA Youth & Government has been helping young people experience democracy in action through two highly successful program: Youth Legislature and Mock Trial. Each year over 1,000 teenagers gain a deep understanding of our democratic traditions, their importance, and how to sustain them by their active participation in these Youth & Government programs. For additional information, call Janelle Nesbit, YMCA Youth & Government Executive Director or Sarah Clinton, Program Director, 360.357.3475.
This event is made possible by:
Sanitary Service Company, Harold LeMay Enterprises and Les Schwab Tire Centers along with
Microsoft, Starbucks Coffee Company, and the YMCA of Greater Seattle
PRESS RELEASE
January 12, 2007
For Immediate Release
Contact: Janelle D. Nesbit, Executive Director
YMCA Youth & Government
P.O. Box 193
Olympia, WA 98507
360-357-3475
YMCA YOUTH & GOVERNMENT SEARCHES FOR OUTSTANDING LEADERS STATEWIDE FOR THE
ROBERT F. UTTER AWARD
YMCA Youth & Government is soliciting nominations for its annual Robert F. Utter Award. The award recognizes consistent, outstanding and sustained contributions to the cause of civic leadership. Past recipients of the award are Robert F. Utter, retired Supreme Court Justice; the Honorable Daniel J. Evans, former Governor of the State of Washington; Frederick T. Haley, CEO of Brown and Haley of Tacoma; the Honorable Governor Christine Gregoire; The Honorable Ralph Munro, former Secretary of State; Bob Henderson, former YMCA Youth & Government Alumnus and Board member; Bill Sieverling, former YMCA Youth & Government Alumnus and YMCA Executive; and most recently Ray Johnston formally of Stevenson, Washington and Rick Nagel of Mercer Island both retired educators and long time advisors in the Youth & Government program.
The Robert F. Utter Award recognizes a role model for Youth & Government’s two teen leadership programs, Youth Legislature and Mock Trial. The recipient will be an individual of unquestionable integrity who exemplifies outstanding citizenship, leadership and character in a manner that encourages the development of leadership skills and social responsibility in youth.
Send your nomination for the award to YMCA Youth & Government, P.O. Box 193, Olympia, WA 98507, on or before February 1, 2007. An official form can be obtained by calling 360-357-3475 or visiting our website at www.youthandgovernment.org; however, all nominations will be considered. The Board of Directors of YMCA Youth & Government makes the final selection in March. The award will be presented at the annual Youth Legislature Governor’s Cabinet Reception on May 2, 2007.
MEDIA ADVISORY
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE — January 4, 2007
CONTACT: Janelle Nesbit,
YMCA Youth & Government
Executive Director
360-357-3475
youthandgovexec@qwest.net
YMCA Youth & Government Alumni Search
WHAT:
Spring of 2007 marks the 60th Anniversary of the Washington YMCA Youth & Government program. For over half a century Youth & Government programs have been teaching democratic values to the youth of Washington by creating opportunities for students to actually participate in the democratic process. The Youth Legislature program offers teens the opportunity to write and debate legislation in the floor of the Washington State Legislative Building while the Mock Trial program teaches young people the intricacies of the court system through the process of trying a case in front of real judges in real courtrooms.
WHEN:
Wednesday, May 2nd, 2007 on the Washington State Capitol Campus
o Alumni Reception
o Celebration Banquet
o Historical displays, pictures, and stories
WHO:
YMCA Youth & Government is currently looking for individuals who have participated in either the Youth Legislature or Mock Trial Program in the past 60 years and are interested in celebrating with us. There will be special Anniversary events including an Alumni Reception and Celebration Banquet held on the opening evening of the 60th Session of the YMCA Youth Legislature. There will also be volunteer opportunities available for those interested in giving back to the program that has done so much for the democratic education of Washington’s youth.
WHERE: Washington State Capitol Campus
DETAILS:
For more information or to become involved in the YMCA Youth & Government Anniversary Celebration, please contact Janelle Nesbit at 360-357-3475 or youthandgovexec@qwest.net.
The Olympian
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March 26, 2006
Section: South Sound
Page: 01C
Students show off court skills
Mock trial finals continue today; winner competes nationally
Stephanie Mathieu
OLYMPIA - Former Superior Court Judge Daniel Berschauer is enjoying retirement but returned to his old courtroom Saturday to participate in a mock trial competition for high school students.
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Berschauer stepped into his old role while students from the Seattle Academy of Arts and Sciences and Seattle Preparatory School acted as defense and prosecuting attorneys.
The role-playing was part of the 59th annual YMCA Mock Trial State Final Competition, in which 20 high schools from across the state are competing in a four-round tournament. Each group takes on the same trial in all rounds.
The top two teams meet head to head today. The winning team goes on to the national competition in Oklahoma City in May.
None of the teams is from Thurston or Mason counties.
"I'm always amazed every time I do this," Berschauer said. "These young people are highly skilled."
Each school team includes three mock attorneys and their witnesses.
In Courtroom One, the jury consisted of three real attorneys who judged the competition.
The teams went through all the steps of a trial - pretrial motions, gathering evidence from witnesses and closing arguments - in front of an audience of more than 50 people.
The mock defense from Seattle Academy presented its defendant as a recent high school graduate bound for the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, a loving sister working three jobs to support her paralyzed 11-year-old sister.
She was accused of contributing to the death of her friend by selling him methamphetamine. His body was found in a burned-down cabin.
During closing arguments, Seattle Academy student Christian Chisholm said the defendant is no drug dealer; she'd gone to sleep at 9:30 p.m. on the night in question after watching the Disney film "Bambi." There isn't enough evidence to prove his client guilty beyond a reasonable doubt, he told the jury.
The prosecution depicted the defendant as a well-known meth dealer who used the victim as a means to make more money.
"She has been reaping the benefits of her lucrative business long enough," Seattle Prep student Nick Crown said in closing arguments.
Crown's parents were in the audience during round three.
"I think both teams did really well," said Nick's mother, Irene.
Nick's younger brother, Alex, participated in the tournament with a different team.
Irene Crown said she likes to see her sons participate in the mock trial because it exercises their minds and makes them think.
"They did an excellent job," Berschauer agreed.
He likes the event because it teaches students to think critically, think on their feet and marshal arguments. And it teaches all students - regardless of their career goals - about the legal system, he said.
One legal lesson learned during round three dealt with Washington state's privacy law.
The two teams referred to the concept of "reasonable expectation of privacy" while debating about striking an Instant Messaging conversation from the record.
Washington state is one of the most stringent about privacy, Berschauer said. He agreed with the defense that contents of the conversation could not be used as evidence.
Berschauer decided to be a lawyer when he was in high school, a decision that caused him to quit playing football and take up debate, he said. Opportunities like the YMCA Mock Trial weren't available when he was in high school.
Other judges from Thurston County who participated Saturday are Susan Dubuisson, Christine Pomeroy and Brett Buckley, all District Court judges. Washington State Supreme Court Justice Susan Owens will be a judge during today's final competition.
Team members won't know which teams are in the finals until shortly before it begins today.
If you go
The public is invited to attend the final round of the YMCA Mock Trial State Final Competition at 11:30 a.m. today in Courtroom One at the Thurston County Courthouse, 2000 Lakeridge Drive. The competition will be aired on TVW, Channel 23. The broadcast time wasn't available Saturday.
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Fort Vancouver High School senior John Endresen, a defense attorney on the school’s mock trial team, rehearses Thursday for the state tournament that begins today. It is the school’s 15th consecutive appearance at state. (JANET L. MATHEWS/The Columbian)
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Mock trial guru seeks change
Friday, March 24, 2006
By STEPHANIE RICE, Columbian staff writer
"These kids," Chris Gourley said more than once Thursday, as she tried getting her mock trial team to focus. "They are going to be the death of me."
The good-natured Fort Vancouver High School teacher has been saying that since 1992, when her first team won the district title and advanced to the state mock trial tournament. Every team since has done the same.
But as she watched her attorneys and witnesses rehearse Thursday for the tournament that begins today, Gourley said this trip to the Thurston County Courthouse in Olympia may be her last.
"I'm tired," she said.
A lot has changed in 15 years.
The team used to be made up of students in Gourley's business law class. Now, more than 100 students in the school's legal magnet program try out for one of 14 spots. The "courtroom" used to be made by rearranging desks and chairs; now, Fort has a courtroom.
The Trappers won three state titles in the 1990s and have finished as high as 19th in national competition.
Building such a successful program has taken a toll on Gourley, who said she will teach for two more years but has asked to be transferred to a different school.
"I'm ready for a change."
Senior Barbara Nellor, a prosecutor, said Gourley puts all of her energy into getting the team ready for competition.
"She sometimes seems to care more than we do, because she wants us to have the best possible experience."
Nellor plans to attend Pacific Lutheran University and then law school.
Gourley, who has a law degree, has watched a dozen of her former students become attorneys. Another 10 are in law school, said Gourley, who became a teacher because she wanted more time with her two children. (Plus she's married to an attorney and didn't want both parents working 60-hour weeks.)
Senior John Endresen, a defense attorney, doesn't plan a law career. He's going to the University of Portland School of Nursing.
"Ms. Gourley is what makes this program great," he said.
Mock trial attracts students from different high school cliques, he said, and Gourley helps them work toward a common goal of delivering a sharp presentation.
To that end, Gourley recruits professionals.
District Court Judge Rich Melnick has been helping Fort for 13 years.
"(Gourley's) enthusiasm hasn't waned one bit," Melnick said. "She gets really excited every year. It's infectious to the kids. She sees it as a real opportunity to help the kids grow and get a lot of confidence."
Her favorite thing about mock trial? There's always room for improvement.
"They are never done," Gourley said. "There's always this new thing that they are excited to try."
After 15 years of coaching mock trial, Gourley knows the feeling.
Stephanie Rice covers the courts and was a member of Fort Vancouver's 1992 mock trial team. Reach her at 360-759-8004 or stephanie.rice@columbian .com.
Did you know?
Each mock trial team has a prosecution and a defense squad. Each squad has three attorneys and four witnesses.
Trials run about two hours and are based on a fictional case written by an attorney.
Clark County schools in the 20-team state tournament, which begins today, are Fort Vancouver, Camas, Heritage, Hudson's Bay and Ridgefield.
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The Herald - Everett, Wash. - www.HeraldNet.com
Published: Thursday, March 23, 2006
Mock trial, real learning
Students take crack at law and order
By Melissa Slager
Herald Writer
Boxes with notes are drawn on construction paper taped to one wall in a classroom at Archbishop Murphy High School, wrapping around and spilling onto a white-board on another wall.
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Elizabeth Armstrong / The Herald
Roger Brodniak (right), a history teacher at Archbishop Murphy High School, listens as Ian Hewsser, 18, discusses his role as a witness for the prosecution at the state YMCA Mock Trial championship during a final coaching session on Wednesday. <
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2006 Mock Trial Archives
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GREAT JOB
SEATTLE ACADEMY OF THE ARTS AND SCIENCES
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2006 State Mock Trial Championship
Results
1st Seattle Academy
2nd Franklin High School
other results posted below
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RE: YMCA Mock Trial Championships FROM: Wendy K. Ferrell
(206) 940-4758
2006 State High School Mock Trial Champion:
Seattle Academy of Arts and Sciences
OLYMPIA, March 26, 2006—Seattle Academy of Arts and Sciences took top honors this Sunday as the 2006 champion of the statewide YMCA Youth and Government Mock Trial Program Competition. The team is now eligible to compete for the national title this May in Oklahoma City.
Washington Supreme Court Justice Susan J. Owens presided over the championship trial, in which Franklin High School and Seattle Academy competed in a complex case of death, meth and a question of over-zealous or on-target investigators this weekend in Olympia at the Thurston County Courthouse. The Best Witness Award went to Laura Zulliger of Seattle Academy and the Best Attorney Award went to Gordon Greaves of Franklin High School.
Hundreds of high school students represented 20 high school teams from around the state against each other in the fictitious murder trial in which a bright, college-bound student is put on trial for “controlled substances homicide” for allegedly furnishing methamphetamine to a friend who later died in a house fire. The case was written by Assistant United States Attorney Mike Lang, and edited by King County Superior Court Judge William Downing, who serves as the state Mock Trial Program Chair.
Students engaged in four rounds of competition, serving alternately as prosecution and defense in the mock trials, before the top two teams competed for the championship on Sunday at 11:30 a.m.
Top ten finalists of the competition are as follows:
1. Seattle Academy of Arts and Sciences
2. Franklin High School
3. University Prep (Blue team)
4. University Prep (Green team)
5. Seattle Prep (Blue team)
6. Kennewick High School
7. Port Townsend High School
8. Hudson’s Bay High School
9. Fort Vancouver
10. Southridge High School
For the weekend competitions, the Best Overall Witness Award went to Bekah Helsel of River Academy and the Best Overall Attorney Award went to Collin Mertens of Southridge High School.
More than 30 judges and 120 attorneys statewide volunteered their time in the three-day event. The YMCA Mock Trial competition is in its 19th year, allowing students to participate in true-to-life courtroom drama before real judges in real courtrooms, gaining an understanding of the law and the role of the judiciary.
Contacts: Janelle D. Nesbit, YMCA Youth and Government Executive Director at 253-370-1757; Jenny Zovoutsky, Seattle Academy Coach 206-276-1057; or Judge William Downing, Mock Trial Program Chair at 206-296-9362.
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School Rankings 1-20
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Franklin |
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University Prep Blue |
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University Prep Green |
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Seattle Prep Blue |
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Kennewick |
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Port Townsend |
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Hudson's Bay High School |
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Fort Vancouver |
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Southridge |
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Camas |
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The River Academy |
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Lyndon |
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Ridgefield |
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Sehome |
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Seattle Prep Green |
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Archibishop Murphy |
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Heritage |
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Meadowdale Defense |
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Meadowdale Prosecution |
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2006 Mock Trial Case
Fire & Ice
Click here to see the file
2005 Washington State Mock Trial Case
Written by: the Honorable William L. Downing, King County Superior Court
2007 Mock Trial Archives
"Image of the Buzz"
2007 State Mock Trial Results by School
1- Seattle Prep
2- University Prep
3- Franklin
4- Eastside Catholic
5- Archbishop Murphy
6- Seattle Prep (second team)
7- Meridian
8- Tri-Cities Prep
9- Kennewick
10- Port Townsend
11- Roosevelt
12- Lynden
13- Camas
14- Fort Vancouver
15- River Academy
16- Ridgefield
17- Port Townsend (second team)
18- Liberty
19- Columbia
20- Meadowdale
NEWS RELEASE
RE: YMCA Mock Trial Championships FROM: Lorrie Thompson
(360) 705-5347
2007 State High School Mock Trial Champion: Seattle Prep
OLYMPIA—MARCH 25, 2007— Seattle Prep High School took top honors this Sunday as the 2007 Champion of the statewide YMCA Youth and Government Mock Trial Program Competition. The team is now eligible to compete for the national title this May in Dallas, Texas.
Washington Supreme Court Justice James M. Johnson presided over the championship trial in Olympia with University Prep High School of King County and Seattle Prep competing for the statewide title. University Prep is eligible to compete in the American Mock Trial Invitational held in Brunswick, New Jersey.
Top ten finalists of the competition are as follows:
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1st place: Seattle Prep
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2nd place: University Prep
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3rd place: Franklin
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4th place: Eastside Catholic
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5th place: Archbishop Murphy
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6th place: Seattle Prep (2nd team)
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7th place: Meridian
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8th place: Tri-Cities Prep
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9th place: Kennewick
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10th place: Port Townsend
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The Best Attorney Award went to Tyler Whitney of Kennewick High School, and the Best Witness Award went to three students in a three-way tie: Nicholas Aigner of Seattle Prep, Andrea Nelson of University Prep, and Shane Norman of Liberty High School.
For the Championship round, the Best Attorney Award went to Kelly Margard of University Prep, and the Best Witness Award went to Ruth Vizcaino of Seattle Prep.
A total of 20 high school teams from across the state competed for the title in a three-day, four-round competition this weekend at the Thurston County Courthouse, arguing the plaintiff and defense sides of a fictitious assault trial in which a musical megastar and a photojournalist clash with claims of privacy invasion and defamation. The case was written by King County Superior Court Judge William Downing, former state Mock Trial Program Chair.
This year marked the 20th Anniversary of the YMCA Mock Trial competitions, which began in 1987. The Mock Trial Programs is part of the YMCA’s Youth & Government program, which for 60 years has helped students experience democracy in action. Mock Trial allows students to participate in true-to-life courtroom drama before real judges in real courtrooms, gaining an understanding of the law and the role of the judiciary.
PROGRAM CONTACTS: Seattle Prep Head Coach Andy McCarthy, 206-931-1058; Judge Robert Lewis, Mock Trial Program Chair at 360-397-2226; Janelle Nesbit, Executive Director, YMCA Youth and Government Program at 253-370-1757.
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2008 Mock Trials
Final 2008 State Mock Trial Standings
1. D--Seattle Prep (Blue)
2. S--Seattle Prep (White)
3. B—Meridian High School
4. K—The River Academy
5. F—Tri-Cities Prep
6. Q - Archbishop Murphy High School Black
7. H - Lynden High School ( #1)
8. N—University Prep
9. I –Port Townsend
10. C—Kennewick High School
11. L - Columbia High School
12. G—Franklin High School
13. M—Eastside Catholic High School
14. E—Lynden High School (#2)
15. P-Archbishop Murphy High School Red
16. O-Fort Vancouver High School
17. A-Mercer Island High School
18. J-Olympia High School
19. T—Ridgefield High School Blue
20. R—Ridgefield High School Orange
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