JOHNSON HIGH SCHOOL LAW ACADEMY

Law Academy
9th Grade

10th Grade

11 Grade

12th Grade

Career
Preparedness
400025

Law In
Society/Semester
450011 or
Law in
Society/Year
410023

Introduction to
Criminal
Justice
530022

Introduction to
Law & American
Legal System
530021

Certification
Opportunities
Microsoft Office Excel
Expert
Microsoft Office Word
Expert
Microsoft Office
Specialist
Adobe Certified
Associate (ACA)

Law Academy Courses

Number
450011
410023
530021
530022

Course
LAW IN SOCIETY/Semester
LAW IN SOCIETY/Year
INTRODUCTION TO LAW & THE AMERICAN
LEGAL SYSTEM
INTRODUCTION TO CRIMINAL JUSTICE

Credit
0.5
1.0
1.0
1.0

Electives
230032
400017
200042

CIVIL LIBERTIES
ENTREPRENEURSHIP
PUBLIC SPEAKING

1.0
1.0
1.0

Johnsons Law Magnet Academy provides students with opportunities for imagination, creativity, and
curiosity with classes in Criminal Justice and Civil Libertiestaught by an experienced lawyer, along with
guest speakers that include local judges. Students discuss how the law affects them as citizens, both as
students and as future global leaders. Mock trials in the JOJ courtroom provide opportunities for students
to serve as lawyers, witnesses, and even judges. The Magnet Academys Law Library provides students
with resources necessary to research and debate important court cases and legal decisions.
LAW IN SOCIETY (CRIMINAL, CIVIL, CONTRACT, CONSUMER) This elective course is designed to
acquaint students with the basic legal principles common to business and personal activities. Topics include
personal concepts to assist students when evaluating contracts, and renting or owning real estate. This
course is an overview of criminal, civil, contract, and consumer law. Business concepts such as contracting,
starting a business, hiring employees, managing employees, and representing other businesses as
employee or contractor are included. Students critical thinking skills and oral/written communication skills
are reinforced as they progress through this course. Grades: 9-12

LAW IN SOCIETY (CONSTITUTIONAL LAW) This course explores the history and foundations of the
American Constitution. Subjects covered are the basis of American law from other countries, the
interpretation of the American Constitution by politicians and the Courts, and amendments to the
Constitution. Students will compete in mock trials, mock congressional hearings, and mock Supreme Court
hearings on current issues as well as exploring the history of the jurisdictional process. This class requires
active participation, participation in competitions with other schools, and field trips to various societal
functions. Grades: 9-12
INTRODUCTION TO LAW & THE AMERICAN LEGAL SYSTEM A one-credit course designed to
introduce students to fundamental areas of law, the American legal system, and legal professions.
Emphasis is placed on history and development of law, sources of law in society, civil law, criminal law and
procedure, ethics and the justice system, reasoning skills, trial procedures, communication, and research
skills. Grades: 9-12 Fee: $30
INTRODUCTION TO CRIMINAL JUSTICE A one-credit course designed specifically for students
interested in criminal careers. The curriculum focuses on careers, ethics, and professionalism,
constitutional and criminal laws, court system, trial processes, juvenile justice, and correctional systems,
and human diversity. Students will participate in mock criminal trials as well as conducting investigations.
Grades: 9-12 Prerequisite: Law in Society Fee: $30
ELECTIVES:
CIVIL LIBERTIES This course provides an overview of the historical context of the civil liberties tradition
in the United States. Students will explore how civil liberties in the United States evolved throughout our
history and how it relates to contemporary issues. To address these issues we will primarily read and
discuss United States Supreme Court cases, political theory, and research on civil liberties in the United
States. Grades: 9-12
ENTREPRENEURSHIP This is a specialized business course designed to provide students with the skills
needed to effectively organize, develop, create, and manage a business. This course includes business
management and entrepreneurship, communication and interpersonal skills, economics, and professional
development foundations. Grades: 10-12
PUBLIC SPEAKING (Non-Career Tech) This course will provide a basic overview of the communication
process and provide students with an opportunity to begin developing public speaking skills. Persuasive,
informative and expository speeches will be delivered. Short units on interview techniques, debate
procedures, and speaking etiquette will be included. Grades: 9-12