Educational Resources - CT Judicial Branch

The Connecticut Judicial Branch is committed to providing resources designed to enhance the public's understanding of the court system.

Developed for High School Students and Teachers:

Connecticut Courts Curriculum - An Interactive Curriculum in Three Segments for High School Students.
Court Aide Program - To provide the opportunities for high school students to learn about the Judicial Branch and the services it provides.
Court Visitation Program - The goal of the Court Visitation Program is to acquaint students and community members with some of the basic steps used in both civil and criminal court processes, as well as, special legal vocabulary.
Job Shadow Program
Jury Duty in Connecticut, What Every Student Should Know (PDF)
Law Day - May 1st each year - "A day of national dedication to the principles under the law."--Dwight Eisenhower
Speakers Bureau - The Speakers' Bureau maintains a panel of Judges and other court officials interested in speaking to community audiences on a wide range of court-related topics.
"The Connecticut State Supreme Court: The Last Word"- (Video from CT-N) - Discover the history and function of the highest court in the state. Video Ordering Information
Video Viewing Guide Questions (PDF) | Video Viewing Guide Questions with Answer Key (PDF)
Tour the Supreme Court - Information about in-person tours or take a virtual tour.

Other Educational Resources:

Common Legal Words - compiled by the Connecticut Judicial Branch as a public service.
Connecticut Courthouse Postcards - Discover the history of Connecticut's Courthouses.
History and Role of the Courts: Yesterday and Today
Intern Program - The Judicial Branch offers interns opportunities to experience and support the State of Connecticut court system’s environment across the state.
Kids' Stuff - Educational activities and information for young people.
Law-Related Education Resources (from Judicial Law Libraries)
Laws and the Courts: a Workbook for Upper Elementary Students (PDF) Teacher Evaluation Form (9x12 Workbook: can be printed on letter or legal size paper with scaling to fit page size)
Media Resource Center - Fast Facts and FAQ's about the Judicial Branch.
Megan's Law Booklet - Definitions and statistics on child sexual abuse, sex offenders, date/acquaintance rape and other related material.
Publications / Videos