Meeting Notes
Meeting Notes
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Objections (Oct. 21)
Objections (Oct. 21)
Summary: We gave an overview of objections. This is very important.
Slides: Click here
If you missed the meeting:
Make sure to review the slides.
This is a complex topic, and most of the explanation was given verbally, so please be sure to ask an officer if you have any questions! Just send one of us a DM on GroupMe.
If you're new to the club, be sure to fill out the permission form and bring it to Mrs. Carr!
Make sure you have your directs done and memorized! Lawyers, have your cross done. Witnesses, have your statement memorized. We are trying the mini-case next week!
Cross-Examinations & Witnesses (Oct. 14)
Cross-Examinations & Witnesses (Oct. 14)
Summary: We taught some general principles of cross-examination and how to deflect questions as a witness.
Slides: https://slides.farragutmocktrial.org/14oct
If you missed the meeting:
Make sure to review the slides.
If you have any questions, just ask an officer! Just send one of us a DM on GroupMe.
Direct Examinations (Sept. 30)
Direct Examinations (Sept. 30)
Summary: We went over what to look for in a witness statement and how to write a direct.
Slides: https://slides.farragutmocktrial.org/30sept
If you missed the meeting:
Make sure to review the slides.
Have your direct written before next meeting.
If you have any questions, just ask an officer! Just send one of us a DM on GroupMe.
Mini-Case #1 Introduction (Sept. 23)
Mini-Case #1 Introduction (Sept. 23)
Summary: We introduced Mini-Case #1 and had members sign up. We also explained directs and crosses and gave a live demonstration of each.
Slides: slides.farragutmocktrial.org/23-sept
If you missed the meeting:
Review the slides to get an overview of the mini-case
Fill out this quick form to participate in Mini-Case #1
You MUST fill out the permission form and have it with you at the next meeting if you haven't already turned one in. These were handed out at the meeting. If you need one, visit Mrs. Carr in room 2712 to pick up a copy or contact an officer.
How a Trial Works (Sept. 9)
How a Trial Works (Sept. 9)
Summary: We discussed how openings, directs, crosses, and closings work in a trial and did a continuation of our debate activity from last week.
Slides: Click here
If you missed the meeting:
If you're new to Mock Trial, make sure to look at the slides to learn a little more about how trials work. If you have any questions, please ask one of the officers! You can DM them on GroupMe.
Fill out the Interest Form if you haven't already
Make sure to join our GroupMe
Have your parent fill out a permission form for you to join Mock Trial. These were handed out at the meeting. If you need one, visit Mrs. Carr in room 2712 to pick up a copy, or contact an officer.
Interest Meeting (Aug. 31)
Interest Meeting (Aug. 31)
Summary: Officers introduced themselves and gave an overview of how Mock Trial works. We then did a debate activity.
We were also notified that our sponsor is moving the club to Wednesdays. Since some new members (who were busy Mondays) will be joining, we will review most of this information on our meeting on the 9th.
Slides: Click here
If you missed the meeting:
Fill out the Interest Form if you haven't already
Make sure to join our GroupMe
Have your parent fill out a permission form for you to join Mock Trial. These were handed out at the meeting. If you need one, visit Mrs. Carr in room 2712 to pick up a copy, or contact one of the officers.
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