There are some very innovative teaching tools being used to help educate students about government. Recently, fourth graders from New Albany 2-5 Elementary School in Franklin County wrote to Ohio Supreme Court Chief Justice Maureen O’Connor. They were learning about Ohio history and government, and they sent a colorful picture of their school’s eagle mascot. They asked her to take a picture with the eagle and then describe where the eagle had “landed” and why it was important. The Chief Justice was more than happy to accommodate the request and posed with the eagle on the bench of the Supreme Court’s courtroom. Her letter back included information about the court. This
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| Ohio Supreme Court Chief Justice Maureen O'Connor |
is just one example of an entertaining project to spark students’ curiosity about a branch of government and involve students in the learning process.
There are some great resources available to teachers who are looking for ways to engage students, including the Supreme Court’s
Visitor Education Center and the
Ohio Center for Law-Related Education. A question for teachers in our state: What programs do you find useful in civics education?
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