The students involved in the Competition included:

• Bianca R
• Chelsea P
• Layla E
• Olivia L
• Barbara F
• Leah A
• Breana J
• Ashley S
• Siena H
• Arden D
• Wissam M
• Jessica N
• Brianna C
• Ashley E
• Kitiana M

Breana J and Arden D wrote the following reflection on their experience with the Competition:

Breana J: The Mock Trial Competition took place in Terms 2-3 and was meant to go over many weeks like your normal debating or MISA competition would. Due to COVID restrictions, the College hosted an internal competition between Miss Iler’s Year 11 Mock Trial Team and Mr Muller’s Year 10 Mediation Team.

Although we didn’t get to compete against other schools, I speak for all the girls when I say we still had a great time and enjoyed this experience. As someone who studied Legal Studies, the first-hand application of the courtroom was extremely beneficial to my understanding and allowed for a different type of learning. It helped me develop my confidence and speaking skills which I can use outside of class. It is definitely something that I would recommend for any student interested or anyone who just wants to have a go.

Arden D: However, you do not have to be a Legal Studies student to participate in the Mock Trial Competition and it is now open to Year 10 students. I am definitely not a legal based student, but after being randomly volunteered I found that I really enjoyed the experience. I was given the role of witness and doing this allowed me to challenge and improve my improvisation skills whilst being cross-examined by the other team. It was also a fun way for me to do something different from the subjects I did weekly. I highly recommend taking on this experience, not just because of the badge but because you can grow your skill set even if you are not a legal student. 

The Law Society of NSW’s Mock Trial and Mock Mediation competitions have commenced this week and each of our teams for 2021 are busily preparing for Round 1. We wish the girls all the best in this year’s competition.

Jason Muller and Cassandra Iler - HSIE Faculty