Warren B. Rudman U.S. Courthouse Field Trip

Schedule a field trip to the Warren B. Rudman U.S. Courthouse in Concord, NH. Students will have an opportunity to tour the courthouse, explore a courtroom, learn about the federal court system, observe bankruptcy court hearing(s) and meet federal Judge(s) and court personnel.

Bankruptcy Mock Trial

Bankruptcy mock trials are memorable experiential learning activities that can be conducted at the courthouse or at your school. Student participants are given a bankruptcy case scenario, immerse themselves in roles such as attorneys, trustees, debtors, or witnesses, and work in teams to prepare case arguments for a hearing. Students will learn and follow courtroom procedures and present their case to the presiding Mock Trial Judge. Students will explore how the bankruptcy court works, develop confidence and build skills in research, communication, critical thinking, and teamwork. Mock trial materials, including workbooks and supplies, are provided by the court.

Credit Abuse Resistance Education Presentations (CARE NH)

CARE is a national non-profit comprised of professionals in bankruptcy, financial services, and business. In New Hampshire, CARE volunteers include the Chief U.S. Bankruptcy Judge for the District of New Hampshire and local attorneys who are available to speak virtually and in person. Presenters draw on their professional experiences to share real life stories and provide participants basic knowledge to manage their personal finances. Presentations are tailored to the number of participants and time available and focus on the benefits of personal financial management and the consequences of credit abuse.

Career Exploration

There is a wide range of career opportunities at the U.S. Courts and in the Federal Judiciary. In addition to legal career paths, there are administrative, financial, and technology careers. The judge, court professionals and other federal employees are available to share real-world information and experiences with students.

Students will explore court careers and learn about the transferrable skills, education, and professional paths available. Many court careers do not require a college degree. Students will hear about various career opportunities to consider a career within the federal system.

Civics Exam Prep

A fun and interactive game to help high school students prepare for the state required naturalization civics exam. Students will have an opportunity to study in an engaging, competitive, and fun format.

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