Chair’s Note

In these days of COVID-19 and civil unrest, law related education, especially civics education, is needed now more than ever. Questions have arisen about civil rights, criminal prosecution, and the extent of executive office power, both statewide and at the national level. The ISBA’s Law Related Education Committee stands as a resource for issues about civics education for students and for the public at large. We look to continue to provide educational materials online and speakers in schools and for special events, however those talks end up happening under current conditions. We welcome the new normal and hope we can contribute to what that looks like and how it will serve our mission to bring meaningful topics to the schools for presentation, discussion and debate. In sum, we hope that we can help you process and understand the issues at hand, and we hope you and your families and colleagues stay safe.