Pre-Law

The John Locke Institute encourages young people to cultivate the characteristics that turn good students into great writers: independent thought, depth of knowledge, clear reasoning, critical analysis and persuasive style. 

Dozens of young lawyers and law students are honored each year through ABA member groups’ awards. These ABA awards recognize public service, professionalism, community involvement in the legal profession, and much more.

Oregon has been participating in the National High School Mock Trial Competition (NHSMTC) since 1987, and Civics Learning Project is proud to continue that legacy today. Every February and March, high school teams from around the state compete in Regional Competitions. The top teams then compete at the State Competition, and that winner goes on to the National Competition to compete against teams from across the country.

Indigo Research is an online research program that opens up research opportunities for high school students.