If You Have 15 to 30 Minutes with a Group
Show an inspirational video and start a conversation. Brief videos are stimulating discussion starters.
Pathways to the Bench
First-person videos are personal stories of judges who overcame adversity to serve on the federal bench. Each judge has a motivational message that has broad applications across many audiences. The narratives also provide glimpses into contemporary American history.
Preparation Time: Judges and lawyers spend 30 minutes identifying and reviewing the video(s) of interest to their audiences.
Program Duration: Discussions can be 15-30 minutes or longer, depending on the time available.
Audiences: Middle school through university students; adults and lifelong learners.
Topics: Videos make timely presentations throughout the year, including Heritage Months. Here is a partial list:
- African American History Month: February
- Women’s History Month: March
- Asian-Pacific American Heritage Month: April
- Hispanic Heritage Month: September 15-October 15
Format: Selected Pathways to the Bench video(s) followed by discussion.
Videos: Pathways to the Bench (3-5 minutes).
Resources produced by the Administrative Office of the U.S. Courts. For more, go to http://www.uscourts.gov/about-federal-courts/educational-resources.