Youth Legislature participants work all year to learn parliamentary procedure and write their own legislation that is later presented to other delegates during a state-wide conference. Teens develop confidence, hone skills in writing, research and public speaking, and better understand their power as citizens in a democratic society. More than 400 youth from Washington participate in the conference each year!

This program is open to students in grades 8-12.

Students in Grades 6-8 will engage with the legal system and in trial advocacy in a variety of roles, including attorneys and witnesses on both sides of a case, learning both theory and practice of trial practice. 

Participants will meet weekly to explore real-life case law. They will learn the various roles found in real-life courtrooms in preparation for taking on those same roles themselves at the Mock Trial Championship in Spring of 2027. Consistent participation in meetings and completion of occasional at-home assignments is required to compete on the Championship team. 

This program is open to students in Grades 6-8 and 9-12. 

This team will launch in Fall of 2026. If you are interested in joining a team for the 2026-2027 school year, please fill out this Interest Form.