Highlights

Specialized Classes and Curriculum
Students in the ninth through twelfth grade choose from a variety of specialized classes including Law and Youth, Criminal Justice Legal Writing, Law and Literature, Civil Law, International Law, and Forensic Science. Foreign Language classes provide interpretation and translation, while math and science classes foster background in investigative techniques.

Every attempt is made to provide each student with programs that meet their academic needs and fulfill the requirements of colleges and universities in California and throughout the United States.

Magnet students can choose from honors level and Advanced Placement (AP) classes in many subject areas such as:
AP Environ. Sci
AP Biology
AP Calculus
H Physics
AP English
AP Foreign Language
AP Chemistry
AP English Language
AP English Literature
AP Government/Comparative Government

Community Service
Community service is an integral part of the twelfth grade curriculum. Students have the opportunity to work closely with community leaders in local government agencies as well as private firms. Seniors can also choose the option of taking college classes in administration and legal research on Monroe’s campus.

Extra-Curricular Activities
To complement their course curriculum, magnet students can choose from many exciting activities including mock trials, debate team, internships, Junior Statesmen of America membership and special invitations to events sponsored by local politicians.

Field trips to the Los Angeles Courts, LAPD Crime labs, and special conferences with law/government related organizations are an essential part of the magnet experience. Guest government related organizations are an essential part of the magnet experience. Guest speakers also make regular visits in the Magnet courtroom.

Unique Facilities
Mock trials are held in the state-of-the-art courtroom on the Monroe campus. Students are involved in mock trials and moot court hearings in the courtroom on a regular basis.

The Law and Government Magnet is also equipped with IBM computers and printers in most classrooms. Also, students have access to the latest legal software and Internet research links in a dedicated magnet computer lab. A complete law library is located on campus.

In addition, a forensic science laboratory with the latest technology and scientific equipment is available to students.

Related Occupations
Politician
Government Official
Attorney
State Attorney General
Prosecutor
Public Defender
Judge
Judicial Worker
Teacher
Paralegal
Arbitrator
Mediator
Journalist
Patent Agent
Title Examiner
Legislative Assistant
Lobbyist
FBI Special Agent
Corporate Executive
State Board of Bar Examiners
Compliance Enforcement Inspector
Occupational Safety & Health Worker

Magnet Expectations
Outstanding attendance
College bound
Excellent study habits
Leadership qualities
Community service
A desire not just to succeed, but to excel
Ongoing parental involvement