Volunteer Judges Needed For Howard County's Annual Simulated Congressional Hearings

HOWARD COUNTY, MD — Volunteers are needed to serve as judges in the annual Simulated Congressional Hearings being held at elementary schools across Howard County from May 3 to June 6.

The hearings, which focus on issues related to the Constitution, are the culmination of fifth grade students’ social studies instruction. During the hearings, judges listen as students share what they have learned then ask questions and provide constructive feedback. Judges do not need to be constitutional experts and will receive training the morning before their scheduled hearing to ensure they are adequately prepared for their role, according to the Howard County Public School System.

Interested community members should complete the online registration form to indicate their preferred hearing dates and locations. Community members are encouraged to register for as many hearings as they wish to judge. Judging assignments will be made on a first-come, first-served basis.