New Vision Law & Government The curriculum is designed to provide students with hands-on experience and information regarding numerous law careers that require post-secondary education. Students will acquire knowledge through independent study, cooperative learning, and performance-based learning. Students will earn two Law and Government elective credits and Honors-level Social Studies 12 and English 12 credits. Students also have the opportunity to earn up to six college credits through Onondaga Community College and six credits through Cayuga Community College. Students are required to adhere to strict standards regarding confidentiality and professional behavior. The course is held in the morning at the Public Justice Center in Oswego. Two days a week will be spent in law and government rotations, with the remaining three days in a classroom setting. Anticipated Rotation Sites Admissions Requirements Arise Catholic Charities Caraccioli Law Office Child Care Council Department of Social Services Farnham, Inc. Fulton City Court L. Coleman Law Office Oswego City Police Department Oswego County District Attorney’s Office Oswego County Opportunities Oswego County Probation Department Oswego County Sheriff’s Department Oswego Hospital Behavioral Services Department Oswego Town Clerk’s Office Services to Aid Families (SAF) Step by Step Ability to work cooperatively & independently Completed application form Demonstrated commitment to post-secondary education Demonstrated interest in law & government or related areas Entering Grade 12 & scheduled to graduate the same year High level of maturity & responsibility Minimum 90% attendance in the home school Minimum grade point average of 80% Respect of confidentiality Strong background in math & science Successful completion of the interview process Three letters of recommendation Related College Studies Related Careers Communications Criminal Justice English Forensic Science Political Science Pre-Law Psychology Public Policy Sociology Attorney Forensic Psychologist Law Enforcement Officer Mental Health Counselor Paralegal Political Analyst Probation Officer Contact your school counselor or call the Career Services Office at 963-4255 for more information on this program.