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Supreme Court Spotlight

Supreme Court Spotlight

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This series provides historical context for some of the most important rulings of the Supreme Court. Each episode offers an overview of the case, which teachers can use to engage students in deeper conversations related to the purpose and impact of the ruling.

Closeup of a woman looking directly at camera as she smiles broadly. Behind her is a background that appears to be a glassed-in entry to a school hallway. Caption. As the Court ruled in 1986.
Supreme Court Spotlight
Episode 1
2 minutes 4 seconds
Grade Level: 9 - 12
Closeup of what appears to be a legal document from the mid-1800s. Paper is aged and handwriting is written in black ink using cursive style from that era. Caption. He used to be recognized as a citizen.
Supreme Court Spotlight
Episode 2
1 minutes 31 seconds
Grade Level: 9 - 12