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Special Initiatives and Projects
This page contains links to initiatives and special
projects by the Michigan Supreme Court.
Court Community Connections Program
While the Supreme Court normally hears oral argument at the Michigan Hall of Justice in Lansing, Supreme Court justices and staff are traveling to various communities as part of "Court Community Connections," which the Supreme Court started in 2007 as a public education program aimed principally at high school students. The goal is to help students understand the appellate courts and Michigan's judicial system.
The Court's initial visit was to Lapeer, followed by Hastings in Barry County, and Saginaw Valley State University in Saginaw. Centreville in St. Joseph County will host the Court's next visit.
To prepare for oral argument, students meet with local attorneys, who discuss the case that the Court will hear. After the argument, students participate in a debriefing session with the attorneys who argued the case.
Contact the Public Information Office at 517-373-0129 or 517-373-0714 for additional information.
Juror Appreciation Month >>
During Juror Appreciation Month, the Justices of the Michigan Supreme Court urge judiciary, attorneys, citizens, schools, businesses, and media of Michigan to use this occasion to preserve and strengthen the jury system and to express appreciation for fellow citizens who answer the call of duty. Michigan will celebrate Juror Appreciation during July 2009.
Michigan Adoption
Day>>
Michigan will held its sixth annual Adoption Day in November 2008. Here you will find more information about this special event, including press releases, media coverage, reports, and other information from Michigan Adoption Day held in previous years (2008, 2007, 2006, 2005, 2004, and 2003).
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