This month, a first-of-its-kind initiative will bring high school students from across Caddo Parish together for a transformational experience in legal education, leadership and life readiness.
The Legal Scholars Clinic will be held June 23–25 at the Caddo Sheriff’s office’s Safety Town, 8910 Jewella Ave.
This three-day program will introduce students to core Constitutional rights — the First, Fourth and Fifth Amendments — through interactive simulations, real-world legal scenarios and guided discussion. From understanding free speech to knowing their rights during a search or interrogation, participants will walk away with practical knowledge and sharpened critical thinking.
The clinic also will include a focused component on substance abuse education and awareness, helping youth understand both the legal consequences and life-altering impact of drug use. With a prevention-first approach, this element of the program will reinforce personal responsibility and smart decision-making.
“The Legal Scholars Clinic is a launch pad for young leaders to explore justice, understand the law and use their voices to shape the future,” said James E. Stewart Sr., Caddo Parish District Attorney. “We are proud to support a program that empowers our youth to lead with purpose and knowledge.”
The participants were selected from Community Renewal Incorporated’s youth program and from the Sheriff’s Explorer Program.