STEAM Mock Trial Team wins first round of tournament
The Mount Vernon STEAM Academy Mock Trial Team competed in the first round of the Westchester County Bar Association’s Mock Trial Tournament. The scholars at STEAM are competing against students from high schools throughout Westchester County. On Thursday, February 27, students faced off against the Briarcliff High School Mock Trial Team.
“We are so proud of our scholars who won their first round of competition!” said Steve Kollias, social studies teacher and Mock Trial Team advisor.
Lawyers Peter Silvera, Zior Williams, and DanaMarie Galindo; witnesses, Kayla May, Evelin Torres, and D’Angeline Trathen; and timekeeper Leronia Smith; all rose to the occasion and delivered an incredible performance! The STEAM Mock Trial Team will compete in the second round of the tournament this Thursday, March 6, at the Westchester County Courthouse.
Click here to read more about the Mock Trial Team.