Classroom Ambassadors
Empowering the Next Generation
The rule of law is not just a legal principle — it is society's promise that even our most serious disagreements get resolved through civil, values-based processes. And that promise comes to life in our classrooms.
You can make a direct impact by joining the Lawyers in the Classroom (or Classroom Ambassadors) program. Whether as a Rule of Law Ambassador or an informed community leader, this program is for every legal professional — lawyer, judge, or clerk — impassioned to inspire the next generation. No prior teaching experience is required; we provide the tools to step into your local schools and empower the voters, advocates, and leaders of tomorrow.
Classroom Ambassadors make a difference in many ways: leading one-time lessons, mentoring students over time, or simply sharing your journey into law — you will provide living proof that the rule of law belongs to everyone. Whatever your availability, there is a meaningful role for you.
Nearly a decade in, Gordon Thomas Honeywell attorneys and Sheridan Elementary in Tacoma show what it looks like when legal professionals put their values into practice — showing up, building trust, and bringing the law closer to the people it belongs to. Visit the WSBA YouTube channel.
How You Can Extend Your Impact
- Start Close to Home: Begin with a school you already have a connection to — one your child attends, a school in your neighborhood, or one you attended yourself. We provide outreach tips and a ready-made contact template to help you make that first connection with confidence.
- Lead the Conversation: Use turnkey, age-appropriate lesson plans on the U.S. Constitution — and the rule of law. Demonstrate in person why a civil, values-based legal system matters for a functioning democracy. You can follow the lessons as written or use it as a jumping-off point to make them your own.
- Mentor Future Leaders: You might be the first legal professional many students meet — show them that they have a seat at the table. Your path into law is more powerful than you might think. Students don't just learn from lessons — they learn from people. Showing up in their classroom tells them the law is accessible, and so are the people who practice it.
- Build Something Lasting: A single visit can grow into an ongoing relationship. Many volunteers return semester after semester as a trusted classroom resource, building lasting connections with teachers and students alike.
Learn more about the Classroom Ambassadors — Lawyers in Classrooms Program.
Questions? Email ambassadors@wsba.org.
