Resource ID:
13678
Grade Range:
10, 11, 12
In this lesson, students will learn about different types of hate crimes. In addition, they will learn about why hate crimes occur, and the legislation surrounding hate crimes.
Resource ID:
13348
Grade Range:
10, 11, 12
This lesson, provides students the opportunity to learn about the special requirements for handling hazardous materials to maintain a safe working environment.
Resource ID:
13699
Grade Range:
10, 11, 12
This lesson is an introduction to the proper procedures for handling and managing explosives and other hazardous materials. A mock bomb threat and response activity is included.
Resource ID:
13741
Grade Range:
9, 10, 11, 12
In this lesson, students will discuss dangers for individuals employed in LPSCS, and how to manage wellness and stress levels.
Resource ID:
13362
Grade Range:
10, 11, 12
This lesson introduces students to the history of the Texas Department of Criminal Justice (TDCJ). Knowing the history is important for establishing where the system began, and the struggles it has overcome to become the agency it is today.
Resource ID:
13582
Grade Range:
11, 12
This lesson gives students an introduction to fingerprinting and includes the history and development of fingerprinting.
Resource ID:
13562
Grade Range:
11, 12
Forensic science is the application of science to criminal and civil law making the scientist in the crime laboratory an active participant in the criminal justice system. An understanding of the origin and development of forensic science is imperative…
Resource ID:
13756
Grade Range:
10, 11, 12
In this lesson, students will research the background needed to prepare for certification in security services, with a focus on the security measures used to protect lives, property, and information.
Resource ID:
13611
Grade Range:
10, 11, 12
In this lesson, students will learn about criminal procedures, the Fourth Amendment, Mapp v. Ohio (1961), Terry v. Ohio (1968), and Tennessee v. Garner (1984). Students will watch a search and seizure video, present about one of the court cases, and…
Resource ID:
13345
Grade Range:
10, 11, 12
In this lesson, students will learn about various infections and prevention measures and treatments. Students will be expected to identify various infections based on the symptoms in different scenarios.
Resource ID:
13739
Grade Range:
9, 10, 11, 12
In this lesson, students will discuss collaboration between agencies in the criminal justice system. Students will also complete a scenario-based activity, in which they will work together to form a collaborative solution to a problem.
Resource ID:
13666
Grade Range:
10, 11, 12
Interpersonal skills are important in law enforcement careers. Law enforcement professionals must be able to utilize interpersonal skills as they carry out their professional duties. This lesson explores interpersonal skills and provides students…
Resource ID:
13308
Grade Range:
11, 12
In this lesson, Students learn about the Interpersonal skills, that are important for workers in Law, Public Safety, Corrections, and Security, which they need to collaborate with others to accomplish goals and objectives.
Resource ID:
13378
Grade Range:
10, 11, 12
This lesson introduces students to the interrogation procedures. For law enforcement agents in all fields (police, court, and corrections) it is important to understand the rights of the prisoners and how to conduct interrogations while protecting those…
Resource ID:
13691
Grade Range:
10, 11, 12
In this lesson, students will learn techniques for conducting interviews and interrogations. Students will then conduct mock interviews and interrogations.
Resource ID:
13510
Grade Range:
10, 11, 12
In this lesson, students will discuss hazmat operations and placards, and respond appropriately to hazmat incidents in a scenario based activity. Students will identify the presence of hazardous materials (hazmat) or weapons of mass destruction (WMD),…
Resource ID:
13720
Grade Range:
9, 10, 11, 12
In this lesson, students will conduct research on the levels and functions of city, county, and state level courts.
Resource ID:
13645
Grade Range:
10, 11, 12
In this lesson, students discuss processing and rights for juveniles in custody.
Resource ID:
13550
Grade Range:
11, 12
In this lesson, students learn the safe way of operating in the forensic science labs. Students will be expected to create lab safety posters as well as complete an MSDS activity for various chemicals.
Resource ID:
13625
Grade Range:
10, 11, 12
In this lesson, students will learn about the Texas Penal Code related to kidnapping, unlawful restraint, and smuggling.
