How do I generate interest among students for a law elective?
Recruitment tactics vary by school depending on policies and available resources. It’s always a good idea to start by discussing plans with your guidance department and administration. Encourage a diverse mix of students, as classes are richer when students learn from one another.
Recruitment Tips:
- Highlight engaging opportunities like field trips, guest experts, or mock trials.
- Give brief, energetic presentations in other classes.
- Ask enthusiastic students to help spread the word.
- Use announcements, posters, social media, and elective fairs.
- Share information with parents and teachers to encourage enrollment.
- Begin recruiting 1-2 months before students make their course selections so counselors can include your elective in scheduling conversations.
