<p>In this episode of Missouri Law Matters, host Judge Matt Hamner and Judge Rebeca Navarro-Mckelvey discuss the importance of civic education within the Missouri court system. They explore Judge Navarro-Mckelvey&#39;s unique journey from Nicaragua to the bench, the significance of mentorship in the legal profession, and the transition from trial court to appellate court. The conversation emphasizes the role of civic education in empowering communities and the future of legal education in a technologically advancing world.</p><p>00:00 Introduction to Civic Education in Missouri Courts</p><p>08:43 The Role of Mentorship in Law</p><p>13:51 Civic Education Initiatives for Youth</p><p>18:55 The Garden of Innocents: A Community Project</p><p>23:39 Transitioning from Trial to Appellate Court</p><p>29:50 Civic Education: A Judicial Responsibility</p><p>34:25 Engaging the Community through Civic Education</p><p>39:57 The Future of Civic Education in a Digital Age</p><p><br></p><p>Learn more about Garden of Innocents: https://www.gardenofinnocents.org</p><p><br></p><p>Follow the Supreme Court of Missouri for more:</p><p>Facebook: https://bit.ly/4hXXuFi</p><p>Instagram: https://bit.ly/41YFtSP</p><p><br></p><p>Missouri Courts Forms + Resources: https://www.courts.mo.gov/</p>