Be a Part of Arvada PD Teen Police Academy This Summer
2011 Teen Police Academy Dates Set
Hey teens .... Do you have an interest in Law Enforcement as a possible career choice?
Have you ever wondered how officers process a crime scene?
Ever wondered what it's like to search a building? You are in luck... And it isn't too early to plan to attend!
Beginning July 18-22, 2011, Arvada PD
will hold its fourth Teen Academy.
Designed specifically for high school students, this five-day academy will give you an interactive look at police work.
You will have the unique opportunity to learn about several topics such as
- SWAT,
- building searches,
- crime scene investigation
- K9's.
You will also get hands-on opportunity to test your driving ability in a marked patrol car and process a mock crime scene.
All classes are taught by Arvada police officers.
The academy runs from July 18-22, 2011, and will be held at Arvada City Hall, located at 8101 Ralston Road. Classes begin at 8 a.m. ending around 4 p.m.
Attendance of all five days is a requirement for successful graduation from the academy.
To participate:
- You must be 16 - 18 year of age
- Have a valid Colorado driver's license
- Maintain at least a 2.0 GPA or higher
Applications will be processed in the order in which they are received.
Students attending any of the Arvada high schools (Arvada, Arvada West, Pomona, Ralston Valley, Faith Christian) will receive priority over non-Arvada residents.
The cost to attend is $20.
Each participant will receive a Teen Academy T-shirt, graduation plaque and reference materials.
To register fill out the application and send to Debbie Medina at the Arvada Police Department. See the police department's web page for the link to the application on right side of page
All interested students will be contacted prior to the Academy with specifics about their participation.
