The Fort Worth Police Department has partnered with Fort Worth ISD on a new venture to build bridges between law enforcement and local youth. This Criminal Justice program is part of an ongoing effort to foster a connection with the next generation.

Acknowledged through a social media post, the Fort Worth Police Department expressed gratitude to NBC DFW for spotlighting their new initiative. "Thank you to NBC DFW for spotlighting our Criminal Justice program," read the post from the department's Facebook page, commending the joint effort to engage with future generations.

Details about the curriculum or success measures of the program have not been extensively publicized. Still, the positive tone of the police department's outreach hints at a strategic approach toward preempting the potential community divides that can stem from a lack of understanding and engagement between law enforcement and the communities they serve.

This focus on education and early engagement with youth underlines a shift in some law enforcement agencies' tactics towards community relations, echoing a broader national conversation about police reform and the role of officers in local communities. The coming months may yield more data on the program's impact and effectiveness as the Fort Worth community watches to see if this program indeed delivers on its promise of connection.