With a desire to offer an informative peek into the inner workings of law enforcement, the Clayton County Police Department is presenting the Jr. Citizen's Police Academy. Aimed at children between the ages of 8 and 18 who are currently enrolled in school, this free program is set to run from June 2 through July 28, every Monday evening from 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM. According to the Clayton County website, attendees will have the opportunity to delve into multiple aspects of police work, including S.W.A.T., Crime Scene Investigation, Traffic Safety, and more.
Parents are encouraged to apply by May 29, if they want their children to gain real-world insights into public safety. The experience not only covers diverse modules such as Bomb Squad and gang awareness but also enables youth to foster connections with local officers. Interested individuals seeking further information can reach out to Officer V. Destave at 678.333.4370 or by email at [email protected], as detailed on the Clayton County site.
The program is stationed at 7911 North McDonough St., Jonesboro, GA 30236. Catering to a broad age range, it endeavors to establish a foundational understanding of public safety and law enforcement responsibilities. By engaging directly with law enforcement professionals, participants could form new friendships and potentially nurture a heightened sense of community connection.
While the academy is free, availability is a matter of timing; applications sent post the May 29 deadline cannot guarantee a slot in the program, so punctuality in this process is as essential as the officers who grace the thin blue line.
