San Ramon Police Now Accepting Youth Academy Applications

SAN RAMON, CA -- The San Ramon Police Department is now accepting applications for participation in its next Youth Academy, a free training program that's scheduled for June 3-13.

The Youth Academy provides youth with an inside look at local law enforcement. The Academy, which meets daily for two weeks, is designed to inspire good citizenship through criminal justice education. This is a great opportunity for youth who are interested in pursuing a career in law enforcement.

During the Academy, students are introduced to the services that law enforcement provides to our community. Some of the training topics include: Laws in schools, search and seizure, drug and alcohol recognition, crime scene investigation, K-9 demonstration, traffic stops, DUI enforcement, officer use of force, officer safety, community policing, and defensive tactics.

All classes are taught by police officers and department personnel in their area of expertise.

The next Youth Academy is scheduled for June 3-13, 2019. Classes meet Monday - Thursday from 9 am to noon. There is no charge to participate.

The Academy is available to 8th to 12th graders who live in San Ramon and haven't previously attended the Youth Academy. Students must not have any felony convictions and no misdemeanor arrests within two years. Final selection will be made by the Chief of Police or his designee.

The application for the Youth Academy can be found of the City of San Ramon's website here: SRPD Youth Academy.

For more information or to apply for the program, please call School Resource Officer Katie Williams at (925) 683-3864 or email kwilliams@sanramon.ca.gov.