Hoboken Kids Graduate From Junior Police Academy

Twenty-three Hoboken kids got a little taste of what it's like to be a police officer over the past two weeks. 

On Thursday afternoon, three squads graduated and the students received awards and certificates during a ceremony on the Stevens Campus. 

"Hopefully we'll see some of (you) on the police force," said Hoboken Captain James Fitzsimmons. When asked if the students had a good time, they answered "sir, yes, sir," in unison. 

Mayor Dawn Zimmer and Police Chief Anthony Falco were also present. 

"This is a great program," said Director of Public Safety Jon Tooke. Zimmer agreed. 

"The city is proud to be a sponsor of this program," she said. 

Boxing trainer Teddy Atlas came in as the keynote speaker of the afternoon, inspiring the students to accept challenges life brings. 

"Don't put your head down," Atlas told the students. 

Congratulations to: Brandon Mattina, Leo Seickendick, Brayan Anaya, Maurice Frazier, Jaida Cintron, Miguel Perez, Adam Scagliarini, Victor Aguilar, Jason Madigan, William Ithier III, Michael Rivera, Anthony Gigante, Leah Seickendick, Jarred Rosso, Michael Nieves, Skyler Seguinot, Lenny Roman Jr., Eric Rodriguez, and Laureano Perez.