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CITIZEN POLICE ACADEMY FOR SENIORS (C.P.A.S.)
citizen police academy for seniors
The Citizen Police Academy for Seniors provides an opportunity for senior citizens with an inside look at local law enforcement. During an eight-week, one day per week, three hour per day curriculum, police executives, veteran police officers, civilians and volunteers instruct students concerning a variety of subjects pertaining to law enforcement. The participants will have the opportunity to meet with the Chief of Police and staff members.
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Monica L. White
Coordinator of the Community Programs Unit
(757) 928-4295
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Details of the Academy |
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| Overview Increase understanding through education and interaction with members of the Police Department
Give our senior citizens the opportunity to learn why police officers "can" and/or "cannot" do certain things
Increase police awareness to dispel suspicions, and to increase police/community rapport through educational programs
Where Classes are conducted at the Police Department's training facility:
5849 Jefferson Avenue
Newport News, VA 23605
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Instructions recieved
Classroom Instruction
Policing: Past, Present, and Future
DemonstrationsWhen, Why, and How to Call the Police 911 to Jail: Response, Investigate, Adjudicate, Home Security, and Safety Community Resources for Senior Citizens K-9 Unit
Qualifications Must be over 50 years of age and
must live or work in the City of Newport News in order to attend the Academy |
