The Youth Police Academy is designed to provide
young adults with a better understanding of police in today’s
society. This academy will expose cadets to some of the training,
procedures and technology utilized by police officers in order to
provide the tools necessary to form objective opinions regarding
police action. The Rahway Police Department hopes to increase the
awareness and appreciation of law enforcement and our organization.
Graduating Class Summer 2007
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HOW DOES THE
YOUTH POLICE ACADEMY WORK?
The Youth Academy is a one-week program,
which will meet daily from 8:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., June 23rd
to June 27th. Lunch will be provided to the
academy participants free of charge.
Cadets will be required to participate to
the best of their abilities in all scheduled activities, including
fitness training, military drills, water safety, etc. The Youth
Police Academy is not a “boot camp” for troubled youth. It is
designed to operate like an actual police academy for those
interested in law enforcement.
WHAT SUBJECTS ARE COVERED IN THE YOUTH POLICE
ACADEMY?
The following topics are covered during the
academy:
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Accident
Investigation
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Crime
Scene Investigation
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Radar/DWI
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Fingerprinting
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Water
Safety
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Sheriff’s
Department Canine Demonstration
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Patrol
Procedures / Motor Vehicle Stops
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F.A.T.S.
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Physical
Fitness Training
WHO CAN APPLY TO THE ACADEMY?
Any City resident between 11 and 15 years of
age can apply. Applications can be obtained by calling the Juvenile
Bureau at 732/ 669-3612 or
download here.
Space is limited so please submit applications before May 25, 2008.
ADVISORY
The Youth Academy will adhere to a strict
paramilitary code of conduct. All cadets will be expected to
conduct themselves in accordance with these rules and the Youth
Academy’s dress code. Uniform shirts will be provided by the
academy.
Parental consent is required before
anyone is allowed to participate in the program.
HOW DO I GET MORE INFORMATION?
For questions regarding the Rahway Youth
Police Academy, please contact the Detective Dawn Rodger at 732/
669-3612.
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