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 2011
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Rahway Police Youth Academy 2011 – The Rahway Police Department is proud to present the newest graduating class of the Rahway Police Youth Academy which was completed in July 2011. This class is the 10th anniversary of the program. Congratulations to the graduates!!!!

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., Monday, June 27th to July 1st. Academy participants must provide their own lunch and a bottle of water for physical training!!!!

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:

  • Accident Investigation
  • Crime Scene Investigation
  • Radar/DWI
  • Fingerprinting
  • Water Safety
  • Sheriff’s Department Canine Demonstration
  • Patrol Procedures / Motor Vehicle Stops
  • 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 by downloading one hereSpace is limited so please submit applications before June 13, 2011.

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 Sergeant Dawn Rodger at 732/ 669-3612.
 

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