Gardner PD gets Ready for Junior Police Academy 2024
The Gardner Police Department posted the photo collage at left on its Facebook page. and wrote “The Jr. Police Academy is now accepting applications! This free program will start July 15 – July 20, for teens between the ages of 14 and 17. This Academy will be an interactive learning environment and opportunity to learn about local law enforcement. Some of the activities for the week will include: Physical fitness training, mock traffic stops, defensive tactics, and investigative techniques. Applications are available at the Gardner PD or submit an application through the link. Apply soon as space is limited! This Academy is open to all teens, with priority given to Gardner residents. All applications are due by June 17th.
Any questions regarding the Jr. Academy can be directed to Lt. John Czasnowski at 978-632-5600 ext. 124 or by email at jczasnowski@gardner-ma.gov. ” As soon as this was released on Social Media, one person related a story of how his son participated in Junior Police Academy in 8th grade and is now a state trooper in Connecticut some decades later. Others commented enthusiastically about the program.