Program Description
The Mahwah Junior Police Academy is an intensive 2 week program which simulates officer training. It introduces recruits to techniques used by law enforcement when making arrests for drunk driving, conducting searches and fingerprinting. Recruits also are exposed to how police treat high speed tactical car chases, by accompanying officers driving on a closed track. A high impact part of the program simulates the dangerous experience of driving under the influence of alcohol. Recruits, accompanied by an officer, drive a golf cart while wearing special goggles which simulate the distorting, confusing images a drunk driver experiences, giving recruits a first hand view of the risks in driving under the influence of alcohol. Recruits wear uniforms, are responsible to arrive on time daily and are expected to take notes on their training and experiences. Field trips to the Military Academy at West Point, the US Coast Guard Station in Staten Island, NY and the Bergen County Police Academy are used to show recruits institutions where respect, discipline and honor are embedded in the daily activities.
What Mahwah Junior Police Academy Does
The Mahwah Junior Police Academy, started in 2001 emphasizes respect, discipline and honesty through a rigorous program of physical training and military style experiences. The essential focus is to build confidence and to students ability to deal positively with tough, social situations. Additionally, the program works to present law enforcement in a positive role.
Mahwah Junior Police Academy Target Audience
The Mahwah Junior Police Academy is targeted at students entering the 6th grade who have completed the first year of the Mahwah D.A.R.E Program. Approximately, 100 children participated in the 2007 program.
Participant Cost
The program requires a $125 fee for each participant.
What You Can Do
Interested participants can watch for information about the Junior Police Academy by regularly checking this website, and watching for announcements through local schools. If you want to get involved you may contact us directly at info@mmasite.org, The MMA graciously accept donations. |
