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There are only two weeks remaining to secure the summer of a lifetime for the kids in YOUR life! The Fairfield Police Department’s 2025 Police Youth Academy kicks off June 16th and *gasp* we still have space available!

The Police Youth Academy is a free program designed for teens interested in learning about local law enforcement or a career in public service. The Police Youth Academy is a fun, interactive learning experience designed to teach students about law enforcement through first responder training scenarios. 

The Police Youth Academy runs from Monday, June 16th, through Friday, June 20th. During this one-week course, students gain insight into the jobs offered through the Fairfield Police Department, the skill set needed to perform these jobs, and get the opportunity to engage with their peers through team-building skills, communication, and critical thinking exercises. 

Eligibility Requirements:

• First-time applicants (No Prior Academy Attendance)

• Applicants should have strong moral values, a commitment to learn, an interest in a career in law enforcement, and uphold the mission and core values of the Fairfield Police Department. 

• Must be between the ages of 12 and 16 and attend school in the FSUSD, TUSD, or be homeschooled in the City of Fairfield

• Both Applicant and Parent must review the entire application and apply with a full understanding of what is required and expected.

• Candidates must submit an essay on why they want to attend the Youth Academy and what they hope to learn. 

Academy Course Topics:

•  UNIFORMS & EQUIPMENT        

• POLICE VEHICLES             

•  K-9 DEMONSTRATIONS             

•  DRUG & GANG AWARENESS

•  9-1-1 EMERGENCY DISPATCH    

•  POLICE ACTIVITIES LEAGUE

•  CPR, FIRST AID TRAINING          

•  SWAT & MORE!

•  INTERNAL AFFAIRS (IA)                

Registration is now open for the 3rd Annual Police Youth Academy. To register, scan the QR Code and submit your application. This summer course is being offered to the first 25 applicants. 

Registration will close once the class has reached max capacity. For more information about the academy, visit www.fairfield.ca.gov/youthacademy. 

Still have questions? Contact Crime Prevention at [email protected]