Hayward Police Department Summer Youth Academy Class #2: July 09, 2024
Downtwon Library | Executive Airport Add to CalendarDue to an overwhelming response from the community we are no longer accepting applications for the 2024 Summer Youth Academy:
If you submitted your child's application prior to Thursday, May 30, a staff member will reach out to you directly about your application status. If you are still looking for fun, free activities for your kids this summer, check out HPD's Summer Fun Recreational Program and the Hayward Public Library's Summer Learning Activities.
The Hayward Police Department’s Summer Youth Academy is a week long program offered annually each summer. This unique opportunity provides students with a greater understanding of the inner workings of a police department, as well as policies and procedures, as taught by the Law Enforcement professionals themselves. The purpose of the academy is to educate the youth on what laws are enforced and their importance, as well as strengthen the relationship between both the community and the Police.
The Academy is FREE — Applicants must pass a limited background investigation and have parent/guardian approval to attend class. Class size is limited. Hayward residents/students will have first priority of acceptance. Light refreshments will be provided.
This class is open to students grades 8-12.
* students entering the 8th grade for 2024-2023 school year are welcome.
The Academy is presented over five days and covers the following topics:
- Patrol Structure/Recruitment
- Alcohol/Drug Abuse/Tobacco
- Special Victims Unit
- Forensics/Crime Scene
- Investigations
- VICE/Intelligence
- Traffic Enforcement
- Gangs & Graffiti
- SWAT/K9 Demo
- Crisis Negotiation/De-Escalation
- Bomb Squad demo
- Cyber bullying/Social Media
- Healthy dating/Domestic Violence
Due to an overwhelming response from the community we are no longer accepting applications for the 2024 Summer Youth Academy:
If you submitted your child's application prior to Thursday, May 30, a staff member will reach out to you directly about your application status. If you are still looking for fun, free activities for your kids this summer, check out HPD's Summer Fun Recreational Program and the Hayward Public Library's Summer Learning Activities.
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