{"id":8762,"date":"2019-04-24T11:37:41","date_gmt":"2019-04-24T15:37:41","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/videonewsservice.net\/?p=8762"},"modified":"2019-04-24T11:37:50","modified_gmt":"2019-04-24T15:37:50","slug":"genesee-county-second-annual-sheriffs-office-teen-academy-planned","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/videonewsservice.net\/index.php\/2019\/04\/24\/genesee-county-second-annual-sheriffs-office-teen-academy-planned\/","title":{"rendered":"GENESEE COUNTY\/ Second Annual Sheriff\u2019s Office Teen Academy planned"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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Submitted photo\/graduates from last year<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Press release<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Genesee County Sheriff\u2019s Office will be offering its second annual Teen Academy from July 22 \u2013 July 26, 2019, at the Byron-Bergen Central School. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cThe Teen Academy is a one-week structured program which consists of instructional classes designed to provide high-school-aged students within our community an introduction to law enforcement training and gain an understanding of law enforcement\u2019s role in their community. It is our hope that teens will build confidence while learning good decision-making and leadership skills,\u201d stated Sheriff Sheron. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Submitted photo<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Academy instructors are experienced Deputy Sheriffs who will discuss day-to-day operations of the Sheriff\u2019s Office. Participants will also: <\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7 visit the Jail, 911 Emergency Communications Dispatch Center, and Sheriff’s Office <\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7 observe displays of the Emergency Response Team (ERT), Hostage Negotiation, SCUBA Team, K-9 Unit and Evidence Recovery <\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7 be provided insight into motor vehicle accident reconstruction <\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7 participate in daily physical fitness runs, defensive tactics and team-building exercises <\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7 participate in a classroom setting and learn about the NYS Penal Laws and Vehicle & Traffic Laws <\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7 participate in mock traffic stops and DWI procedures <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Qualified candidates will be selected for an interview screening process if they meet the following requirements: <\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00d8 must be entering grades 10-12 in the fall <\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00d8 must be in good academic standing with little to no disciplinary issues <\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00d8 must be able to participate in physical fitness activities <\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00d8 must have a positive attitude <\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00d8 must have their parent\u2019s permission <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Submitted photo<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

\u201cThis is a unique and forward-thinking opportunity offered by Genesee County Sheriff Sheron and Department. Teens are invited to immerse and be exposed to the real law enforcement experience. More than imagining, the academy opportunity is live, in-the-minute learning about today\u2019s community policing needs of an exciting career in law enforcement. Students are encouraged to \u2018try on\u2019 a law enforcement career role,\u201d stated Chair of the Public Service Committee. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

There is no charge to attend the academy. Application deadline is May 10, 2019. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

For more information, contact Deputy Matthew Butler at (585) 345-3000 ext. 3252 or (585) 494-1220 ext. 2304 or via e-mail at matthew.butler@co.genesee.ny.us <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Visit http:\/\/www.co.genesee.ny.us\/departments\/sheriff\/index.php or https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/geneseecountysheriff\/ to learn more and download an application.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Press release The Genesee County Sheriff\u2019s Office will be offering its second annual Teen Academy from July 22 \u2013 July 26, 2019, at the Byron-Bergen Central School. \u201cThe Teen Academy is a one-week structured program which consists of instructional classes designed to provide high-school-aged students within our community an introduction \u2026<\/p>\n

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