08-05-2025
Registration open for Beckley PD Junior Police Academy
BECKLEY, WV (WVNS) – Kids in Raleigh County will have a chance to get an up-close look at the law enforcement profession as the Beckley PD's Junior Police Academy program returns.
Each year the Junior Police Academy offers kids grades 5-8 in the local area a chance to experience what it's like in the field as a police officer.
In the past, participants have gotten up close and personal with the Beckley Police Department K-9 Unit and have gained insight into aspects of law enforcement such as defensive tactics, first aid & CPR, fingerprinting, and more.
Lieutenant John Wall with the Beckley Police Department said that the program is looking for participants in the Raleigh County area, specifically Beckley-based students.
'The Junior Police Academy is open to students 11-14 years of age,' Lt. Wall told 59News. 'They must be a resident of Raleigh County a preference will be given to students that attend school in Beckley City Limits.'
This year's academy will be held in two sessions over the summer, with the first scheduled from June 23-June 26 and the second for July 7-July 10.
Lt. Wall says that applications can be picked up at Park Middle School, Beckley-Stratton Middle School, and at the Beckley Police Department. Registration for the Junior Police Academy is now open, but act fast! Classes for each session are limited to 21 participants.
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