2024 Youth Police Academy Graduation

The Danville Police Department held the Youth Police Academy graduation Thursday, June 27, at 10 a.m. at One Community Way.

On Thursday, 30 cadets graduated from the sixth session of the Youth Police Academy. This program is held annually for area students following the completion of the school year.

The goal of the Youth Police Academy is to build positive relationships with youth and the police. It is also to provide an awareness of what police officers experience in their day-to-day tasks. In a three-week period, we will provide a host of guest speakers and activities, so that children between the ages of 9-17 will learn and grow before ultimately attending a graduation for their accomplishments. They are introduced to each different division within the department and activities associated with each. During the academy, children are also instructed in physical fitness and wellness.