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For Swampscott youth, an inside look at police practices

Emma Fringuelli

June 21, 2022 by Emma Fringuelli

SWAMPSCOTT — For one week, later this summer, Swampscott students will have a unique opportunity to see what it takes to be a police officer. 

From July 18 to July 22, the Swampscott Police Department will host a Summer Youth Academy for residents of Swampscott and students aged 13 to 18 who are interested in law enforcement or just want to see what Swampscott police officers go through at the police academy. 

The free program will not only show participants the ins and outs of local police operations but will also include hands-on training, team challenges, and visits from specialty units like the K-9 unit and the Bomb Squad. Students who take part will leave the program CPR certified.

Officer Brendan Reen described the program as a way for police to engage with high school and soon-to-be high school students. He hopes that students will see the “commitment police officers have to their respective communities” as they go through the academy.

Reed also hopes to show students the MILO training system, which simulates calls and changes based on how officers respond to the situation.

Additionally, the program aims to strengthen participants’ character and instill the values of integrity, community, and leadership through physical training and teamwork.

Applications can be picked up at the Swampscott Police Department or from School Resource Officer Brian Wilson. Applications must be submitted by June 25.

  • Emma Fringuelli

    Emma Fringuelli is a Staff Photographer and writer for Essex Media Group. She was born and raised in Lynn and is a Smith College alumna. She holds a B.A. in English Literature and Russian, East European, and Eurasian Studies. When she is not in the newsroom, you can find her reading the literature of Nikolai Gogol. Follow her on Twitter @emmafringuelli.

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