The Operations-Central Bureau Community Police Academy for Young Adults is a collaborative program between the Los Angeles Police Department (LAPD) and the Los Angeles Unified School District (LAUSD). The Academy will provide students with an inside look at the LAPD, the LAUSD and various facets of law enforcement. During the Academy, students will be introduced to basic police operations which will include: Crime Prevention, Criminal Law, Juvenile Procedures, Internal Affairs and the discipline process, Patrol Procedures, Vice Activities, Detective Investigations, Drug Enforcement, Crime Scene Investigations, Traffic Enforcement and LAUSD police operations. Students will participate in a firearms safety demonstration, and take tours of the Jail, Juvenile Hall, and Scientific Investigation and Communications Divisions. Additionally, students will be introduced to community problem solving models and conflict resolution techniques.
PURPOSE
The Academy is designed to develop a partnership between the police, the LAUSD and the young adults in our community. The curriculum and teaching methods are similar to the traditional law enforcement academy that will provide the students an opportunity to see police-related activities from the inside. The weekly sessions are not designed to certify the participant as a law enforcement officer, but will provide students with knowledge that will effectively prepare them for civilian or law enforcement related careers. In addition, the program will meet high school course requirements and will enable each student to earn two and one half high school credits.
GOAL
The Los Angeles Police Department and the Los Angeles Unified School District seek to provide students with experiences designed to help them make informed career choices and formulate a strategy to ensure a successful future. The Academy will help provide our young adults with an alternative to drugs, gangs, and other social ills that plague the schools and communities of Los Angeles. It is our goal to help students become productive members of society and imbue them with a strong commitment to make a difference.
ACADEMY SCHEDULE
Classes generally will meet on Thursday afternoons from 4:30 to 7:00 p.m. at the Los Angeles Police Academy, 1880 North Academy Drive. Parking is available for the students. Students will receive a certificate of completion at a culmination ceremony at the end of the eight-week academy. Students are accepted on a first-come, first-served basis.
TEAMWORK
Experienced police officers and school staff will teach the Academy classes. Students will have the opportunity to meet with the Commanding Officer, Operations-Central Bureau, and various members of the Los Angeles Police Department and the Los Angeles Unified School District. Student participation and commitment to the principles of public service are required. The LAUSD and participants’ parents must support and guide students through the Academy, as its successful completion will require the dedication of the student, the parent, the school and the community.
The Los Angeles Police Department hopes to provide a greater awareness and understanding of law enforcement’s role in the community through the education provided by the Academy.
REQUIREMENTS
Candidates for the Academy must meet the following criteria:
▪ Must attend a LAUSD high school within the Central Bureau of the City of Los Angeles
▪ Must be a sophomore, junior or a high school senior
▪ Must maintain a grade C or better
▪ No prior felony conviction
▪ No outstanding warrants
▪ No pending criminal cases
▪ Must be recommended by a school administrator
ON-SITE ORIENTATIONS
The Operations-Central Bureau Community Police Academy staff is available to provide on-site orientations to parent groups and Community Based Organizations. Trainers are available upon request to provide an overview of the Academy. Interested parties may contact Operations-Central Bureau staff at 213-485-2651, Fax 213-485-2784 or LAUSD School Operations Division at 213-625-6281, Fax 213-625-4574.
ENROLLMENT INFORMATION
For enrollment information, please contact the respective School Administrator.
Belmont High School
1575 W. Second Street.
Los Angeles, CA 90026
213-250-0244
Bravo Medical Magnet High School
1200 N. Cornwell Street
Los Angeles, CA 9033
213-342-0428
Downtown Business High School
Fashion Careers Center
Central Library Electronic Information Magnet
1081 W. Temple Street
Los Angeles, CA 90012
213-481-0371
Eagle Rock High School
1750 Yosemite Drive
Los Angeles, CA 90041
213-254-6891
Franklin High School
820 N. Avenue 54
Los Angeles, CA 90042
213-254-7104
Jefferson High School
1319 E. 41st Street
Los Angeles, CA 90011
213-232-2261
Lincoln High School
3501 N. Broadway
Los Angeles, CA 90011
213-223-4021
Marshall High School
3939 Tracy Street
Los Angeles, CA 90027
213-660-1440
Roosevelt High School
456 S. Matthews Street
Los Angeles, CA 90033
213-268-7241
Wilson High School
4500 Multnomah Street
Los Angeles, CA 90032
213-223-1131
LOS ANGELES POLICE DEPARTMENT MISSION STATEMENT
Our mission is to work in partnership with all of the diverse residential and business communities of the City, wherever people live, work or visit, to enhance public safety and to reduce the fear and incidence of crime. By working jointly with the people of Los Angeles, the members of the Los Angeles Police Department and other public agencies, we act as leaders to protect and serve our community.
To accomplish these goals our commitment is to serve everyone in Los Angeles with respect and dignity. Our mandate is to do so with honor and integrity.
LOS ANGELES UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT MISSION STATEMENT
The teachers, administrators and staff of the Los Angeles Unified School District believe in the equal worth and dignity of all students and are committed to educate all students to their maximum potential.
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