Junior Police Academy In Livingston Will Return For 2025

LIVINGSTON, NJ — The Livingston Police Department will be holding its sixth Junior Police Academy this summer.

Here’s what to know about the annual effort for 2025, according to a news release from the LPD:

“This fun, week-long program offers students entering 6th, 7th or 8th grade in fall 2025 a glimpse into the world of law enforcement. Through presentations from various agencies, field trips, hands-on activities, and physical training, participants will learn what it takes to be a police officer. The academy will run from July 7 to July 11 (7:45 a.m. to 4 p.m.) Livingston residents can apply starting March 3, with a deadline of March 28. A fee will be charged per attendee. Space is limited to 60 students, so early registration is encouraged.”

Applications and more information are available in the Livingston Police Department lobby or online at livingstonnj.org/1384/Junior-Police-Academy.

For more information, email jklapal@livingstonnj.org or contact the Community Policing Unit at (973) 992-3000, ext. #3600.

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