Police Explorer Post Seeking a Few Good Students

BRADENTON -- The Bradenton Police Department has a pro­gram that offers opportunities for local youth to gain first-hand knowledge of law enforcement.

Chartered by the Boy Scouts of America, the Explorer Post is a blend of scout troop, ROTC, and police academy that emphasizes career opportunities, life skills, citizenship, character education and leadership experi­ence.

Explorers participate in community service events, assist in decision-making for expendi­tures, raise funds, elect officers, learn and practice Robert's Rules of Order, attend train­ing, travel, compete against other posts in law enforcement scenarios and more. The youth have the opportunity to learn First Aid and CPR/AED, join the Honor Guard, learn gun safety and learn to safely and accurately shoot pistols and rifles.

Members must be ages 14 - 20 and have suc­cessfully completed the 8th grade. They must maintain a minimum of a C average in school with no failing grades. They must have no criminal history, and be of good moral and ethical standing.

The post meets 7-9 p.m. every Tuesday at the Bradenton Police Department District II sub­station at 1404 14th St. W. Potential members are invited to attend three meetings prior to submitting an application for membership.

For more information or to make arrange­ments to observe a meeting and meet the Explorers, please contact Sgt. LJ Millard at lj.millard@cityofbradenton.com or (941) 741-3041.