Reading Police
Department

 

Police Youth Academy

 

 

 

 

 

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Mission: Guide young adults to a better path for the future through training, leadership, teamwork, and discipline and to assist others through community service.

Purpose:

  • Increase awareness in public safety and crime prevention
  • Educate students in the cost and consequences of crime and their ability to bring about meaningful change within the community
  • Foster better relationships between the community and the police force
  • Introduce opportunities for careers in law enforcement

Program Specifics:

  • Location : 10th and Penn Elementary School 955 Penn St. Reading, PA 19601

    Phone # 484-769-2387

    Meeting Info. Every Wednesday 4:45pm-7:00pm

Admission and Selection:

    • Applications for the 2026-2027 Academic School Year are currently OPEN.

For more information about the program, or to submit your application form contact the Program Coordinator at   

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