Malden Junior Police Academy Returns After COVID Rules Lifted

MALDEN, MA — The Malden Police Department is bringing back its Junior Police Academy now that COVID-19 restrictions have been lifted.

To ensure proper social distancing and the safety of kids, the department will hold two separate academy weeks. Academies will take place July 12-16 and July 19-23, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. daily.

The academy will feature a variety of training situations in which all cadets will be required to participate. The program is open to students entering the fifth, sixth, seventh and eighth grade this fall.

Programs include, but are not limited to, classroom instruction, hands-on police tactics training, physical training, travel days to special events and more. Cadets must be able to attend each session and will be removed from the academy if he or she fails to cooperate with classmates or staff.

Applications may be found on the Malden Police Department website. Questions should be directed to Det. Renee Kelley at 781-397-7171 x 1203 or rkelley@maldenpd.com