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Holbrook Police Department Holds Successful First Junior Police Academy

Holbrook Police Department
William J. Smith, Chief of Police
300 South Franklin St.
Holbrook, MA 02343

For Immediate Release

Wednesday, Aug. 15, 2018

Contact: Benjamin Paulin
Phone: 781-428-3299
Email: [email protected]

Holbrook Police Department Holds Successful First Junior Police Academy

Detective Dan Ford (front left), Officer Casey Surprenant (front right) and Officer Eshner (far right) pose with the 24 students of the Holbrook Police Department’s first junior police academy. (Courtesy Photo)
Students stand in formation during orientation with Officer Casey Surprenant (left) and Detective Dan Ford (right) on the first day of the Holbrook Junior Police Academy. (Courtesy Photo)

HOLBROOK — Chief William Smith is pleased to announce that the Holbrook Police Department successfully hosted its first junior police academy earlier this month.

The academy took place from July 30-Aug. 3 at the new Holbrook Middle High School from 8:15 a.m. to 3 p.m. each day, and was instructed by Officers Mike Eshner, Casey Surprenant, Justin Murphy and Detective Dan Ford.

Throughout the week, 24 students entering grades six and seven learned about several aspects of law enforcement, including defensive tactics, bullying, drug awareness, juvenile laws, and drill and ceremony procedures. They also observed SWAT and K-9 demonstrations, practiced team building exercises and squad-based competitions, toured the Norfolk County House of Corrections and completed physical training each day.

The academy was offered through the department’s Community Outreach Program, which is led by Officer Eshner and features various events and services throughout the year meant to strengthen ties with Holbrook residents.

Click here for more photos from the junior police academy.

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Holbrook Police to Open Cooling Center Over Weekend

Holbrook Police Department
William J. Smith, Chief of Police
300 South Franklin St.
Holbrook, MA 02343

For Immediate Release

Friday, Aug. 3, 2018

Contact: Benjamin Paulin
Phone: 781-428-3299
Email: [email protected]

Holbrook Police to Open Cooling Center Over Weekend

HOLBROOK — Chief William Smith would like to announce that a room at the Holbrook Police station will be used as a cooling center for residents this weekend.

The department’s training room will be open on Saturday and Sunday from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m.

The air conditioned room will be open to residents that would like to get out of the summer heat.

Temperatures are expected to reach into the high 80s over the weekend, according to the National Weather Service.

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Registration Closing Soon for Holbrook Junior Police Academy

Holbrook Police Department
William J. Smith, Chief of Police
300 South Franklin St.
Holbrook, MA 02343

For Immediate Release

Tuesday, July 17, 2018

Contact: Benjamin Paulin
Phone: 781-428-3299
Email: [email protected]

Registration Closing Soon for Holbrook Junior Police Academy

HOLBROOK — Chief William Smith is reminding the community that registration for the Holbrook Junior Police Academy will be closing at the end of the week, and there are only a few spots left.

The academy is open to students entering sixth and seventh grade, and will be held at the new Holbrook Middle High School campus July 30-Aug. 3 from 8:15 a.m. to 3 p.m. each day.

The program is offered through the department’s Community Outreach Program, which features various events and services throughout the year meant to strengthen ties with Holbrook residents.

During the junior academy, students will attend classroom sessions with lectures, demonstrations by police officers in the areas of law, drug awareness and first responder skills, as well as physical training sessions and field trips.

“There are only a few spots left for our first junior police academy so make sure to get your applications in soon,” said Community Outreach Officer Michael Eshner. “This is a wonderful opportunity for students to learn all about what it means to be a police officer in a fun and hands-on way — we’re hoping to have a great turnout!”

The cost for registration is $50 which covers operating costs and a student uniform that will be issued to each junior officer and is required to be worn each day of the academy.

Registration is open through Friday, July 20 on a first come, first served basis with priority given to Holbrook residents.

Applications are available online by clicking here, or at the front desk at the police station. For more information, click here for a copy of the academy flyer.

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Holbrook Police to Hold Junior Police Academy

Holbrook Police Department
William J. Smith, Chief of Police
300 South Franklin St.
Holbrook, MA 02343

For Immediate Release

Tuesday, July 3, 2018

Contact: Benjamin Paulin
Phone: 781-428-3299
Email: [email protected]

Holbrook Police to Hold Junior Police Academy

HOLBROOK — Chief William Smith is pleased to announce that the Holbrook Police Department will be hosting its first ever Junior Police Academy later this month.

The academy is open to students entering sixth and seventh grade, and will be held at the new Holbrook Middle High School campus July 30-Aug. 3 from 8:15 a.m. to 3 p.m. each day.

The program is offered through the department’s Community Outreach Program, which features various events and services throughout the year meant to strengthen ties with Holbrook residents.

During the junior academy, students will attend classroom sessions with lectures, demonstrations by police officers in the areas of law, drug awareness and first responder skills, as well as physical training sessions and field trips.

“This program is a very exciting chance for students to learn the ins and outs of police work and give them a unique opportunity to have positive experiences with law enforcement early on,” said Community Outreach Officer Michael Eshner. “I encourage families to sign up fast as space will be limited. We hope this is the first of many junior academies!”

The cost for registration is $50 which covers operating costs and a student uniform that will be issued to each junior officer and is required to be worn each day of the academy.

Registration is open through July 20 on a first come, first served basis with priority given to Holbrook residents.

Applications are available online by clicking here, or at the front desk at the police station. For more information, click here for a copy of the academy flyer.

 

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Holbrook Police Promote Officer Andrew Martins to Sergeant

Holbrook Police Department
William J. Smith, Chief of Police
300 South Franklin St.
Holbrook, MA 02343

For Immediate Release

Friday, June 29, 2018

Contact: Benjamin Paulin
Phone: 781-428-3299
Email: [email protected]

Holbrook Police Promote Officer Andrew Martins to Sergeant

HOLBROOK — Chief William Smith is pleased to announce that Holbrook Police Officer Andrew Martins was promoted to the rank of sergeant this week.

“I am very proud and happy to have Sgt. Martins as a member of the command staff for the Holbrook Police,” Chief Smith said. “His continued professional and dedicated service is a great asset to the department and the town.”

Sgt. Martins has been with the Holbrook Police Department since 2001. He is the department’s firearms licensing officer and certified firearms instructor. He also serves on the motorcycle unit for the Metropolitan Law Enforcement Council (MetroLEC).

Sgt. Martins was sworn in at a ceremony at the Holbrook Board of Selectmen meeting on Wednesday.

 

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Chief William J. Smith

Holbrook Police Department
300 South Franklin St.
Holbrook, MA 02343

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