Bonifay, Fla. (WDNews) — Spots are quickly disappearing for the Bonifay Police Department and Bonifay Fire-Rescue Junior Academy, with organizers reporting the program is already more than halfway full.
The three-day academy is scheduled for June 24 through June 26, running daily from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. The program is open to children ages 7 to 15, and lunch will be provided each day.
Officials say the academy is designed to give kids a hands-on look at public safety careers while building important life skills. Participants will learn police and fire safety techniques, emergency response basics, first aid, and public safety awareness. The program also focuses on teamwork, leadership, communication, and problem-solving.
The academy will include one day with law enforcement, one day with fire rescue, and a final day featuring a mock emergency scenario followed by a graduation.
Only 50 spots are available. Once the program reaches capacity, additional applicants will be placed on a waitlist. Organizers say confirmation emails will be sent to secure accepted participants.
Those with questions can contact Ashlyn Schultz at [email protected] or Sierra Smith at [email protected].
