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HOMETOWN RECRUITING
High school students considering a career in policing can earn college credit that applies to a degree program meeting the entrance requirements to becoming an Arlington officer . Seeking out local homegrown students adds many opportunities to the department ’ s overall recruitment strategy .
Officer Fred Kemp leads the department ’ s efforts in this endeavor and builds upon existing early admissions efforts between The University of Texas at Arlington and Arlington ISD . Students attend various courses and specialized law enforcement training during their tenure in the program . Graduates from Hometown Recruiting are guaranteed to receive an interview with APD upon completion of their UT- Arlington degree . Participants also attended department recognition ceremonies and have preferential hiring considerations in upcoming police academy classes .
Mentoring Arlington Youth
Officers , educators , faith-based groups , and community members participate in a junior high mentoring program that focuses on building trust , enhancing basic life skills , and preparing young people for future success . Officers who serve as mentors conduct exciting , interactive workshops on developing leadership skills , team building , and career development . The journey is supported through positive interaction , problem-solving , and positive behavioral reinforcement through relationships between officers and teens .
The ultimate goal of the
Mentoring Arlington Youth program is to put at-risk teens on a pathway for educational success that will open up new opportunities as they progress through their school setting . Police legitimacy is achieved through partnership and collaboration .
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