Wellesley Citizen Police Academy to kick off in late March

The Wellesley Police Department this spring is offering a 9-week Citizen Police Academy to residents (age 21+) interested in getting a better understanding of how the organization operates.

The program starts on Wednesday, March 25 from 6:30–8:30pm and goes into May at the police station, 485 Washington St.

The application deadline is March 1 (contact Officer Mike Pino at mpino@wellesleyma.gov).

Get ready for hands-on activities and discussions on topics like:

• Keeping our community safe

• How community policing works

• What happens in emergencies and how the police respond

• Understanding use of force, de-escalation, and crisis intervention

Not to be confused with the Wellesley Citizens’ Leadership Academy…