The Virgin Islands Police Department recognized student cadets Thursday during its third Cadet Program ceremony at the St. Croix Educational Complex, VIPD announced in a press release.
The Thursday event celebrated students from St. Croix Educational Complex and St. Croix Central High School who completed the program, which introduces high school students to careers in law enforcement and community service, the press release stated.
The cadet program provides training, mentorship, and hands-on experience in public safety while promoting discipline and leadership skills. Participants may be considered for employment with the department once they turn 18 and meet requirements for entry into the police academy, the release stated.
The initiative is a partnership between VIPD and the Department of Education’s 21st Century Program, the release stated.
The department also announced its next cadet graduation ceremony is scheduled for May 18 on St. Thomas and will include students from Ivanna Eudora Kean High School.
For information about the cadet program, contact the VIPD Office of Community Affairs at 340-774-2211.
