Victoria Police Department Accepting Applications for Explorer Program

The Victoria Police Department has relaunched the Explorer Program for teens who are interested in the law enforcement field.

The Victoria Police Department Explorer Post 306 is part of the Enforcement Exploring Program. The program has been used for years to educate young men and women on personal awareness of the criminal justice system.

Students will have the opportunity to gain leadership skills and learn about the practical aspects of a career in law enforcement.

The program will include the following such as hands-on exercises: felony traffic stops, building clearing, and handcuffing techniques. Also training on Interpersonal skills. Ride-alongs with Victoria Police Department officers will also be included in the program.

The Victoria Police Department will host “come-and-go” open houses for students who are interested in the program at the following dates and locations:

·       April 8 at the Victoria Police Department (306 S Bridge St.) 5-7 p.m.

·       April 22 at the St. Joseph High School cafeteria 5-7 p.m.

·       May 6 at the Victoria Police Department North Substation Community Room at the Victoria Mall (next to Murdoch’s) 5-7 p.m.

·       May 20 at the Victoria Police Department at (306 S Bridge St.) 5-7 p.m.

Space is limited so don't wait.  The VPD will accept 20 high school applicants to participate in the Explorer Program. Registration for the program will open on March 31 and close on May 30 at 5 p.m. The program will begin on Aug. 9, 2025, and end on May 19, 2026, and will follow school schedules, including fall break, winter break, and spring break.

There is an application fee of $74 per student. Financial assistance may be available to applicants.

You can always find more information by visiting the city website. 

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