Police Explorer Program

The Lee’s Summit Police Department Explorer Post is designed to provide knowledge and training to young people interested in a possible career in law enforcement. Participants will receive classroom and hands on experience to better prepare themselves for the realities of a career in law enforcement. This is also a great way for young people to get involved in their community and to interact with Police Officers.

The 2018 program will kick off on August 23rd, 2017; interested persons should submit an interest card that is located at the bottom of our page.

Requirements

Be 14-20 years of age
Completed the 8^th grade
Must be able to pass a criminal background check
No felony arrests
No misdemeanor arrests in the last year
Cannot be on probation or diversion
No more than 3 moving violations in the last 2 years
Cannot have a suspended or revoked drivers license
Must pass a short interview process
Must have good moral character
Must have and maintain a 2.0 GPA
Must complete and turn in the application form

As an explorer, you will participate in drills and work sessions designed to accomplish the following:

Highlight Job Awareness
Develop career building skills
Teach Life Skills
Promote Citizenship
Facilitate character development
Encourage leadership while having fun in a safe environment

Explorers meet during the school year on the first and third Wednesday of every month from 6:00-8:00 pm at the Lee’s Summit Police Department. Lessons and activities will include but not limited to:

Current events in law enforcement
Criminal Investigations
Domestic Violence
Evidence Collection
Use of force
Patrol Tactics
Firearms safety
Traffic Control
Criminal Law
Traffic Laws
Traffic stops
Accident investigation
Ride-a-longs

If you have questions please contact your School Resource Officer or call the LS Police Department at 969-1744.

Police Explorer Pamphlet and Interest Card