175th Basic Peace Officer Academy 1
DIRECTOR: Randy Petersen Coordinators: Jillian Mathews Police Academy Mike Hughes Police Academy Scott Donaldson In-service Rafael Perea In-service Adam Bush Range Hany Mahmoud - Range 2
Roadmap for today Introductions Overview of program Rules Schedule Q & A
Introductions Tell us about you: Your name Where you are from Your agency Your background A fun fact about yourself What part of the academy are you most concerned about? Why you want to be in policing
MISSION STATEMENT To deliver nationally recognized criminal justice training and academics in a collaborative, affordable environment while leading by example, and setting high standards of conduct and character, expecting no less from others. 6
OBJECTIVE Is to provide a safe, first-class, teaching and learning environment that includes a comprehensive curriculum, an enthusiastic innovative faculty and staff, appropriate technology and equipment, diverse modes of instruction, and up-to-date support services. 7
GOAL To adhere to compliance with State law and the guidelines set forth by the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement (TCOLE) for the education and training of officers. 8
How to do well in the academy. Be a professional Maintain bearing
Rules Why rules? Why structure? Don t think of this as college. 10
ACADEMY HOURS 0730-1630 8 hour workday Monday Friday Holidays Changes will be made for some training such as building search, Taser, scenarios, etc. 11
Attendance Mandatory All courses are conducted under the rules of the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement and the CJTC Advisory Council. A cadet must attend 100% of the course, in accordance with these guidelines, in order to complete and receive credit for the course. 12
Attendance Mandatory In the event of an absence, all cadets are expected to call and advise a staff member of their absence. You are expected to attend all training courses. All cadets are required to complete an absence report form and present it to their squad or class leader as soon as they return to class. The form is then given to Coordinator Mathews 13
Attendance Mandatory Tarrant County College Criminal Justice Training Center In the event of an absence, the cadet will make-up the absence in compliance with TCOLE mandates and as indicated within these guidelines. If an emergency prevents a cadet from completing any course work, notify the course coordinator as soon as possible. Regardless of circumstances, it is the responsibility of the cadet to obtain notes, handouts, booklets, assignments, etc., upon missing any class time. 14
Attendance Mandatory Punctuality It is expected that cadets be punctual for the start of each session. If a cadet believes they are going to be late, a staff member must be notified as early as possible, no later than 7:45 a.m. of the anticipated tardy. 15
Attendance Mandatory Punctuality Cadets are required to return to the classroom from breaks on time. If an Instructor does NOT set a time, it shall be 10 minutes from the time they start the break. Three or more unexcused tardies will make a cadet subject to dismissal. 16
Attendance Mandatory Personal Appointments Don t make them for during academy hours. 17
Attendance Mandatory Process Report any tardy or absence immediately to a Coordinator verbally. Report any tardy or absence to your agency training coordinator NLT than 1000 hours. Complete an absence/tardy form and complete the required writing assignment(see below) to be turned in immediately upon return. Whether excused or unexcused, you will complete a mandatory Learning Objective assignment to be submitted directly to the course coordinator within one calendar week of their return back to class (or prior to taking TCOLE exam, whichever is sooner). 18
ESSAYS Guidelines One page for every hour missed 1 Margins Single spaced 12 Font Times New Roman Over the topic covered that day APA Style Reference your material Must have at least one reference 19
Injuries Immediately report all training injuries to your training coordinator or staff member. Immediately notify your agency s training coordinator. 20
Facility & Services Use of tobacco products of any kind is prohibited on campus. No smoking, chewing and/or dipping in ANY uniform Food and drinks are NOT allowed in the classroom, or hallways. Exception: Water in a clear bottle. 21
Facility & Services Keep the locker room clean Floors: Nothing on floors! Place everything in Lockers: Hide valuables! Keep the break room clean Refrigerator Tables Food Racks 22
Facility & Services Computer Training Room Keep the computer room clean Food, drinks & cell phones are not allowed Any issues with computers/paper, contact front office 23
Facility & Services College Gym facilities Open to cadets Show your ID card at the front desk when you go to the gym in order to get a gym pass/band. 24
Facility & Services Cruising Parking for BPOA cadets is located at the west end of the parking lot. Campus speed limit is 20 mph Campus parking lot speed limit is 10 mph Do not park in the yellow marked spaces. No pass through parking 25
Facility & Services Weapons Tarrant County College Criminal Justice Training Center No weapons are permitted in the classroom and/or building, unless given permission by a staff member. Weapons include, but are not limited to: Firearms Ammunition Knives Other Blue Guns should be treated as real guns! 26
Facility & Services UNAUTHORIZED AREAS Cadets are not allowed to enter the staff office area without obtaining permission from a staff member. Cadets needing to use the academy telephone may use the front office telephone after obtaining permission 27
Classroom Etiquette ATTENTION! Tarrant County College Criminal Justice Training Center All cadets will stand at attention when ANY Instructor or staff member enters the room. This applies only once per day. Do NOT stand at attention if an instructor is teaching in the room Exception: One instructor comes in the morning, and another comes in the afternoon. Formation, Pledge of Allegiance, & Code of Ethics daily 28
Classroom Etiquette Technology Tarrant County College Criminal Justice Training Center Cell phones Do not possess in classroom(either on or off) Use only in break-room, bathroom or outside (in the back of the building) Exception: class leader prior approval from staff 29
Classroom Etiquette Technology Tarrant County College Criminal Justice Training Center No ipods or similar device(s) Laptop computers Note-taking does not include surfing the web, looking for jobs, gambling, social networks, etc. No book bags 30
Classroom Etiquette Breaks Tarrant County College Criminal Justice Training Center Breaks are left up to the discretion of the instructor. Most instructors will lecture 45-50 minutes Do not get up and walk out of a classroom to take your own break. Lunch Instructor s discretion 1 hour maximum, some days shorter but at least 30 minutes 31
Lunch time Do NOT accept free or discounted meals Do NOT wear departmental jackets Do NOT wear gun belts outside this building(unless going to your car) Be PROFESSIONAL the public is watching and listening.
Professionalism Appearance Facial hair Clean shaven daily (starting Monday) Trimmed mustache (NOT past corner of lips/ below top lip) No sideburns past the bottom ear opening No earrings (males) and one per ear (females) Hair Neatly trimmed and combed Males not touching collar or ears Women s hair should be up not on collar and tight to the head No extreme hairstyles including faux hawks 33
- Hair is neat - Hair tight to the head - There are no stray or flyaway pieces - Hair is not touching the collar - Hair accessories match the color of the hair
Professionalism Designated Uniforms Regular/Daily Uniform Dickies khaki pants and shirt White crew neck plain undershirt Black polished boots Black belt with gold tip and buckle Issued name tag Body armor (when issued) (Tattoos covered if required by department) 35
Jackets - Solid, non-logo, black windbreaker type jacket. - Department issued jackets are also acceptable --- not allowed in public
Professionalism Designated Uniforms Physical Training Uniform Black shorts (plain) Must hit below mid-thigh White crewneck plain T-shirt (tucked) or class shirt (optional) White socks Comfortable running shoes (conservative) Gray sweat pants and shirt (optional) 40
Professionalism Designated Uniforms Defensive Tactics Uniform LIGHT heather grey sweat pants White crewneck plain T-shirt (tucked) or class shirt (optional) DT socks Shower shoes
Uniforms If it is not issued, it is not approved for wear. (keys on belt, sunglasses, etc. -- anything on uniform) 42
Professionalism Courtesy Tarrant County College Criminal Justice Training Center Always greet other people in or around the CJTC facility (Good morning Sir/Ma am). Always stand at attention against the wall and address staff, other officers and the public. Show people respect and it will be returned. 43
Professionalism Harassment Tarrant County College Criminal Justice Training Center Sexual, racial, religious, national origin, ethnicity, sexual orientation, disability, or age harassment are prohibited and will NOT be tolerated. Cadets will not use profanity or show disrespect to any staff member, instructor, or fellow student in the training center. 44
Professionalism Break room Tarrant County College Criminal Justice Training Center The break room is NOT your living room. Do not prop up your feet, slouch, or sprawl out on the furniture. 45
Professionalism Enforcement Disciplinary warning form Can be removed after 30 days if no other warnings for any behavior It is up to you to contact a coordinator at the 30 day mark. Otherwise, the warning becomes a part of you permanent record here. Class leaders can request a disciplinary warning Any coordinator can issue a disciplinary warning Required notification to your training coordinator 46
Professionalism Enforcement Chronic problems/repeated behavioral issues Often results in the cadet s dismissal from the program. 47
Fraternization Tarrant County College Criminal Justice Training Center DO NOT No social networking with full-time staff or adjuncts No exchanging or accepting e-mail addresses or telephone numbers with adjuncts No lunches with adjuncts No ride-alongs with adjuncts 48
Academics Major Examinations Tarrant County College Criminal Justice Training Center Cadets must obtain 75% or above on all academic testing. Only one (1) retake is allowed. If a cadet fails two (2) exams, he/she is subject to dismissal. There will be time limitations on exams. Tests are cumulative * Testing dates are subject to change 49
Academics Grading Ledger A = 100 90 B = 89 80 C = 79 75 F = BELOW 75 Tarrant County College Criminal Justice Training Center Anything below 75% is considered failing. 50
Academics Studying Group study is encouraged and can be extremely helpful! Cheating WILL NOT BE TOLERATED! You cheat, you go You will be immediately dismissed from the Academy. 51
Teamwork Essential Maturity Common Sense Hard Work Be Supportive Encourage Others Tarrant County College Criminal Justice Training Center KNOWLEDGE * COURAGE * TEAMWORK 52
Teamwork What we strive for Teamwork We utilize the diversity and unique contributions of all of the stakeholders to the greater benefit of all. Integrity We adhere to the highest ethical standards of conduct as the foundation for community trust. 53
Physical Training Expectations Good attitude is essential Full participation Maximum effort Improvement is critical Chronic injuries will require a note from your physician. You must complete a Fitness Journal PT assessment will be Monday 54
THINGS TO DO Building ENTRY Use side door closest to the firing range ONLY! Do NOT use front door. Report official law enforcement contact to coordinator as soon as practical. Traffic stop Victim/witness/suspect call 55
THINGS TO DO Preparedness Must Tarrant County College Criminal Justice Training Center Always bring PT gear, no exceptions. Always dress the same, no exceptions. Be professional at all times. 56
Remember.. The public is watching you! Be courteous Be friendly Be positive
ATTITUDE CHECK Hard work produces: Discipline Pride Self-respect Motivation Builds character While you are here, strive to become part of something bigger than yourself. 58
THINGS THAT CAN CAUSE A BAD DAY Being Late Cell phones Disturbing the class Unshined boots Uniforms Wrinkled Partial uniforms on campus Out of uniform (If it is not tucked in, you are out of uniform) Not giving 100% during PT Not greeting people Walking out of class 59
PROFESSIONALISM REMEMBER Be courteous Be friendly Be positive Maintain your bearing Officers throughout their careers need to continue to educate themselves to better serve their communities. You have taken your first step. Remember education is a primary key in improving oneself. 60
GOALS for Graduation Valedictorian Salutatorian Class Leader Most Distinguished Cadet Top Shooter Most Physically Fit Tarrant County College Criminal Justice Training Center * Nick Fowler Award (Favorite Instructor) 61
ANY QUESTIONS? 62