THE COLLINSVILLE POLICE DEPARTMENT IS SPONSORING AND HOSTING ITS 8TH SESSION OF THE COLLINSVILLE YOUTH ACADEMY IN JUNE 2026!

WHAT IS THE POLICE YOUTH ACADEMY? The CPD's Youth Academy will feature presentations from current law enforcement personnel, health services and local business professionals. Blocks of instruction related to law enforcement, drug awareness, dangers of vaping and cyber safety will be covered and discussed during the Academy. At the gun range, gun safety and handling will be discussed as well as a live weapons demonstration where you will be able to shoot at practice targets. There will also be a Physical Training (PT) portion included in the Academy that is aimed toward educating the attendees of the importance of exercise and diet. The Academy will also be conducting one community service project in Collinsville to help show the importance of giving back to the community.

2026 ACADEMY DATES: This is a two-week Academy, weekdays only, from June 1st-June 5th AND from June 8th-June 12th. The Academy is held from 8:00am to 3:00pm. A Graduation Ceremony will be held for graduates on the evening of Friday, June 12th.

WHO CAN ATTEND? We're looking for students ranging in ages from 13-17 years old to attend. Priority is given to CUSD #10 students and private school students in the Unit #10 District.

HOW DO I APPLY? Online Applications/Payment will be available HERE starting on Wednesday, April 1st. Applications close on Wednesday, May 13th or once 25 students have been accepted into the program (whichever happens first).

HOW MUCH DOES THE ACADEMY COST TO ATTEND? Registration is $75 per participant. PLEASE NOTE: A separate registration must be completed for each participant.