Citizen Police Academy

Application for Admission

Applicant Advisory

Due to the sensitive nature of some subjects being presented in the Thornton Police Citizens’ Academy, a criminal history background check will be conducted on all individuals applying for attendance into the Academy. Individuals found to possess a criminal history will be individually evaluated as to the appropriateness of their attendance in the Academy.

Attendance by individuals possessing a felony conviction will be denied. The Thornton Police Department reserves the right to deny attendance based upon adverse criminal history information, or for any other reason

Academy Application Procedures

To ensure a seat in the Citizens Police Academy, please complete the following application. Once your application has been submitted, a member of the Community Engagement Team will reach out to you via email. If you have any questions, please contact the Community Engagement Team at 720 977-5000 or TPD.ComRel@ThorntonCO.gov.

Application for Enrollment

Applicant MUST BE 18 years of age or older to apply. Incomplete and/or unsigned applications will not be considered.

Personal

Legal Name

First Name

Middle

Last Name

Date of Birth

Address

Example: 9500 Civic Center Dr, Thornton, CO 80229

Home Phone

Email Address

Driver's License or State ID Number

Shirt Size Male Small Male Medium Male Large Male Extra Large Female Small Female Medium Female Large Female Extra Large Other (please state size)

Other Shirt Size

Occupation

How many years have you lived and/or worked in Thornton?

Have you ever been arrested for, convicted of, or cited for an offense other than minor traffic tickets?

Yes No

If yes, explain in detail including date, charge, place and action taken.

Background

Reason For Enrolling Please explain briefly why you wish to be enrolled in the Thornton Police Department Citizen Academy.

Medical History

Medical Information Is there any medical information you feel the Thornton Police Department should be aware of? If yes, please explain.

Have you read the Citizen Academy Curriculum?

Yes No

Are you able to attend 80% of the academy?

Yes No

Will you be able to attend at least 80% of the academy, which is necessary to receive a certificate of completion ? Unforeseen emergency situations will be recognized.

If you are not able to attend 80%, please explain.

Education (optional)

Highest Grade Completed GED High School Associate Degree Bachelor Degree Graduate Degree Other

Name of High School

Name of College

Degree and Major

List Associations, Clubs, Affiliations, etc. (optional)

Acceptance

Please review your answers carefully and read the statement below before signing this application.

I hereby certify that there are no willful misrepresentations, omissions, or falsifications in the foregoing statements. I understand any omission or false statements on this application may result in rejection of enrollment or dismissal from the Thornton Police Department Citizen Academy.

I understand that the Thornton Police Department will be conducting a thorough criminal history check.

By accepting a seat in the Thornton Police Citizen Academy, I hereby give permission to the City of Thornton and the City of Thornton Police Department, the use of session photographs that may include my photographic image in public presentations and/or publications.

I further understand that I will not receive compensation for the use of my photographic image in said presentations/publications.

Signature

Date

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