A graduation ceremony was held on February 4, 2022 at the NYS Academy of Fire Science in Montour Falls, NY to recognize officers from across New York State who completed the intense 2-week training school to become cerified D.A.R.E. instructors. 

Officer Miah Stevens, the Department's officer assigned to the Batavia City School District as a School Resource Officer, completed the training and was recognized for her hard work and dedication to the D.A.R.E. program. Officer Stevens is now certified to teach the D.A.R.E. curriculum to grades K-12. 

D.A.R.E. is more than just "drug resistance" curriculum, the D.A.R.E. Mission and Vision statements embody what the revamped program consists of;

The D.A.R.E. Mission

“Teaching students good decision-making skills to help them lead safe and healthy lives”

The D.A.R.E. Vision

“A world in which students everywhere are empowered to respect others and choose to lead lives free from violence, substance use, and other dangerous behaviors.”

"We look forward to partnering with the Batavia City School District to deliver this important curriculum to students in the District and continue to build relationships throughout the community." stated Chief Shawn Heubusch, "Congratulations to Officer Stevens on completing such an important and intense training curriculum."