The Chambersburg Police Department is pleased to announce that applications for the 2021 Citizen's Police Academy are now being accepted. The Academy Class is scheduled to begin on August 24th and end on September 16th. This 8-session program will meet each Tuesday and Thursday evening, starting at 6PM and ending at 8PM. The Citizen’s Police Academy provides a first-hand overview of both law enforcement and community-related functions of their Police Department. Class members will participate in role playing exercises, take tours and interact with Police Officers. All candidates must be at least 18 years of age and a criminal history background check will be performed on all applicants. There is no participation fee, however the Department requests each class member be committed to the full length of the training. Applications may be obtained at the Chambersburg Police Department front desk or downloaded (see attachment). The program is available to all citizen's residing in the greater Chambersburg area. Applications must be received by 4 PM on Tuesday, August 3rd.