Teen Police Academy
Academy Sessions & Application
Available Sessions
Session 1 June 8 – 12, 2026
Session 2 June 15 – 19, 2026
Application Deadline: June 2, 2026
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What to Expect
A week long program to explore careers in law enforcement. Learn first-hand about core police functions such as patrol, special operations, and crime scene investigation. Meet today's leaders in law enforcement in Edinburg. Explore what it takes to become a police officer and skills you will learn in the police academy.
Eligibility & Requirements
- Open to Edinburg high school students (Public, Private, or Home Schooled) entering 10th, 11th, or 12th grade for the 2025-2026 school year.
- Open to participants between 14 and 17 years old.
- Free of charge.
- Students are expected to provide their own transportation.
- Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Participants are expected to attend all classes.
- Must be a resident of Edinburg
- 300-word essay (All essays will be reviewed for AI-generated content)
- Letter of recommendation
- Signed acknowledgment of academy rules
- Guardian signature on liability waiver
Location
CPL Derek Hernandez Police Training Facility
1309 N. Doolittle Road
Edinburg, TX 78542
1309 N. Doolittle Road
Edinburg, TX 78542