THP Junior and Youth Academy
As part of the Tennessee Highway Patrol's community service initiative, each summer the THP hosts a free trooper academy for boys and girls. The program is held at the THP Training Center and is designed to educate youth who may have an interest in pursuing a career in law enforcement.
Cadets will be taught trooper values, specifically, respect, discipline, and integrity. The cadets will also enjoy recreational activities that include team building exercises, physical fitness, and training. The junior cadets will be involved in community service projects the week of their camp.
Junior Trooper Academy
This academy is for students in grades 5 - 8 and is a day camp. Transportation will be provided from and to Cookeville, Murfreesboro, Lawrenceburg and Dickson.
Youth Academy
This overnight academy is open to students in grades 9-12.
"This camp is designed for middle and high school students who have an interest in pursuing a career in law enforcement. Cadets will be provided educational and recreational experiences that involve respect, discipline, integrity, team building, physical fitness and much more."
— Colonel Dereck Stewart
Register for the THP Trooper Academy
A parent or guardian can submit a registration application by clicking the link below. Youth Academy participants are required to submit an essay why they wish to participate and one letter of recommendation from a teacher, counselor, local sheriff, police chief, etc.
2019 Trooper Academy Dates
Junior Academy (Grades 5-8): June 24-28
Youth Academy (Grades 9-12): July 7-12
Application Deadline: May 15
Notification of Acceptance Date: May 21
Registration Application & Terms of Use: *Registration is now closed*
Contact
Lt. Sarah Lund
Tennessee Highway Patrol Training Center
283 Stewarts Ferry Pike
Nashville, Tennessee 37214
thpyouth.junior.academy@tn.gov