Florence police open Teen Academy to inspire next generation of officers

Florence police open Teen Academy to inspire next generation of officers

The Florence Police Department is giving local high school students a closer look at what its like to serve and protect through a new five-week program called the Teen Academy.The academy, held once a week at police headquarters, is open to students from Boone County and nearby districts. Each session introduces participants to different aspects of police work from crash reconstruction and drone operations to hostage negotiation and defensive ta…