Boston Police Department Launches Youth Academy Program
The Boston Police Department has launched its Junior Police Academy program, thanks to the Boston Police Foundation. The week-long camps are designed for youth aged 9-12 and are being held in various Boston neighborhoods, including District A-1 (Downtown, North End,…
Boston, MA, July 24, 2026 —
The Boston Police Department, in collaboration with the Boston Police Foundation, has initiated its Junior Police Academy program. This program offers week-long camps aimed at engaging young residents aged 9 to 12.
The initiative is currently taking place across several Boston neighborhoods. Specific locations include areas covered by District A-1, which encompasses Downtown, the North End, Chinatown, and Charlestown. Additionally, participants are involved in activities within District D-4, serving the South End and Back Bay neighborhoods, and District D-14, which includes Brighton and Allston.
During the camps, young attendees are participating in a variety of educational activities. These include visits to historical sites, providing context and learning opportunities about the city’s heritage. Participants are also being introduced to the various aspects of police work through age-appropriate programming designed to foster understanding and engagement with law enforcement.
The Junior Police Academy program is a key initiative supported by the Boston Police Foundation, an organization dedicated to supporting the department’s efforts and community outreach programs. The program’s goal is to provide constructive and informative experiences for the city’s youth.
Story summarized from the original created by Media Relations on police.boston.gov, see more information here.
