Youth Police Academy 2026

Youth Police Academy

Mission Statement:

The Elmwood Park Youth Police Academy is an educational program designed to help children and teens learn about law enforcement, public safety, leadership, and community responsibility in a positive, hands-on environment. The Elmwood Park Youth Police Academy teaches participants through demonstrations, activities, and teamwork rather than traditional classroom lectures.

Children learn about:
• Police officer duties and responsibilities
• Community safety and crime prevention
• Traffic safety and bicycle/pedestrian laws
• Emergency response procedures
• Teamwork, discipline, and leadership skills
• Respect for laws and civic responsibility
• Communication and conflict resolution
• Physical fitness and wellness
• Drug and violence prevention awareness
• First aid or basic emergency preparedness

The Youth Police Academy also include interactive experiences such as:
• Police vehicle and equipment demonstrations
• K-9 unit presentations
• Mock investigations or forensic activities
• Drill exercises and obstacle courses
• Visits to courts, dispatch centers, or training facilities
• Helicopter demonstration
• Self-Defense Training
• And more....

Our mission statement is to build trust between young people and law enforcement while encouraging confidence, responsibility, and positive decision-making.

Additional Information:

• Open to Elmwood Park children, Ages 8 to 16
• Camp Hours 9:00 am to 3:00 pm
• Location: Elmwood Park Memorial High School
• Dates: Check Community Pass Website
• For further information, contact Detective Rivera. Email: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

Enrollment:

• Families must sign up for a family account on Community Pass (CommunityPass)
• Each Child must be registered on the family account: Home > "My Account" > "Add Child"
• To Register: Home > "Browse Activities" > "Verify Account" Find "E.P.P.D. Youth Police Academy" > "show sessions" > "Add to Cart" > "Check Out"

Elmwood Park Revaluation Update

The wait is over, Appraisal Systems, INC. (ASI) has completed and mailed the 2026 new property assessment letters so you should be receiving yours soon. If you have questions about your new assessment as well as the revaluation process now is time to contact ASI.

You may call to schedule an appointment with representatives from Appraisal Systems, INC (ASI) by phone by calling them at 201-493-8530, Monday through Friday between the hours of 10 AM to 4PM.

For your convenience, you may also schedule your appointment online at www.asinj.com/scheduling.htm. 24 hours a day/7 days a week.

Appointments with ASI can either be in person at Borough Hall, virtual or by calling in.

The Borough of Elmwood Park was ordered to conduct a mandatory revaluation by the NJ State Division of Taxation. The Borough has contracted with ASI and has met all statutory requirements during the process. When completed, the result will be a uniform ratable base ensuring that all assessments are fair and equitable.

The Elmwood Park revaluation is revenue neutral and the outcome will result in uniformity across all properties. Thank you for your cooperation during this process.

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