UPDATE 7/2/2026 – Applications are closed at this time
The Grafton Police Department will be hosting a free Youth Police Academy from August 10th through August 14th, from 8 AM to 3 PM at Grafton Police Headquarters. The program is open to incoming 7th and 8th grade students. The Grafton Youth Police Academy is a police-led program offered to students who have an interest in law enforcement, military or emergency services. The program offers a variety of activities and lessons aimed at building leaders in our community. The students will be exposed to many activities and speakers in the field of law enforcement. Speakers and events typically scheduled include:
Massachusetts State Police Marine Unit – MILO Simulator – Police K-9 Demonstration – Jail Visit at Worcester County House of Corrections – Emergency Vehicle Operations Course (EVOC) – CEMLEC SWAT/Station Tour – Tem Building/Leadership Exercises – Mass State Police/Life Flight Helicopter Visit – Basic Self Defense – Marching and Drill Exercises
Application deadline is Tuesday, June 30th, 2026 by 5 PM.
Link To Apply: https://form.jotform.com/220921123389150
Any questions regarding the Youth Police Academy please contact:
Sergeant David Spellman – spellman@graftonpolice.com – 508-839-2858 ext: 247
Officer Joseph Wojnar – wojnar@graftonpolice.com – 508-839-2858 ext: 427
Officer Gladys Matos – matos@graftonpolice.com – 508-839-2858 ext: 428
2026 Youth Police Academy Video Links:
https://youtu.be/9FvRpfoLOuw Drones
https://youtu.be/71nrAVKQkBo K-9
https://youtu.be/ndLePsVEMxg Life Flight
https://youtu.be/2PdGhGCP22A Formation/Drill & Ceremony
https://youtu.be/LQvrhz8Sw2A State Police Marine Unit
https://youtu.be/UHfQXQ3R-D4 EVOC Training
https://youtu.be/X1Q5nw4dgMQ Cadet Interviews
https://youtu.be/VEqTh0Ql_xQ?si=IxSpTiHHBPgqIsfo Station Tour/SWAT & Defensive Tactics