February 16, 2026

Junior Police/Fire Academy

Holland Police Department is hosting a Junior Police Academy for 7th and 8th grade students.

  • July 13-30
  • Monday through Thursday
  • 8 a.m. to 1 p.m.
  • The Academy is offered at no cost to students or their families.
  • Apply by April 3

Contact Student Resource Officers Nicole Hamberg at 616-355-1703 OR Nic Wedeven at 616-355-1725 with any questions.  

A variety of topics will be covered during the four weeks. Topics will include:

  • The 911 system
  • Court and Probation system
  • Evidence Technicians 
  • Discussions about HDPS Core Values will be held.
  • Firearms/Use of Force
  • Holland Fire Department
  • Traffic Enforcement (including a mock crash)