Experience the Round Rock Junior Police Academy

March 10, 2025
12:37 pm

The Junior Police Academy (JPA) is a program dedicated to promoting community responsibility among young citizens and public servants. Each summer, the Round Rock Police Department offers free, week-long camps aimed at building a stronger connection between law enforcement and local youth, giving them a hands-on opportunity to experience the daily life of a police officer.

Modeled after a law enforcement academy, the camp provides participants with physical training, including an obstacle course, marching, and rappelling. Students will have the opportunity to tour patrol and SWAT vehicles, K-9 units, and a police helicopter. The camp’s comprehensive curriculum covers key topics such as traffic safety, criminal investigations, alcohol and drug prevention, and self-defense. Additionally, campers will engage in local field trips to further their understanding of law enforcement practices and community safety.

The 2025 Junior Police Academy will host five Monday through Thursday (8 a.m. – 5 p.m.) sessions:

Session 1: June 9-12 (10 and 11-year-olds)
Session 2: June 23-26 (12 to 14-year-olds)
Session 3: July 7-10 (8 and 9-year-olds)
Session 4: July 21-24 (8 and 9-year-olds)
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***Registration is now CLOSED. Applicants will receive a response by April 9th regarding their acceptance.***

JPA Summer Camp Requirements:

Between the ages of 8 and 14.
Round Rock residents who live inside the city limits (Applications are accepted for Round Rock Extra Territorial Jurisdiction residents, however first consideration for campers is given to Round Rock residents.)
Attend school in Round Rock ISD, a Round Rock Charter, Private School, or Home School.

The camp is made possible by the Round Rock Police Department, Round Rock ISD, the Round Rock Police Foundation, and the support of community members. Thanks to local sponsorships and partnerships, the Department can provide this program annually. The Junior Police Academy welcomes donations and sponsors to support food, equipment, and snacks for participants. To sponsor or donate, please call 512-218-5500 or email jpacademy@roundrocktexas.gov.