Registration is Now Open for the 2026 Teen Police Academy Hosted by Apple Valley and Rosemount Police
APPLE VALLEY & ROSEMOUNT, MINNESOTA - High school students interested in law enforcement and public safety have an opportunity to go behind the scenes this spring as registration has opened for the 2026 Teen Police Academy, a free program jointly hosted by the Apple Valley Police Department and the Rosemount Police Department.
The academy is designed to give students an inside look at police work, department operations, and the day-to-day responsibilities of officers serving their communities.
Program Details
The five-week academy will be held on Thursday evenings from 6 to 8:30 p.m., beginning March 5 and running through April 2, 2026.
Participants will learn directly from officers and staff about various aspects of policing, including patrol procedures, investigations, emergency response, equipment demonstrations, and specialized units within the departments. The program aims to provide transparency, education, and meaningful engagement between law enforcement and local youth.
There is no cost to participate in the academy.
Who Can Apply
Registration is open to high school–age students who:
Reside in Apple Valley or Rosemount
Attend high school in Apple Valley or Rosemount
Live in areas served by the Dakota County Sheriff's Department
The program is intended to help students better understand potential career paths in public safety while also building stronger relationships between officers and the communities they serve.
Registration Deadline
Students must register by February 26, 2026.
Registration is available online through the police department websites:
Or directly from this website: https://app.smartsheet.com/b/form/019b9a4496f976b791151120f53ae8c7
Interested students and families are encouraged to apply early, as space may be limited.
Questions?
For additional information about the Teen Police Academy:
Apple Valley Police Department: 952-953-2706
Rosemount Police Department: 651-440-2143
The Teen Police Academy continues to serve as a collaborative effort between the two neighboring departments to foster education, transparency, and positive engagement with the next generation of community members.
