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East Providence Launches Summer Youth Police And Fire Academy
14- and 15-year-olds can learn what it's like to be an emergency responder during the month-long program.
EAST PROVIDENCE, RI — East Providence teens looking for something to do this summer can have the chance to explore what it's like to be a firefighter or police officer. On Monday, the city announced a new pilot program, called the Mayor's Youth Summer Police and Fire Academy, which allows 14- and 15-year-olds to take part in a month-long program, with the promise of $250 at the end.
The program will run from July 8 to August 8 and will include classroom learning, field trips and demonstrations four days per week, from 9 a.m. to 12 a.m. Monday through Wednesday. On Thursdays, work readiness and reflective sessions will take place from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m.
Anyone interested in learning more about the program or enrolling is encouraged to reach out to the East Bay Community Action Program by calling 401-383-3094.
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