We are entering our final week for applications for the 2021 Youth Police Program.  The Youth Police Program is open to children ages 13-15 and is designed to educate youth about the field of law enforcement.  This week long program focuses on various aspects of the job to include Patrol Duties, Police Forensics, Police K-9, Use of Force, Traffic Enforcement, Interviewing for a career in law enforcement, Firearms Safety and more.  This program is open to everyone regardless of whether or not you live in Swatara Township or Paxtang Borough.  There is no cost to attend this program.  The 2021 Youth Police Program runs daily from June 14th through June 18th from 8am to 1pm.  The program is held at the Swatara Township Municipal building.  Applications are due no later than May 21, 2021 and they can be downloaded from our department's website (under the Community Service tab).  For questions regarding the Youth Police Program please email Cpl. Brandon Pokrop at bpokrop@swatarapolice.org.