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bad guys. We leave that to the pros. But we do partic- ipate in year-round special events – especially those involving kids, who are always thrilled to meet a real cop – or even a fake cop – and to get goodies such as MPPD pencils and pens, junior officer badges, safety brochures and refrigerator magnets. The idea for the academy came from legendary chief Roland Perry, who had observed a similar pro- gram in Florida. He tasked Lieutenant (now Captain) Stan Gragg with making it happen. The first class graduated in 1998.


“I can honestly say it has been one of the most


rewarding accomplishments of my career, and I am proud to have been a part of it,” Gragg commented. Crime Prevention Officer Donald Calabrese, who currently oversees the academy classes, echoed Gragg’s sentiments. “Personally, it is rewarding to know that there are


busy, hardworking people who take time out of their schedules to want to learn about the profession I chose. Professionally, the CPA is a great asset to the Police Department. At the end of each program, we


have informed citizens who can help be our eyes and ears in the community.” Te Mount Pleasant Citizens Police Academy is now on its 22nd class and some 300 adults have graduated from the program. Classes, held at the Mount Pleasant Police Department, are limited to 20 students.


For more information, contact the Mount Pleasant Police Department at (843) 884-4176 or visit www.tompsc.com.


Mary Catherine McBride, as a Mount Pleasant Citizens Police Academy alumna, works with the Police Department and citizens to enhance community relations.


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