Each member of the Department's command staff received a copy of the initial proposal by the Chief of Police. A copy of the proposal shall be provided to the President of the Fraternal Order of Police, Lodge Five. Articles promoting the Citizens Police Academy shall be prepared for inclusion in union department and County Government publications. A seating chart is prepared prior to the first class of each session. This provides a sense that we were anticipating the participants arrival and affords instructors an opportunity to recognize and make reference to participants by name.
Desks are also prepared with notebooks, writing pad, and pencils.
Prior to the first class, notebooks are filled with a number of hand-outs and a directory of New Castle County services. All instructors are encouraged to submit hand-outs prior to the start of the Academy for inclusion in the notebooks. This conserves time when the instructors scheduled classes are held. A light dinner will be' provided for the first night of class so the participants may arrive at class on time without having to make dinner arrangements. To reduce or eliminate costs, the use of petty cash will be utilized.