08/18/2026
🚨 Are you looking for something exciting to do in the evenings? We’ve got an idea!
Spend your Thursday nights learning what it’s really like behind the scenes of Watauga’s Fire & Police Departments, getting hands-on, and meeting the people who keep our community safe. Business owners, residents, curious minds — everyone is welcome! Registration is OPEN! 🔥
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🚨 REGISTRATION IS NOW OPEN! 🚨
We’re excited to announce that registration for the Citizen Public Safety Academy is officially OPEN! 🎉
This year, the Academy will operate a little differently than in previous years. Instead of one semester, the Academy will consist of two required semesters, giving participants an opportunity to learn more about both sides of public safety in our community.
🔥 Fall 2026 – Fire Department Semester
📅 First Class: September 24, 2026
👮 Spring 2027 – Police Department Semester
Each semester will consist of eight sessions, and participants must complete both semesters to graduate from the Academy.
The Fire Department schedule below is tentative:
September 24, 2026 - Introductions, Rules of Engagement, Fire Department History, and Station Tour
October 1, 2026 - PPE & SCBA with Apparatus Tour
October 8, 2026 - EMS Expo – Stop the Bleed, CPR, and First Aid
October 15, 2026 - Vehicle Extrication & Air Medical Operations
October 22, 2026 - Fire Science (Doll House) & Fire Extinguisher Training
October 29 - Fire Streams & Hose Evolutions
November 5 - Search & Rescue Operations
November 12, 2026 - Live Fire & Scenario Day (Final Fire Night)
🎓 A formal graduation ceremony will be held in the Spring following completion of the Police Department semester.
This is a great opportunity to go behind the scenes, meet the people who serve our community, learn about public safety operations, and gain a better understanding of the important work performed by our Fire and Police Departments.
📢 Registration is open now! Space may be limited, so don’t wait to reserve your spot! Don’t miss your opportunity to be part of the 2026–2027 Citizen Public Safety Academy!
Apply Now!
https://www.cowtx.org/FormCenter/Fire-Department-20/Application-for-Watauga-Public-Safety-Ac-503