Between wake-up at 5 a.m. and lights-out at 10 p.m., the students will learn about traffic and criminal law, defensive tactics, firearms and marksmanship fundamentals, first-aid, water safety, narcotics, search and seizure, patrol tactics, crash investigations, law enforcement career opportunities, forensic science, conservation law, underwater recovery and character issues of leadership.

"In just one short week, these students get a glimpse of what it takes to become a Michigan State Police trooper," said First Lieutenant Philip Hart of the MSP Training Academy.  "The focus on law enforcement fundamentals and the structured aspect of the program help promote the importance of education and build teamwork."

The school is designed for highly motivated young men and women who are seriously interested in a career in law enforcement.  Each student is sponsored by one of the Michigan District of Kiwanis clubs located throughout the state.  The school is hosted by the MSP with assistance from deputies and officers from other Michigan police agencies.

Students accepted to the 33^rd Michigan District of Kiwanis Student Trooper Program include: