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For Information about
Tomball Public Safety Explorer Activities,
please contact Sergeant Rebecca Carlisle,
TPS Explorer Coordinator at
rcarlisle@tomballpd.com or call
281-290-1312.
THE EXPLORER PROGRAM
The Boy Scouts of America
sponsors Explorer Programs in a wide variety
of professions, including Fire Fighting,
Medical Professions, Chemistry, High
Adventure, and Law Enforcement. The Tomball
Police Department participates in the Police
Explorer program through Public Safety
Explorer Post #5451 established in November
2009.
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assist in Kidprint at Community
Events |
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Explorer
Posts hold frequent meetings and
Training Sessions |
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traffic control at Special
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Explorers
practice Law Enforcement
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WHAT
ARE THE GOALS & OBJECTIVES OF LAW
ENFORCEMENT EXPLORING?
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Further the Explorers'
education
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Encourage the Explorers'
participation in a wide variety of
service activities
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Enhance the Explorers'
participation for the future roles as
citizens, community members, leaders,
and future law enforcement officers
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WHAT
IS THE PURPOSE OF LAW ENFORCEMENT EXPLORING?
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Build individual
character
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Develop leadership
skills and potential
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Gain appreciation for
community service
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Develop good citizenship
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WHAT ARE THE SIX EXPERIENCE AREAS IN
EXPLORING?
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CAREER Developing a
better understanding of
America's social, economic and
governmental systems.
Gaining some insight and
practical experience in careers. |
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SOCIAL Installing
stable personal value firmly
based on religious concepts.
Developing skill in dealing with
all people and encouraging a
sense of family and community
responsibility. |
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SERVICE Encourage
the skill and desire to help
others. Gaining a keen respect
for the basic rights of others. |
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LEADERSHIP
Encouraging a sense of pride in
our American Heritage.
Preparing to give leadership and
fulfill our responsibility to
American society and to the
people of the world. |
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FITNESS Improving
mental and emotional fitness.
Enhancing physical fitness and
an appreciation for sports. |
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OUTDOOR
Developing a degree of
self-reliance based on courage,
initiative, and resourcefulness.
Understanding and appreciating
the wise use of resources and
the protection of our
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THE EXPLORER CODE
As an Explorer ...
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I believe that America's
strength lies in our trust in God and in
the courage, strength, and traditions of
our people.
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I will, therefore, be
faithful in my religious duties and will
maintain a personal sense of honor in my
own life.
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I will treasure my
American heritage and will do all I can
to preserve and enrich it.
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I will recognize the
dignity and worth of all humanity and
will use fair play and goodwill in my
daily life.
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I will acquire the
Explorer attitude that seeks truth in
all things and adventure on the
frontiers of our changing world
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HOW DO
YOU QUALIFY FOR EXPLORERS?
Both male and female young
adults are encouraged to join Explorers. To
join you must meet the following criteria:
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Be between the ages of
14 and 21 years of age
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Have a sincere interest
in law enforcement
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Be enrolled in school
and maintain a "C" average
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Have parental permission
if under the age of 17
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Have no serious police
record
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Be in good health
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Maintain a neat
appearance and manner in compliance with
the policies of the Department
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Pass a thorough
background check
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Complete the Basic
Explorer Training Program
AS AN ADULT, HOW CAN I
HELP?
Adult leadership is always
needed when conducting our Explorer
programs. Many times, transportation is
needed and adult assistance is necessary.
Assistant Post Advisors are
needed, as well as members for the Post
Committee, and other consultants for adult
leadership.
If you have time to spend
with the Explorers, contact one of the
Explorer Post Advisors. You will find the
rewards more than satisfying if you choose
to help.
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