Last night the 116th Class of the Johnson County Regional Police Academy graduated and its members are now certified law enforcement officers in the State of Kansas.
What was really nice was that Shawnee really led the way, starting with our police department's honor guard presenting the Colors. And Captain Ben Mendoza's daughter, Alyssa was the vocalist who performed the National Anthem.
Then our own Captain Mitch Brim was the keynote speaker. Very inspirational.
And on top of that Officer Derek Miller, one of four Shawnee graduates of the academy last night, was chosen by his peers to be the class spokesperson.
The new officers will now undergo department specific training and then field training with veteran officers (FTOs).
Let's wish the new "rookies" the best in their careers.
