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Meet the People Behind the Badge
Join us inside the Hillsboro Police Department for Community Academy — a series of 12 weekly, evening classes and activities that foster communication and understanding between our agency and the community we serve.
Community members often meet police officers during stressful circumstances. Sometimes, people simply see a uniform and a badge. Community Academy is a place for people to see beyond the badge, interacting with police department members in a positive, engaging environment.
Note: In 2020, the Community Academy, previously known as the Citizens' Academy, was renamed to reflect that it is inclusive in welcoming all residents of Hillsboro.
Community Academy 2026 - APPLY NOW!
Community Academy will take place on Thursdays, February 5 - April 23, 2026. Complete, sign and return your application now - English & Spanish. Interpretation services are available. Questions, please contact Julie Carrasco or 503-615-6756. For questions in Spanish, Officer Alex Mejia or 503-707-0823.
What You Will Learn
Through lectures, demonstrations, and hands-on learning, the Academy covers:
- Recruitment, Hiring, and Training
- Patrol Functions, Body-Worn Cameras
- Investigations
- Property & Evidence
- Tactical Negotiations
- Use-of-Force
- Traffic Safety
- K-9s
- Public Records
- Community Outreach & Engagement
- Code Compliance
- and More!
The Academy also showcases unique and specialized volunteer opportunities with the Police Department.
Tour Opportunities
- 911 Washington County Consolidated Communications Agency (WCCCA)
- Washington County Jail
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