Windsor Police Cadets
"Developing Responsible Youth"
340 Bloomfield Ave
Windsor, Connecticut 06095
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Spaghetti Supper
Join us for our annual Spaghetti Supper on Saturday, February 18th, 2012 between 4:30PM & 7:00PM at the Trinity United Methodist Church (180 Park Avenue, Windsor)
$10.00 for Adults and $5.00 for Children. Pay at the door or purchase in advance from Advisor Sarah Michaud @ (860) 335-1194. We look forward to seeing you there!
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Photograph: June 2011 Taken By Sgt. M Neary (WPD)
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About Our Post
The Windsor Police Cadets, established in 1981, is a community-oriented program,
operating year-round under the direction of the Town of Windsor, its Police
Chief, Directors, and Advisors. Its
mission is to develop responsible youth; encourage academic excellence,
leadership, teamwork, and volunteerism; and offer young men and women insight
into the field of law enforcement.
The program is supported by the Windsor Police Cadets, Inc., a non-profit,
tax-exempt, charitable organization under I.R.C. section 501(c)(3).
Once selected, candidates are required to attend a Member Orientation,
followed by their first monthly meeting.
Meetings are typically held at the Windsor Public Safety Complex on the
Sunday that falls closest to the 1st of each month.
At meetings, members receive a calendar, which details upcoming post
activities. Additionally, members
must successfully complete a six-month probationary period.
Throughout the
year, members participate in a variety of community service activities,
including the Children’s Home of Cromwell field day; Chillin’ w/The Seniors;
Connecticut Masons Child Identification Program; First Town Downtown’s “White
Lights;” Mary’s Place Family Picnic; Project Santa, and the Torch Light Parade.
Members also Adopt-a-Family for the Holidays and prepare meals for the
homeless at the South Park Inn.
Additionally, members assist with traffic and safety at the bike MS:
BKM/Steelcase Ride; Columbus Day Soccer Tournament; C.T.Y.F.L. Cheerleading
Competition; Dinosaur State Park Day; Lutz Children’s Museum Farm Day, Nightmare
on Broad Street; Northwest Park Country Fair; SS&C Summer Wind Performing Arts
Center; Shad Derby; Wapping Fair; Windsor High School’s Project Graduation;
Windsor High School Warrior’s Football; and Windsor Locks Fire Department
Carnival.
While it is not required, most members share an interest in law enforcement. Members receive extensive training in “Active Shooter” Response, Building Search & Felony Response; C.P.R. & First Aid; Disturbance Calls; Domestic Disturbances; D.U.I. Enforcement; Emotionally Disturbed Persons; Felony Traffic Stops; High Stress Scenarios; Officer Safety & Suspicious Persons; P.O.S.T. Fitness Assessment; Radio Procedures & Traffic Direction; and Traffic Stop & Suspicious Vehicles. Additionally, eligible members may attend the Cadet Police Academy and/or be selected to compete at Law Enforcement Stations Day. To do so, candidates must “qualify” in Firearms; Judgmental Driving; Leadership Reaction & Obstacle Course; Mountain Biking; and/or Random Stations. Random Stations participants receive additional training in Crisis Intervention; Felony Traffic Stops; Firearms Simulator; and Search & Control.
The post provides numerous academic, leadership, and team-building experiences.
Through a partnership with Goodwin College, cadets in their senior year
of high school are afforded the opportunity to earn up to nine college credits
tuition free. “Leadership in Life”,
a program designed to help young adults reach their full potential in all
aspects of life, is available to all members, especially those aspiring to be
Post Officers. Additionally,
members receive instruction in Drill & Ceremony.
Each spring, senior cadets are invited to chaperone Sage Park Middle
School’s Cape Cod Trip.
Team-building activities offered to members include the Corn Maze; Leadership
Reaction Course; Low & High Ropes Course; Northeast Regional Law Enforcement
Educational Association Outings; and Outdoor Challenges
Through active participation, members earn a variety of benefits and privileges.
For instance, members may be issued a uniform and equipment and/or obtain
college scholarships. Additionally,
eligible members may participate in ride-along and observations, as well as,
utilize the Windsor Police Department’s fitness equipment.
Members may also be invited to attend recognition gatherings, including
the Anniversary Banquet; “First Year Away” Dinner; Florida Weekend Get-away;
Member and Post Photographs; Member Appreciation Outings; Post Officer
Appreciation Outing; and Recognition Ceremony.
In appreciation of volunteer service, members are encouraged to attend socials,
including the beach bash; Eastern States Exposition; Extreme Bowling; Family
Cookout; Haunted Hay Ride; Holiday Magic; New Britain Rock Cats Baseball
w/Fireworks; Overnight w/Laser Quest; Summer Sizzle/Splash; University of
Hartford Hawks Basketball; Whirly Ball; and Winter Madness w/Skiing &
Snowboarding. Socials provide
members with opportunities to interact in a “safe and positive” environment.
The post depends largely on the support of its sponsors.
Our platinum sponsors include Copy Central and the Law Office of
Cori-Lynn Webber, LLC. Our gold
sponsors include Acutrim Inc. & The Faldo Family; Carmon Community Funeral
Homes; SS&C Technologies, Inc.; Vanities Life; and Windsor Federal Savings.
Our silver sponsors include Beverly Hills Limousine; Butler Company;
Direct Mail Systems, Inc.; Integrity Graphics Inc.; Stop & Shop; and Valises,
Inc. Additionally, the post
receives financial support from the Town of Windsor, as well as, a number of
local businesses, civic organizations, and friends.
Members also generate funds through participation in fundraisers,
including the Candy Sale; 1040EZ Run; Family & Friends Night @ Jim’s Pizzeria;
Paintball; Spaghetti Supper; and “Windsor Chamber Cares” Auction.
If you are interested in joining or making
a contribution to the Windsor Police cadets, please contact us at
(860) 688-4545 ext. 340 or
cadets@townofwindsorct.com
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Created On: August 26, 2011
Last Updated on: February 12, 2012 @ 1525 hours
Created By: Cadet Lieutenant Nick Dillon