Press Release: 6/2/2026

Municipal Police Training Committee Hosts 28th Annual Law Enforcement Stations Day for Massachusetts Youth

 



More than 100 students from across the State participated in the program



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6/01/2026



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LYNNFIELD — On Saturday, the Municipal Police Training Committee (MPTC) welcomed more than 100 students to its Lynnfield Academy for Law Enforcement Stations Day, an interactive training and career exploration event. Organized with the support of the Spirit of Adventure Council for Scouting America, participants came from several Explorer Posts, Cadet Programs, and high schools with criminal justice tracks. The daylong program included a hands-on scenario-based competition as well as a public safety fair with college and career opportunities.



The success of this year’s event highlighted the importance of collaboration between agencies, public safety partners, schools and youth programs. The MPTC was honored to host and be a part of this tradition of preparing and inspiring the next generation of public safety professionals.



“The MPTC remains committed to investing in the next generation of public safety professionals and helping them better understand the opportunities that come with serving their communities,” said MPTC Executive Director Colonel Rick Rathbun (Ret.). “Stations Day provides an important forum for students to gain experience in realistic scenarios and develop professional skills in meaningful conversations with people doing this important work every day. I thank each of the participating organizations who made this program successful.”



“Law Enforcement Stations Day creates a unique environment where students compete, learn, and network all in one place. We were proud to welcome so many young adults and partner agencies to our academy space, and we appreciate the support of the Spirit of Adventure Council helping make this event possible.” said MPTC Deputy Executive Director Captain Amy Fanikos (Ret.).



Working in teams, Stations Day participants competed in a series of realistic public safety scenarios that simulate the complexity of 21st century policing. Rotating through these hands-on scenarios provided students with exposure to crash investigations, family disturbances, mental health crisis, impaired driving investigations, neighbor disputes, interview and interrogation, and traffic stops. Students also demonstrated their competitive swimming and physical agility skills.



In addition to the competition, the event’s public safety fair connected students with representatives of New England colleges, local, state, and federal agencies. The event provided a forum to discuss career opportunities, hiring pathways, internships, and training programs. Participating agencies represented police, corrections, emergency communications, fire services, and emergency management functions.



Two student cadets stand near a table with informational materials at an indoor career fair.



Students connected with representatives from colleges and public safety agencies during the Career Fair.



At the conclusion of the program, an awards ceremony recognized the group’s achievements and those who demonstrated the highest levels of performance, teamwork, communication, critical thinking, professionalism, and problem solving. 



An officer stands beside a police SUV with student cadets during a station's day scenario.



Students participated in patrol and investigative interview scenarios during Station’s Day.



“The Law Enforcement Stations Competition affords youth the opportunity to explore the role of law enforcement and build relationships with like-minded individuals. A competition bringing together police explorers and cadet programs from across the Commonwealth creates growth not only in developing future law enforcement professionals but also developing confidence and problem-solving skills which can translate to any professional field. The Fitchburg State University Police Program is thrilled to be able to participate in this important event helping to develop future leaders.” said Fitchburg State University Police Program Academy Director Alexandra Wysocki.



"Law Enforcement Stations Day is a great experience for young people from across the region to gather and apply all they have learned from their local programs in a friendly competition.  The day fosters positive police-community relations and develops civic responsibility by exposing young adults to the many aspects of a public safety career.” said Winthrop Police Department Deputy Chief Steve Rogers.



“Exploring is an incredible opportunity for both the youth and the mentors involved in the program. The youth are able to gain hands on experience and behind the scenes knowledge of careers they are considering. For the mentors, they are helping to form a new generation of candidates in their fields as well as possibly find the next hire for their organization. The opportunities for both are endless." said Jennifer Erickson, Service Area Director Scouting America, Greater Boston.



Organizations interested in participating in future Law Enforcement Stations Day events, including Explorer Posts, Cadet Programs, youth leadership groups, and high school criminal justice programs are encouraged to connect with Jennifer Erickson from the Exploring Executive for Spirit of Adventure Council at jennifer.erickson@scouting.org to learn more about upcoming opportunities.