The Youth Indian Police Academy is offered to inspire, motivate, and mentor our Indian youth so they develop trusting relationships with law enforcement and first responders. Hosted at the Bureau of Indian Educations Riverside Riverside Indian School campus in Anadarko, Oklahoma, students experience hands-on learning activities that show them why they should consider becoming the next generation of professionals to serve their Tribal communities, and how to get there.
Why students should participate
This academy is designed for highly motivated 9th-12th grade students. Selected applicants will have an opportunity to experience a multitude of police and first responder professions that introduce them to specialized skills unique to each profession. Some training activities include:
- Nightly Team Building Events
- Tactical Training Exercises
- Accident Investigation & Crime Scene Labs
- Driving Under the Influence Simulations
- Special Weapons & Tactics Demonstrations
- Emergency Medical Services Certification
- K9 Demonstrations
- Field Trips for full-immersion learning
At no cost to students, participants will receive assistance with traveling to and from the school, where they will stay in dorm rooms and be well-fed throughout their stay. Participants will be provided uniforms and travel for field trips. Students will come away from the program with a meaningful life experience, new friendships, and awareness of career opportunities available to them as young adults.
2025 Student Application Process
Students wishing to attend the academy must write and submit a five-paragraph essay explaining who they are, their life goals, and why they wish to attend the Youth Indian Police Academy. Final essays need to be emailed to: David.Conley@bia.gov on or before May 9, 2025. Each essay will be reviewed by a selection panel who will select up to 28 students.
When: June 15 - 27, 2025
Where: Riverside Indian School, Anadarko, OK
Submit Essays to: David.Conley@bia.gov
By: May 9, 2025
Admissions Package
Upon student selection, guardians must complete an Admissions Package that will be emailed to individual guardians after selections are made. This package will request:
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Additional Information
Additional Resources
- Law Enforcement Careers
- Wildland Fire Careers
- BIE Scholarships and Internships
- BIA Scholarships and Internships
- Tribal Youth Programs
- BIA Pathways Internships for Students
- Tribal Colleges and University Listing
- Careers at Indian Affairs
