Greenburgh Police Department Youth Court 8 Weeks Training Program Application
APPLY TODAY TO BECOME A MEMBER OF YOUTH COURT
Wednesday, October 19, 2022 thru Wednesday, December 14, 2022
Excluding Wednesday, November 23, 2022
5:00 pm – 7:30 pm
Youth Court is a unique collaborative approach to help reduce juvenile crimes in a process that incorporates teens, victims, families and the community in a new form of justice – one that assigns youth to make difficult decisions about delinquent behavior of our young people by carrying out the roles of Judge, Prosecutors, Defense Attorneys, Bailiff, Court Clerk, and Jurors.
All Youth Court Members go through an intensive training program conducted by experienced Judges, Prosecutors, Defense Attorneys, Bailiffs, Court Clerks, and Police Officers.
Students who are presently in the 8th – 12th grade, are eligible to apply. Applicants must be willing to donate at least 1 evening per week usually Wednesdays during the school year as well as volunteering their time for special events and community activities.
For more information contact:
Teresa Robinson
Youth Court Secretary
(914) 989-1785
M-F 9:00 am – 5 pm
Gpdyouthcourt@greenburghny.com
See Attached Application
| Town of Greenburgh Greenburgh Police Department 188 Tarrytown Road, White Plains, NY 10607 Phone: (914) 989-1700 Chief of Police Kobie Powell |
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YOUTH COURT
APPLICATION FOR MEMBERSHIP
PLEASE PRINT
Applicant’s Name: ________________________ Applicant’s Phone: ______________________
Address: _______________________________ City: ____________________ Zip: __________
Grade: ________ Date of Birth: ___________ Applicant’s Email Address____________________
Parent/Guardian Name: _____________________ Parent/Guardian Phone: _________________
School: ____________________________________ Expected Date of Graduation: ___________
PLEASE SUBMIT WITH THIS APPLICATION FORM:
1) A copy of your most recent report card.
2) In 200 word essay, explain why you want to become a member of the Youth Court (one double-spaced page). Include any/all community service or extra-curricular involvement.
3) Please submit two (2) letters of reference with application from any two (2) of the following: Teacher, Clergy, Guidance Counselor, Employer, or Coach.
Please mail, drop off, email, or fax application and required materials to:
Town of Greenburgh Police Department
188 Tarrytown Road
White Plains, NY 10607
Attn: Youth Court Secretary, Teresa Robinson
Gpdyouthcourt@greenburghny.com or fax (914) 682-5370
· Application deadline Tuesday, October 18, 2022
· Applications from youth is 8th – 12th grades ONLY