Officer Information

[vc_row][vc_column width=”1/2″][vc_column_text]D.A.R.E. Officers go through a specialized two-week training where they are taught (and practice) public speaking, classroom management techniques, lesson planning, team building, and much more. The officers spend many hours working with trained staff and Educators on the latest brain research, brain-based learning, youth culture trends, drug information, learning styles, facilitation/effective questioning, and active listening. They also learn and practice the D.A.R.E. curriculum material.

D.A.R.E. is not just a “say no” program. D.A.R.E. focuses on many aspects, such as decision-making, consequences, risks, health effects, communication, positive friendships, peer pressure, dealing with stress, personal pressure, confidence, refusal techniques, effective listening, communication, and bullying. There are enhancement lessons that can be added for recognizing role models, meth, mental health, fentanyl, RX/OTC/Opioid, vaping, and online safety that are now available.

D.A.R.E. does not just target one grade! There is a curriculum for K-4th grades, 5/6th grades, 7/8th grades, and even a high school curriculum that is set to be released this year. There are also parent/community componenets.

Become a D.A.R.E. Officer

Interested in becoming a D.A.R.E. Officer?

The requirements for becoming a D.A.R.E. Officer are:

• Complete our Training Application Form
• Full-time, state-certified law enforcement officer
• Be in good standing in the community and the department
• Complete the D.A.R.E. Officer Training application, which includes an agreement with the local school district
• Complete background check and interview

Training Courses

Click here for the next Basic D.A.R.E. Officer training.

Contact Lt. Sheri Hall, State Training Coordinator, at 662 871 4807 or mississippidare@gmail.com for more information.

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