Public Safety Academy

What is the Public Safety Academy: Public Safety Academy will immerse kids in law enforcement, EMS, and firefighting careers in this one-of-a-kind camp! Join local police and emergency responders, U.S. Customs and Border Patrol agents, K-9 handlers, and Coast Guard staff – even learn to SCUBA dive. The three-day camp culminates in a real-life search-and-rescue operation on land.

*On the final day, students will be paired with a public safety official and join them in a real life search and rescue training exercise utilizing K-9, drones, a command center, state police, border patrol, fire department, and other emergency responders.

Public Safety Academy Dates: June 23-25, 2026

Public Safety Academy Times: 9 a.m.-2:30 p.m.

Public Safety Academy Grades: Students in grades 8-11 (current school year, 2025-2026)

Public Safety Academy Location: Harbor Springs

Public Safety Academy Cost: The cost for Public Safety Academy is $100, which includes registration, a light snack each day and a T-shirt! Change from previous years: Lunch will not be provided. Please pack a lunch each day for your student(s). Light snack will be provided during the day.

Is transportation available?
Char-Em ISD will provide specific transportation routes at no additional charge. Look for transportation registration details during the online course registration process. (Note: transportation is not provided to Pellston High School.) Transportation routes are detailed in the online registration process.

Need more information?
Please contact Tory Thrush, Char-Em ISD Career/College Readiness Consultant, (231) 308-0287.

Registration opens online February 2026