Police Academy to Begin in Jasper March 16, 2026

JASPER — Residents interested in a career in law enforcement will soon have a local opportunity to get started, as Angelina College brings its Basic Peace Officer Course back to Jasper this spring.

The next part-time police academy is set to begin March 16, 2026, and will be hosted at the Deep East Texas College and Career Academy (DETCCA) campus in Jasper.

According to Sheriff Chuck Havard, the program is a critical step toward strengthening local law enforcement agencies with homegrown officers.

“We are very grateful and appreciative of Angelina College’s willingness to provide this training again here in Jasper,” Havard said. “The academy will start on March 16th, so any applicant wanting to pursue a career in law enforcement will need to immediately start the enrollment process. It is imperative that we have local people joining one of our local law enforcement agencies, and we are looking forward to working with Angelina College again.”

Academy Details

The academy will operate as a nighttime program, making it accessible for those who work during the day.

• Academy Dates: March 16, 2026 – December 10, 2026

• Schedule: Monday–Friday from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m., plus every other Saturday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

• Location: DETCCA, 405 Bulldog Ave., Jasper, TX 75951

Important Deadlines

• Application Deadline: February 27, 2026 (for applicants not sponsored by a law enforcement agency)

• Required Orientation & Physical Assessment: Thursday, March 5 at 6 p.m.

How to Apply

Prospective cadets should carefully review the flyer for enrollment instructions and begin the application process as soon as possible. Questions regarding enrollment can be directed to the Angelina College Law Enforcement Academy at (936) 633-5230 or by email at policeacademy@angelina.edu

Local officials are encouraging residents to share the information widely as agencies across the region continue to emphasize recruiting and training officers who live and serve in the communities they protect.