The Citizens Academy is an educational program offered by the Lee County Sheriff’s Office. It provides community members with an inside look at how the Sheriff’s Office enforces the law as they protect and serve.
“The Academy is a 12-week program with classes held on Tuesday nights from 6 – 9:15 p.m. Class size is limited. Best of all, there is no cost to attend. The spring session will run from February 3 to April 28, 2026.
“Classes provide an in-depth view into numerous areas of law enforcement, and are intended to enhance understanding, communication, and partnerships between citizens and the Lee County Sheriff’s Office.
“Highlights include presentations from the following Units: SWAT, Aviation, Major Crimes, Corrections, Public Information and Economic Crimes. Demonstrations include Active Shooter, K9, and the Bomb Squad. Participants also receive gun safety training at the Lee County Gun Range.”
To participate, you must be at least 18 years of age, a resident of Lee County, and have no felony convictions. An application can be obtained by going to the Citizens Academy web site, or by clicking here: https://www.sheriffleefl.org/citizens-academy-application/. The application can be filled out and submitted electronically, or by mailing it to the address on the application.
You should send in an application sooner rather than later, as this class is quickly filling. Questions should be directed to Citizens Academy Coordinator Tony Schall at 239-258-3215 or [email protected].
