P.A.T.C.H. Summer Camp

P.A.T.C.H. Summer Camp is for ages 12 to 16. It includes an orientation on Friday, June 19, from 3:00pm to 4:00pm, and the camp runs Monday, June 22, through Friday, June 26, from 8:00am to 3:30pm. Lunch is provided for each camper, and transportation to and from the police department is the family’s responsibility.

Programs

• P.A.T.C.H. Camp — 12 to 16 years old · Orientation on Friday, June 19th, 3:00pm to 4:00pm; camp runs Monday, June 22nd to Friday, June 26th, 8:00am to 3:30pm

At a glance

• Ages: 12–16 years old

About the provider

The program’s goal is to provide young adults exposure to their local police department and the role it plays in the community, and to foster and enhance Pride, Accountability, Teamwork, Courage, and Honor to youth interested in law enforcement. Applications must be completed and returned to the Harrisonburg Police Department lobby no later than May 29th, 2026. Residents of the City of Harrisonburg receive priority, and applicants from other jurisdictions are considered. Applicants must be enrolled in a public or private school, maintain a C grade point average, provide their latest report card, and be of good ethical and moral character in school and in the community.

Residents of the City of Harrisonburg will be given priority. Applicants from other jurisdictions will be considered. Applicants must be enrolled in a public or private school and maintain a 'C' grade point average. Applicants need to provide their latest report card to verify. Applicants must be of good ethical and moral character in school and in the community. The Community Resource Unit will review all applications for acceptability in this selective screening process.

Last updated October 28, 2026.