Sheriff's office accepting applications for spring community academy

Free four-week program offers behind-the-scenes look at jail operations, courthouse

Sheriff's office accepting applications for spring community academy
Sergeant Bryant escorts Sheriff’s Community Academy participants on a tour of the Alexandria courthouse in 2025. (Alexandria Sheriff’s Office)

The Alexandria Sheriff’s Office is inviting residents and workers to sign up for its spring community academy, a free program offering an insider’s view of local law enforcement operations.

Sheriff Sean Casey announced Monday that applications are now open for the session, which runs four consecutive Saturdays from March 7 to March 28. Classes meet from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.

The program combines classroom presentations with hands-on activities and tours of the Adult Detention Center and the Alexandria Courthouse. Topics include jail operations, inmate services and programs, judicial operations, and public safety services.

Space is limited, and the application deadline is Feb. 27.

Those interested can apply at alexandriava.gov/academies. For questions, contact Lt. Victor Ignacio at victor.ignacio@alexandriava.gov or 703-746-5013.

Residents requiring disability accommodations may contact alexandriasheriff@alexandriava.gov or call 703-746-4114.