I am sure all of you are aware that Jon got a job at the Department of Corrections in Draper. He started Police Academy on May 31st and he just graduated on September 15th. This graduation was much shorter and much more exciting than his graduation from BYU. The academy included many classes on laws, drugs, defensive tactics, guns, how to handle inmates, and many other classes.
This is where I get to brag about my amazing husband. Before he started academy he decided that he was going to be dedicated and be in the top of his class. He was extremely dedicated in working out, practicing his defensive tactics, and studying for his written tests. He would even encourage his carpool and other cadets to stay after to workout or practice their defensive tactics. He even helped a few cadets pass their tests. All of his hard work did not go unnoticed. There were about 10 awards and Jon received 3 of them!!! Out of a class of 45 he was in the top 10%. He also received the top Defensive Tactics award, and the Best All Around Cadet award ... meaning he had the best defensive tactics and written test scores combined. Oh, and let's not forget the fact that all of our cheering (especially Janelle) was noticed by the Academy Commissioner. What a great start to his career!
I am so proud of his hard work and dedication. Since graduation he has been training in Max Security. He is learning a lot and really enjoying his job. Thank you to everyone that came and thank you to everyone that has helped us get through academy.
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| Receiving his certificate of completion |
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| Showing off his hard earned awards ... he is so handsome |
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| I'm so proud!!! |
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| Everyone that came -- THANK YOU |
