D.A.R.E. Officer Training

Officer Information

Join the fight against drug abuse, bullying, and violence by becoming a certified D.A.R.E. officer. The 80-hour training program prepares law enforcement officers to educate students in schools across Mississippi. Apply today and make a difference in your community!

D.A.R.E. Officers go through a specialized two-week training where they are taught (and practice) public speaking, classroom management techniques, lesson planning, team building, and much more. The officers spend many hours working with trained staff and Educators on the latest brain research, brain-based learning, youth culture trends, drug information, learning styles, facilitation/effective questioning, and active listening. They also learn and practice the D.A.R.E. curriculum material.

D.A.R.E. is not just a “say no” program. D.A.R.E. focuses on many aspects, such as decision-making, consequences, risks, health effects, communication, positive friendships, peer pressure, dealing with stress, personal pressure, confidence, refusal techniques, effective listening, communication, and bullying. There are enhancement lessons that can be added for recognizing role models, meth, mental health, fentanyl, RX/OTC/Opioid, vaping, and online safety that are now available.

D.A.R.E. does not just target one grade! There is a curriculum for K-4th grades, 5/6th grades, 7/8th grades, and even a high school curriculum that is set to be released this year. There are also parent/community components.

Become a D.A.R.E Officer

Interested in becoming a D.A.R.E. Officer?

The requirements for becoming a D.A.R.E. Officer are:

  • Complete our Training Application Form
  • Full-time, state-certified law enforcement officer
  • Be in good standing in the community and the department
  • Complete the D.A.R.E. Officer Training application, which includes an agreement with the local school district
  • Complete background check and interview

Download application

A full application consisting of the following items MUST be returned by mail or fax to:

Lt. Sheri Hall
Lee Co. Sheriff's Dept.
P.O. Box 3863
Tupelo, MS 38803
Fax: 662-841-5079

  • Completed application
  • Copy of academy certification
  • Copy of a purchase order made payable to:
    MS DARE Training Center
    PO Box 3863
    Tupelo, MS 38803
    *Payment must be made before training date

Accepted Payment Methods: Check, money order, or cash

All spaces are reserved on a first-come, first-serve basis. Due to space limitations, please forward completed applications as soon as possible.

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