Education
Community education efforts are directed at preventing crime and unsafe activities before they start. A community education officer works with residents and businesses while two school resource officers maintain a presence at every school in unincorporated Washington Township.
Sheriff's deputies help prevent and address crime through high levels of community involvement and teamwork. In neighborhoods and parks, the most visible sign is police officers on bicycles. Neighborhood Watch and Business Watch programs are other effective tools.
School Resource Officers
Washington Township has three dedicated school resource officers and every public and private school has a SRO available. Younger children receive in-school training about pedestrian safety, seatbelts, stranger awareness and Beggars Night safety. Older students receive information on topics such as good citizenship, substance abuse prevention, mediation skills and violence in society. For more information about our School Resource Officers and the type of education they provide to students, please contact Deputy Brandon Baker or Deputy Grafton Bowersox at 937-433-0152.
Identity Theft Education
The township and sheriff's office have taken a proactive approach to identity theft. Residents can dispose of sensitive documents and learn about identity theft. at Super Saturday events.
Speakers
Education is the first step toward preventing crime. Officers are available to speak to community, church or business group on these and other topics:
To learn more about community education opportunities and to schedule a speaker, contact Deputy Bill Jones, community oriented policing officer, at 937-432-2771.
Cybersafety
The Internet has opened up a world of information for anyone with a computer and a connection. Find information on how to prepare and protect your child.
Drug Abuse Prevention
Parents can find information about teens and drug abuse prevention. Information at these websites: