SHERIFF BACA AWARDS DIPLOMAS
TO
EXPLORER CLASS #71
| Graduation ceremonies were held on Saturday, January 10, 2004, at the
Bovard Auditorium, University of Southern California, in Los Angeles for
Explorer Class #71. In awarding diplomas to the 142 young men and women,
Sheriff Lee Baca stated, “I am extremely proud of these young men
and women for displaying the dedication it takes to complete this training
program. The many hours of volunteer work these Explorers provide will
benefit and strengthen the relationship between the agencies and the communities
they serve.” Along with graduates from the Sheriff’s Department, Explorers from the following law enforcement agencies also received certificates: Bell Gardens Police Department, Huntington Park Police Department, Los Angeles County Office of Public Safety Police, Los Angeles School Police Department, City of Norwalk Department of Public Safety, Pasadena Police Department, San Fernando Police Department, and University of Southern California Department of Public Safety. This Explorer class was comprised of recruits who attended the North Academy in La Crescenta, the South Academy in Whittier, and the Antelope Valley Academy in Palmdale. Three members of the class were named as Honor Recruits: Steven Round, Walter Lee Campbell, and Louis Spindola. Each honor recruit received a plaque from the Boy Scouts of America, a scroll from Sheriff Baca, and a check for $100. Two of the checks were donated by KTLA Television and the third was donated by the Antelope Valley Sheriff’s Boosters Club. Director Michael J. Aguilar delivered an inspirational keynote address. He is currently the Federal Security Director for the San Diego International Airport and a Retired United States Marine Corps Brigadier General. The Law Enforcement Explorer Program is open to all young men and women between the ages of 15 and 21. Interested individuals may contact their local police department or nearest Sheriff’s Station for further information. |
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January 12, 2004
Photos available upon request.