Emergency Services Academy concludes with mock trial and cadet graduation
The third annual Emergency Services Academy wrapped Friday with a mock trial, cadet recognition and graduation at the Upper Providence Township Administration Building.
The third annual Emergency Services Academy concluded on Day 5 with a full mock trial and a cadet graduation ceremony after a week of hands-on training in firefighting, police work and EMS. The mock trial, “Bikini Bottom vs. Sheldon J. Plankton,” was presided over by Magisterial District Judge Richard Welsh (38-1-19); the Montgomery County District Attorney’s Office returned for the finale, and PA Senator Katie Muth offered remarks. Twenty participants were recognized as graduates during the ceremony at the Upper Providence Township Administration Building, with thanks to partners UPT Parks & Rec, UPT Police Department and Friendship Ambulance.