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Upcoming 2011 Deadlines
February 28: Deadline to apply for C.O.P.S. scholarships for the college summer semester. Online application is available.
March 25: Deadline for past-year survivors to register for National Police Week.
April 1: Deadline for 2010 survivors to register for National Police Week. |
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Still Time to Register for the Remaining 2011 "Traumas of Law Enforcement" Trainings
While the January "Traumas of Law Enforcement" trainings have been held, there are still 3 trainings to be held in February and March. Below are the dates and locations for the remaining C.O.P.S. "Traumas of Law Enforcement" trainings. There is no cost to attend the trainings; however, registration is mandatory. For additional details on the trainings and online registration visit www.nationalcops.org/tle.htm.
February 28-March 2, 2011
Bartlett (Memphis), Tennessee
Registration Deadline: February 16, 2011
March 14-16, 2011
Fairfax, Virginia
Registration Deadline: February 28, 2011
March 28-30, 2011
Madison, Wisconsin
Registration Deadline: February 28, 2011
A grant to C.O.P.S. from the Bureau of Justice Assistance, Office of Justice Programs, U.S. Department of Justice will fund the "Traumas of Law Enforcement" trainings in 2011. C.O.P.S. would like to thank BJA for its support of the trainings which are now in their 16th year of existence. This highly-acclaimed training is often said to be "the best training I've had in my law enforcement career"!
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National Police Week 2011
National Police Week invitations were mailed in late January. Online registration is available at www.nationalcops.org/npw2011.htm. C.O.P.S. will welcome 2010 survivors, any past year survivors, the official Memorial Service Escort Officer, and the agency head to complete the registration for hotel rooms at official National Police Week hotels. All other officers should contact Eileen Haines with their hotel needs at 301-865-1631 or eileen@haineshotelservices.com.
Returning survivors will not be able to register for National Police Week or make hotel reservations through C.O.P.S. after March 25, 2011.
Washington, D.C. - Activities and Dates
Thursday, May 12: Early arrival day
Friday, May 13: Official arrival day, National Police Week Check-In, and Annual Candlelight Vigil at the National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial
Saturday, May 14: First day of National Police Survivors' Conference, C.O.P.S. Kids/Teens activities, and the Suzie Sawyer Circus
Sunday, May 15: The National Peace Officers' Memorial Service at the West Front of the United States Capitol
Monday, May 16: Second day of the National Police Survivors' Conference, C.O.P.S. Kids/Teens activities, and Hoedown at the Hilton
Tuesday, May 17: Official departure day
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Order Your Blue Ribbons!
 During National Police Week (May 15-21), C.O.P.S. encourages you to fly a blue ribbon from your car antenna to show support for America's fallen officers and those still working our dangerous streets. To request blue ribbons visit www.nationalcops.org/serv10.htm or fax your request to C.O.P.S. at 573-346-1414 with your mailing address and the number of blue ribbons you would like to receive. |
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National Police Week Volunteers Needed
Cathy Hill, Chairman of the Volunteer Committee, is looking for volunteers to work C.O.P.S. activities during National Police Week. Contact Cathy at (281)300-4131 or at cjh4133@ymail.com. |
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Suzie Sawyer Circus
Everyone is invited to celebrate her 27 years of service to C.O.P.S. at the "Suzie Sawyer Circus" on Saturday, May 14, at the Hilton Alexandria Hotel.
If you would like to volunteer for the Suzie Sawyer Circus, email Cathy Hill at cjh4133@ymail.com.
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National Police Week 2011 Sponsorship Opportunities
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Blue Alert Moving Ahead in the New Year!
The C.O.P.S. National Office has been contacted by numerous law enforcement survivors and members of the law enforcement community to see how they can help get the Blue Alert implemented in their state. The Blue Alert will provide the means to speed the apprehension of violent criminals who kill or seriously wound local, state, or federal law enforcement officers.
Recently the Colorado Fraternal Order of Police became aware of the Blue Alert campaign and the efforts being undertaken by C.O.P.S. and are introducing the Blue Alert into Colorado Legislation. Kelly Young, Colorado C.O.P.S. Chapter President, spoke at the testimony for the bill on February 3, 2011.
The National Office was also recently notified that our new Montana C.O.P.S. Chapter has been working hard on getting the Blue Alert passed. They have been working with Representative Steve Lanvin who sponsored the Blue Alert bill (HB 269). In January the House had 100 representatives vote for the bill during the first reading and they cheered after after the vote! An amazing coincidence is that the bill number is the same number as Montana Highway Trooper David DeLaittre's badge number, End of Watch 12/1/2010.
Kristina Benoit of Massachusetts has also been working diligently on getting the Blue Alert passed. She notified the National Office that the Blue Alert has been drafted and will soon have a public safety committee hearing; they are expecting a positive response. Kristina's father passed away 11/11/1983 as a retired Massachusetts State Police Officer. She keeps his memory alive by being active in the law enforcement community. C.O.P.S. members are making great strides with the Blue Alert. The National Office would like to see even more people get involved in a show of support for the brave men and women who protect our great nation. Help us ensure that those who do harm to our protectors are quickly captured, fully prosecuted, and appropriately punished. For more information on what you can do to help, contact Brooke McKay at brooke_mckay@nationalcops.org. |
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Testimonial
"Being around people who understand what my girls and I are going through is truly comforting. I have been asked by many why I am so involved with C.O.P.S., doesn't that make you sad and keep bringing up your loss? I tell them NO! It is quite the opposite; nothing can change what has happened or bring my girls' dad back, but the wonderful people and programs offered by C.O.P.S. has helped in our healing process. They have helped us realize that even without William we are entitled to be happy and to live the best possible life that we can."
Lisa Preslar, surviving spouse of Police Officer William Preslar with the Lakewood (NJ) Police Department, End of Watch May 14, 2007 |
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Concerns of Police Survivors
