Arizona Department of Public Safety is hosting a STEM Training and Application in Real World Public Safety (S.T.A.R.) program for high school students ages 16-18. The program combines science, technology, engineering, and mathematics with public safety careers through hands-on activities and demonstrations. Activities may include biometrics, K-9 units, SWAT operations, crime scene reconstruction, drone use, hazmat operations, and more.

The Tucson session will take place from June 2 through 4, 2025, from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., while the Phoenix session will be held from June 16 through 19, 2025, with the same hours. There are no fees to attend.

Students interested in attending are encouraged to contact Veronica Valenzuela at Vvalenzuela@azdps.gov for additional information.

Source: Arizona DPS

Source Type: Police

Source Location:

Tucson, AZ

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