The Clarke County Sheriff's Office is pleased to announce the creation of the C.C.S.O. Law Enforcement Explorers Post 331. Our “Law Enforcement Explorer Post” is a co-ed program that gives high school students the opportunity to interact with many experts in this field. You’re sure to have a great time learning about your “future career”, and your participation will obviously look good on job resumes and college applications! Additionally, as a participant in the Exploring Program, you will have the opportunity to apply for scholarships at both the national and local levels. Meetings are held at the Jail Training Room. For directions call 706-613-3270 or go to our contact page for driving directions to the jail.

WHAT IS EXPLORING

Exploring is Learning for Life’s career education program for young men and women who are 14 (and have completed the eighth grade) or 15 to 20 years old. Adults are selected by the participating organization for involvement in the program. Color, race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, ethnic background, economic status, or citizenship is not criteria for participation.
Exploring’s purpose is to provide experiences to help young people mature and to prepare them to become responsible and caring adults. Explorers are ready to investigate the meaning of interdependence in their personal relationships and communities.
Exploring is based on a unique and dynamic relationship between youth and the organizations in their communities. Departments or agencies initiate an Explorer post by matching their people and program resources to the interests of young people in the community. The result is a program of activities that helps youth pursue their special interests, grow, and develop.

EXPLORING'S FIVE AREAS OF EMPHASIS

1.  Career Opportunities

• Developing potential contacts that may broaden employment options

• Boosting self-confidence and experiencing success at school and work

2. Leadership Experience

• Developing leadership skills to fulfill our responsibilities in society

• Providing exposure to different leadership traits

3. Character Education

• Helping make ethical choices

• Fulfilling one’s responsibility to society as a whole

4. Citizenship

• Encouraging the skill and desire to help others

• Gaining a keen respect for the basic rights of others

5. Life Skills

• Developing physical and mental fitness

• Experiencing positive social interaction

SCHOLARSHIP OPPORTUNITIES