Week 8: SWAT, Mounted Unit & Financial Literacy
Week 8 at the Cadet Leadership Academy was another exciting and educational day for our recruits. Recruits had the opportunity to hear from officers assigned to specialized LAPD Units, including…
Week 7: Discipline,Innovation, and Leadership
Week 7 brought another well-rounded day of growth, discipline and real-world exposure for our recruits. The morning kicked off with physical training, where recruits continued to push their limits and…
Week 6: Growth, Discipline and Preparation for the Future
This week, recruits were issued their Class A uniforms-a proud milestone that represents their progress and commitment. These are the uniforms the will wear on graduation day, serving as a…
Week 5: Sharpening Minds, Strengthening Bodies
Week 5 of the Cadet Leadership Academy was all about awareness, discipline, and continued growth. Recruits took part in an impactful presentation focused on fentanyl and other dangeroud substances, gaining…
Week 4: Building knowledge, Character, & Strength
This week at the Cadet Leadership Academy it was all about growth, both in the classroom and on out on the PT field. Cadets began the day with Quiz#1, putting…
Week 6 at the Cadet Leadership Academy
Week 6 brought an exciting lineup of activities for our recruits. The day began with a special presentation from LAPD SWAT, where recruits learned about the elite unit’s operations and…
Week 3: Learning From The Experts
Week 3 of the Cadet Academy gave recruits another exciting and educational day filled with valuable presentations and physical training. Throughout the day, recruits had the opportunity to learn from…
Week 2: Building Foundations at The Cadet Academy
Week 2 of the Cadet Academy marked another important step in the development of our recruits. This week, recruits were introduced to the 6 Decisions curriculum, focusing on character, accountability,…
Week 1: Cadet Leadership Academy Class 03-2026
The Cadet Leadership Academy officially welcomed Class 03-2026 on March 7, 2026. Recruits began the day with an orientation session where academy instructors reviewed the expectations, guidelines and standards that…
Week 12: The Final Day at the Cadet Academy
Week 12 marked a milestone moments—the very last day our recruits would step foot at ARTC as recruits. Their next arrival will be as LAPD Cadets, ready to take the…