national criminal justice training center | fox valley technical college | winter 2015
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Court Safety & SecurityConference
Mitigating Risk Factors
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On the Cover
Tribal Youth Police Academy (TYPA) Students
receive hands-on instruction from EMS personnel
on the capabilities of the Theda Star Air Medical
Helicopter. Instruction was provided as part of their
one-week interactive police academy training.
NCJTC Focuses onVictim Service Providers
Strengthening Interagency Relationships
page 1
Our Nation’s Hidden VictimsRaising Awareness about Missing
and Unidentified Persons
page 2
Innocent VictimTraining Series
Utilizing a Multidisciplinary Approach
pages 3-4
Court Safety & SecurityConference
Mitigating Risk Factors
page 4
Tribal Youth Police AcademyShaping Today’s Native Youth
page 5-6
NCJTC FOCUSES ON
VICTIM SERVICE PROVIDERS
SAVE THE DATES!August 19-21, 2015 | Location TBD
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In August of this year, crime victim services profession-
als came together in Oconomowoc, Wisconsin for the
Wisconsin Serving Victims of Crime Conference (WSVOC). This
three-day event aimed at providing information and
examples of positive victim assistance programs as
well as resources for multi-disciplinary approaches to
serving victims of crime. Attendees chose from a wide
variety of workshops conducted by knowledgeable
experts addressing today’s most critical topics and
issues facing service providers and victims of crime.
Sixteen workshops and six plenary sessions focused on
discussing some of the most troubling topics facing
communities today.
Subject matter experts provided a variety of presenta-
tions that were intended to enhance the strengths of
service providers and administrators. Topics included
the impact of heroin addiction on families and
communities, breaking the chains of abuse, identifying
sexually abused children through their art, technology
trends in the realm of child exploitation, and a law
enforcement perspective on surviving abuse. Other
workshops dealt more with empowering victims,
serving the underrepresented and lessons learned
from crime victims that have stood the test of time.
Along with numerous workshops, WSVOC also
provided an environment conducive to networking,
helping professionals better strengthen interagen-
cy relationships and building important connec-
tions that will help them better serve victims of
crime. The training and the networking component
are what make this a very powerful conference.
WSVOC was developed and implemented in 2010
using a multi-disciplinary approach to best service
those who have been victimized by crime. It has
been the continuous vision of the planning
committee members that by attending this confer-
ence, participants would be able to build upon their
services and systems to best fit the needs of their
communities. This year, as it has every year, the
committee succeeded in fostering an environment
that encouraged both education
and networking.
In 2011 Fox Valley Technical
College received funding from the
Office for Victims of Crime’s (OVC)
to develop, pilot and sustain a
Wisconsin State Victim Assistance
Academy (WIVAA). Through dedica-
tion from an advisory committee
and partnership with the Wiscon-
sin Department of Justice, Office
of Crime Victim
Services, the academy
was successfully implemented in
2013 and again in 2014.
The WIVAA is a foundation-level
educational opportunity. WIVAA is
a week-long intensive course of
study designed to improve the
quality and consistency of victim
services in Wisconsin. The acade-
my students consist of victim
service providers and criminal
justice professionals who work
with victims of crime. Through
education, WIVAA builds the
capacity of providers to serve
those victimized by crime, encour-
ages cutting-edge thinking about
the ways we can help victims
regain control of their lives, and
focuses on victim-centered multi
disciplinary collaboration.
WSVOC Planning Committee & Sponsors
• End Domestic Abuse WI: Wisconsin Coalition Against Domestic Violence
• Federal Bureau of Investigation
• National Criminal Justice Training Center of Fox Valley Technical College
• United States Department of Justice, United States Attorneys’ Offices,
Eastern District of Wisconsin & Western District of Wisconsin
• Wisconsin Department of Corrections, Office of Victim Services & Programs
• Wisconsin Department of Justice, Office of Crime Victim Services
» “I always like this conference, especially the mix of breakout
sessions and larger groups."
» "This was the best conference that I have ever attended!”
» "Topics related perfectly to my job, I could have listened for hours!”
» “I gained so many resources that will help me with my job.”
Photo on left displays the 2013
pilot WIVAA graduating class
and faculty members.
SAVE THE DATES!September 14-18, 2015 | Appleton, WI
www.ncjtc.org/wivaa
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Our Nation’s Hidden VictimsNational Conference on Responding to Missing and Unidentified Persons
On September 23–25, 2014, the 8th Annual
National Conference on Responding to Missing
and Unidentified Persons was held in Atlanta,
Georgia, hosted by the National Criminal Justice
Training Center (NCJTC) of Fox Valley Technical
College (FVTC). The conference, entitled Our
Nation’s Hidden Victims, focused on increasing
awareness and understanding related to missing
person’s populations that are often hidden or
forgotten: adults and children with physical and
developmental disabilities, veterans and active
military, as well as tribal and minority populations.
Attorney General Sam Olens for the State of
Georgia, Director Vernon Keenan of the Georgia
Bureau of Investigation (GBI) and Major General
James Butterworth of the Georgia National Guard
opened the plenary session, which included a
panel of experts who discussed the importance
of developing collaborative responses to serve all
missing persons populations and providing
ongoing support to their families. Throughout the
conference, attendees heard from many national-
ly recognized subject matter experts and repre-
sentatives on the risk factors and current issues
impacting special population groups.
Dorothy Edwards, PhD., Executive Director of
Green Dot et cetera, Inc., spoke passionately
about how to engage and motivate the commu-
nity and those with vested interest to better
identify at-risk populations, increase prevention
efforts, and more effectively support and assist
victims. Dr. Edwards’ presentation was described
as “amazing”, “inspiring”, “informative”, “motivation-
al”, and “captivating”. Participants stated that her
energy and excitement were infectious, and that
she was masterful at motivating participants to
take steps that can amount to “something big and
life altering for our community” in protecting
hidden victims.
On the topic of missing college aged
students, Jim Walters, FVTC Program
Administrator, provided an in-depth
examination of the facts and challenges
associated with missing students. Based
on his extensive law enforcement and
military background, and his career as
Assistant Chief of Police and Director of
the Public Safety Training Center at
Southern Methodist University, he
brought his first-hand knowledge to the
presentation. One participant stated,
“Jim had a unique view of this issue
because he had been part of imple-
menting change at the ‘boots on the
ground’ level”. His insights and knowl-
edge provided for an energetic, “power-
ful” presentation.
Deborah McMahon, retired Special
Agent of the U.S. Army Criminal Investi-
gation Division and a Crisis Instructor
with Crisis Systems Management, LLC,
spoke about the critical needs of the
military and veterans, and how they are
often forgotten as hidden victims. She
spoke from a very personal and profes-
sional perspective, having experienced
the loss of a sibling as a result of PTSD
and his subsequent disappearance.
Participants consistently stated that she
provided critical information to equip
participants to return to their communi-
ties prepared to help veterans and active
duty members and the ability to
“communicate effectively with veterans
in crisis”.
The goal of the conference was to
increase participation and involvement
from the field and to broaden the defini-
tion of missing persons so as to keep
these hidden victims from further
victimization. To further this goal, the
conference allowed attendees to partici-
pate in facilitated strategic planning
sessions to identify resource needs and
develop action steps for returning home
and serving their communities. Attend-
ees also received a comprehensive list of
recommended organizations and publi-
cations for additional information
regarding special population groups
with an increased risk of going missing
or becoming victimized.
Opening and welcoming remarks by Sam Olens,
Attorney General, State of Georgia.
NCJTC acknowledges the agencies and individu-
als who contributed to the success of the
conference; The Georgia Bureau of Investigation
(GBI), WBKEARNEY & Associates, and the
speakers and presenters. NCJTC would like to
extend a special thanks to the Virginia Veterans
of Foreign Wars (VFW) Post 1503 for their
generous contribution in providing full scholar-
ships for conference participants from their
community. In addition to those listed, many
other organizations supported the delivery of
workshops and sessions and drew increased
focus on our “hidden victims,” including:
All About Developmental Disabilities; Associa-
tion of Government Accountants; Collier County
Sheriff's Office (FL); Crisis Systems Manage-
ment; Equipping Quality Youth Professionals; FL
Department of Law Enforcement; GA
Alzheimer's Association; GA National Alliance on
Mental Illness; GA Veterans Hospital Police
Department; Green Dot et cetera, Inc.; Help Find
Brian Sullivan; Interfaith Children's Movement;
Madison Police Department (WI); National
Alzheimer’s Association; National Missing &
Unidentified Persons System; National Safe
Place Network; TN Society of Certified Public
Accountants; Tomb Geophysics LLC; The Center
for Missing & Abducted Children's Organiza-
tions; Unified Solutions Tribal Community
Development Group; and Walden University.
SAVE THE DATES!
September 15-17, 2015 | Atlanta, GA
www.ncjtc.org/mupc
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Instructor Developmentwww.fvtc.edu/mytraining | www.wilenet.org*Provides an overview of the “essentials of training” and teaches participants how to create a performance-based instructional environment that maximizes student learning through scenario-based training.
Cost $250 per participant.
01-12-15 01-15-15 M Tu W Th 8:00 am – 4:30 pm Appleton, WI (PS Training Center) 30002 32
TASER (X-26) End User Certifi cationwww.fvtc.edu/mytraining | www.wilenet.org*Participants will learn techniques for proper deployment and receive end user certifi cation in the use of the TASER (X-26) less-lethal weapon. This course provides instruction on the science and mechanics of the TASER (X-26), as well as how to eff ectively use this tool in the fi eld.
Cost $100 per participant.
01-14-15 01-15-15 W Th 5:00 pm – 9:00 pm Appleton, WI (PS Training Center) 34554 8
Unexplained Child Death Investigationswww.ncjtc.org/ucd Part of the Innocent Victims Training Series!
Flawed or incomplete child death investigations compound these tragic events for parents, care providers and the community. This course is uniquely designed by child death and child protection investigators, medical examiners and prosecutors to improve professional competencies and capabilities. The course focuses on applying a scientifi c approach and using professional collaboration to eff ectively investigate a child fatality. Participants will receive instruction on the science of death causation, evidence identifi cation, and interview and interrogation skills specifi c to child death investigations.
Cost $325 per participant.
01-21-15 01-22-15 W Th 8:00 am – 5:00 pm Appleton, WI (Main Campus) 33453 16
Child Homicide Investigationswww.ncjtc.org/chi Part of the Innocent Victims Training Series!
This 2-day training event is designed by a multidisciplinary team of instructors with a focus on understanding and building relationships between the forensic pathologist, homicide investigator, and the prosecutor in order to eff ectively investigate and successfully prosecute child homicide cases. Participants will learn autopsy protocols, forensic essentials, and interview and interrogation skills. These are all designed to enhance development of a suspect pool, aspects of cause and manner of death uniquely critical to child homicide investigations, and the prosecutor’s vital role in gaining appropriate convictions.
Cost $325 per participant.
01-24-15 01-25-15 Sa Su 8:00 am – 5:00 pm San Diego, CA 30608 16
02-11-15 02-12-15 W Th 8:00 am – 5:00 pm Appleton, WI (Main Campus) 31204 16
Field Training Offi cer (FTO) Instruction & Certifi cationwww.fvtc.edu/mytraining | www.wilenet.org*This program is specifi cally designed to prepare experienced uniformed patrol personnel to serve as fi eld training offi cers for probationary employees. This training emphasizes the FTO’s role in assisting probationers to certify for patrol operations by applying the knowledge and skills acquired during basic police certifi cation in accordance with department policy, procedures and service delivery standards.
Cost $415 per participant.
01-26-15 01-30-15 M Tu W Th F 8:00 am – 5:00 pm Appleton, WI (PS Training Center) 34611 40
* To register or to learn more about this training, visit www.fvtc.edu/mytraining and search by the class number(s) provided. Wisconsin law enforcement members may obtain additional information at www.wilenet.org.
Court Safety & Security Conference
PAST PARTICIPANT COMMENTS
CONFERENCE FEE LOCATION
March 3-5, 2015 | Appleton, WIwww.ncjtc.org/css
COURT SAFETY & SECURITY
A safe courthouse is essential to the administration of justice because it serves as the center of many government, legal, and community activities. However, it can be vulnerable to threats of violence for all who use the courthouse facilities. The Court Safety and Security (CSS) Conference is designed to provide law enforcement and court personnel with effective strategies and best practices to enhance courthouse security and prevent violence. Additionally, the conference will provide tools and resources for a collaborative approach to court security.
The 2015 CSS Conference will focus on tools and resources for court security planning committees, victim/ witness safety considerations, behaviors associated with mental health disorders, workplace violence, community and media collaboration, and security recommendations from security practitioners. The conference also includes case studies from the Tulsa, Oklahoma shooting as well as the Cedarville Rancheria Tribal Headquarters shooting.
The fee to attend is $225 per participant. The fee includes 14 hours of training and instructional costs. Participants are responsible for costs and arrange-ments related to meals, travel, and lodging.
Radisson Paper Valley Hotel333 W. College AvenueAppleton, WI 54911(800) 967-9033 | radisson.com/appletonwi
This conference is coordinated in partnership with:
Badger State Sheriff’s Association Dane County Sheriff’s Office
Director of State Courts First Judicial District of Wisconsin
Fox Valley Technical College U.S. Marshals Service, Eastern District of Wisconsin
Washburn County Sheriff’s Office Wisconsin Sheriffs and Deputy Sheriffs Association
“This is my second
security conference and
I plan on attending
again. I will urge other
judges to attend.”
“Great conference and I
will be back next year
with more courthouse
staff. Keep up the good
work. Thank you!”
“This conference exceeded
my expectations. I will
attend S again; good
variety that pertains to
clerks of court and law
enforcement.”
“This training was so good that it
made me realize really how bad
our court security is. I gained a lot
of good ideas about where and
how to get information to
improve security before an
incident occurs.”
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Child Abuse Investigationswww.ncjtc.org/cai Part of the Innocent Victims Training Series!
This course is instructed by a multidisciplinary team that focuses on all aspects of investigating child abuse. The training is designed to provide up-to-date infor-mation on the medical diagnosis of child abuse and neglect; the importance of a team approach in investigating child abuse and neglect; the best practices in conducting forensic interviews with children; the most eff ective interrogation techniques; how to best seek out corroborative evidence; managing multiple victim cases; and the current legal issues in successfully prosecuting child abuse and neglect.
Cost $395 per participant.
02-17-2015 02-20-15 Tu W Th F 8:00 am – 4:30 pm Knoxville, TN 33838 28
Jail Recruit AcademyThis academy is specifi cally designed for offi cers who are employed by a Correctional department. Participant will be instructed on state law and administrative code governing county jail operations, the basic constitutional rights of prisoners as established by Federal Courts, and basic guidelines regarding eff ective correc-tional practices and procedures in many areas of jail operations.
Cost $685 per participant. To register for this academy, email [email protected].
03-02-15 03-27-15 M Tu W Th F Varies Appleton, WI (PS Training Center) 30002 160
EVOC Instructorwww.fvtc.edu/mytraining | www.wilenet.org*This course is designed to provide the law enforcement trainers with the knowledge and skills necessary to design, develop, and teach how to eff ectively operate emergency vehicles during stressful and demanding driving situations encountered in the performance of law enforcement duties. This course follows Wisconsin Department of Justice, Training and Standards Emergency Vehicle Operation guidelines, objectives and competencies for instructor certifi cation.
Cost $350 per participant.
03-16-15 03-20-15 M Tu W Th F 8:00 am – 4:30 pm Appleton, WI (PS Training Center) 34566 40
* To register or to learn more about this training, visit www.fvtc.edu/mytraining and search by the class number(s) provided. Wisconsin law enforcement members may obtain additional information at www.wilenet.org.
tribal youth police On August 11−16, 2014,
Native American and
Alaska Native students
between the ages of 14
and 17 had a unique
opportunity to learn about
law enforcement and other
criminal justice career paths at
t h e Tribal Youth Police Academy
(TYPA) in Appleton, WI. The academy
consisted of 41 students from 33 federally
recognized tribes from 13 different states.
The staff provided students with valuable
learning experiences by sharing their
professional knowledge and personal life
experiences.
Students participated in lectures and discus-
sions on diverse topics including specialized
SWAT equipment, police K9, the role of
community resource officers, forensics, fire
investigations, restorative justice and peace-
making, and tribal law. The academy also
provided training in police tactics which
allowed students to learn basic room
clearing techniques, tactical team move-
ment, defensive tactics, and use of force
options. Through the use of a scenario
simulator, students were presented with
various use of force situations which
required them to react appropriately. The
academy culminated with the students
utilizing the skills they learned in a mock
police scenario where they assumed the
roles of officers. After witnessing a simulated
robbery and car theft, the students conduct-
ed a search warrant and located the suspect
in possession of evidence of the crime. After
a short debriefing, each group elected a one
team member to testify in front of a judge
while being questioned by a prosecutor.
This scenario allowed the students to
experience a crime from commission to
conviction.
Along with the law enforcement and crimi-
nal justice training, the academy also
focused on the importance of developing
positive community leaders and leadership
skills. Students learned about themselves
through lectures designed to help them
understand their own temperament and
communication styles and then effectively
use that understanding to positively interact
with others. Each night, students came
together for a time of reflection in the form
of a talking circle that allowed them to
discuss their culture and heritage, as well as
their own difficult life experiences. Students
were able to showcase their leadership skills
during daily squad formation, marching,
and team building activities.
TYPA was hosted by the National Criminal
Justice Training Center (NCJTC) of Fox Valley
Technical College (FVTC) and funded
through the Office of Community Oriented
A. Students stand at attention while receiving instructions on how to
conduct a traffic stop.
B. An officer demonstrates specialized equipment used by SWAT personnel.
C. Students being introduced to a K9 officer and his partner.
D. A student being debriefed after conducting a traffic stop.
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The project was supported by Cooperative
Agreement Number 2013-HE-WX-K003
awarded by the Office of Community
Oriented Policing Services, U.S. Department
of Justice. The opinions contained herein are those of the authors
and do not necessarily represent the official position or policies of the
U.S. Department of Justice. References to specific companies,
products, or services should not be considered an endorsement by
the authors or the U.S. Department of Justice. Rather, the references
are illustrations to supplement discussion of the issues.
academyPolicing Services, U.S. Department of Justice. The
instructional staff consisted of criminal justice profes-
sionals from the Las Vegas Metro Police Department,
Kalispel Fire Department, Lac Du Flambeau Tribal
Court, Tohono O’odham Police Department, Menomi-
nee Tribal Police Department, Zuni Tribal Court, Zuni
Tribal Police Department, and Lummi Nation Police
Department. TYPA proved to be a great success as
evidenced by the many positive evaluations and
testimonials that were received.
A full publication detailing the 2014 Tribal Youth Police
Academy is in development to be released in 2015.
E. Students and instructors participating in a team-building exercise.
F. Students learning how to protect themselves in defensive tactics training.
G. Class photo of students and crew of the Theda Star Air Medical helicopter.
H. Class photo of students after completing a 6-hour team-building course.
I. Students in formation learning structure and discipline in a team atmosphere.
Comments shared by TYPA students
Prideparticipant
"I know this may have been only a week long police academy but it's one of the
best experiences I've had! It was the best learning new tactics and skills from
Officer Julian Garcia and Steven Skenandore! TYPA challenged me not only
physically but mentally as well! I have to say I will miss all the people I met
but I will never forget you all! I am glad to say I completed TYPA and now I
am ready to move on with my future with a lot of new skills!"
"TYPA exceeded my expectations and became an experience I will always
remember and will help me continue my path towards a career in law enforce-
ment."
"TYPA has been the best experience in my entire life. I gained family here,
and I wish I could come back and experience it again."
"This was awesome, because I know now how to help keep my community safe
and alcohol/drug free."
"TYPA delivered the experience of what its like to be a cop or work in the
criminal justice field very well."
"It has shown me other criminal justice careers and other things I didn’t know
or think about."
"It was very interactive, and the instructors really talked to us on a
personal level, which helped a lot!"
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