According to KTNV, the Henderson Police Department held a graduation ceremony for Academy Class 14, marking the largest graduating class in the department’s history. The 44 new officers completed a 27‑week training program and are now moving into the next phase of on‑the‑job training before serving independently throughout Henderson.
The ceremony highlighted the wide range of professional and personal experiences among the graduates. One speaker noted, “We came from all walks of life: cadets, explorers, veterans, previous law enforcement, classification technicians, security officers, EMTs, bartenders, and so on.” More than a dozen of the new officers also have deep roots in Henderson, giving them a personal connection to the neighborhoods they will protect.
Class 14 is also one of the most diverse in department history. Recruits represent five other countries and speak seven different languages, including Spanish, Arabic and Russian. City Manager Stephanie Garcia said those language skills will allow officers to communicate directly with residents, especially in difficult or stressful situations, without relying on tools like Google Translate.
Department leaders reminded the graduates that completing the academy is only the beginning of their law‑enforcement careers. They encouraged the new officers to continue learning while working to earn and maintain the public’s trust. One speaker urged, “Let’s go into our community and represent our department and our academy class with humility and integrity. Let’s treat people with respect and dignity.”
With 44 additional officers joining the force, Henderson residents can expect increased police presence and more culturally responsive service. The department will continue to integrate the new officers into patrols and community‑outreach programs in the coming weeks.
