JOIN THE FAMILY!
REQUIREMENTS
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Must be at least 14 years of age and in 9th grade or above to join
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Unfortunately, 12th graders are not allowed to join due to our extended waitlist.
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Cadets are required to maintain a 2.5 GPA or higher to remain active in the program
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Cadets are required to attend 2 meetings per month that occur on Wednesday nights
APPLICATION
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Complete the application below thoroughly and make sure to fill every box
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Incorrect applications will need to be filled out again through the website
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Once the application is complete you will be placed on a waiting list and will be contacted when a class is scheduled
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A mandatory orientation will be held for those selected for the next class and will be held a month prior to starting
RECRUIT ACADEMY
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Cadets will attend a mandatory recruit academy that runs every Wednesday for 6 weeks straight at 5:30 - 8:30 PM
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Failure to attend the recruit academy will bump the Cadet to the next class or lead to their termination
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Cadets will learn the history of PBCFR, basic fire and EMS skills, and fire department culture and etiquette
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Cadets will be physically active and be tested on their knowledge and skills throughout the academy
ONCE YOU'VE MADE IT
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Once the Cadet has completed the recruit academy they will be assigned a Battalion, Company, and Captian
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We have 2 Battalions that alternate Wednesdays and Cadets will meet on their respective Battalion nights
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Cadets will be assigned their own personal set of Bunker Gear to take home to be responsible for and train with
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Cadets will then be part of the Cadet Family and join in on all of our fun activities, trainings, and trips
