Learning Center
The Learning Center's goal is to connect law enforcement and youth by providing engaging programs that challenge and empower students of all ages. STEM-based programs will enhance learning and allow students to discover the many varied career opportunities within public safety, forensics, and criminal justice.
Online registration will open approximately 30 days prior to each class session.
Junior Trooper Program: A Day in the life of a Trooper on Patrol!
Saturday November 23, 2019, 9:30am-11:30am for ages 6-9
Come meet a member of the Massachusetts State Police to learn about all of the different duties a trooper performs during the day. Learn about the specialized equipment they use. Then, create a magnet powered car to test your driving skills on tracks you build! Each participant will receive an official State Police Junior Trooper campaign hat and badge sticker to recognize their achievement! This program is designed for children ages 6-9 and is limited to 15 participants. There is a $10 cost for materials and supplies. Pre-registration and non-refundable payment must be made in advance to reserve a spot in this class due to high demand.
CSI Episode 2: Hairs and Fibers
Saturday December 14, 2019, 9:30am-11:30am for ages 10-14
It's not just a TV show - It's Science! Learn about techniques for collecting evidence at a crime scene. How are hair and fiber evidence collected and processed? Why is this type of evidence so important? Learn the answers to these questions and then
try some hands on activities in collecting and processing hairs and fibers. Each participant will receive an official State Police Crime Lab pin to recognize their achievement! This program is designed for children ages 10-14 and is limited to 15 participants. There is a $10 cost for materials and supplies. Pre-registration and non-refundable payment must be made in advance to reserve a spot in this class due to high demand.
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CSI Episode 3: Ballistics
Saturday January 11, 2020, 9:30am-11:30am for ages 10-14
It's not just a TV show - It's Science! Come learn the science behind Ballistics evidence from crime collection to processing. Learn the techniques used to compare and match ballistics evidence to firearms. Then, using comparison microscopes, match evidence samples. Participants will NOT be handling firearms. Each participant will receive an official State Police Crime Lab pin to recognize their achievement! This program is designed for children ages 10-14 and is limited to 15 participants. There is a $10 cost for materials and supplies. Pre-registration and non-refundable payment must be made in advance to reserve a spot in this class due to high demand.
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For more information, contact Jen Whitman, MSPMLC Curriculum Director,
at (508) 839-0001, or learningcenter@mspmlc.org.
Click here for our current
STEM PROGRAM
brochure!