School Resource Officer

In a rapidly growing and ever changing community, the role of police in the community has become increasingly important. Today, crime and violence in our schools is a major concern to educators and parents, as well as students. With the increasing population of schools today, law enforcement and school districts have found it beneficial to team up and the development of the School Resource Officer Program was conceived.

The first example of school based law enforcement was in the late 1950’s in Flint, Michigan. Officers were introduced into the schools on a part-time basis. The overall goal was to improve the relationship between youth and police. The program was considered a success and has evolved into a program that service thousands of school districts nationwide.

Some of the goals of the School Resource Officer are:

• To bridge the gap between law enforcement and our youth
• Provide students with access to the legal system
• To promote a safe learning environment
• Teach students crime prevention and education
• Address law enforcement related issues that take place

The Northville Township Police Department has one officer that is currently assigned to the Northville High School. Detective Matthew Mackenzie is assigned to the school on a daily basis and attends many school functions.

Detective MacKenzie handles any law enforcement related issues that take place at Northville High School. MacKenzie works closely with school administration on providing a safe educational environment for your children. He also works with the educational staff to provide law enforcement related lesson plans for classroom presentations.

For more information about the Northville Township Police Department School Resource Officer program, please contact Detective Matthew MacKenzie at Northville High School Monday through Friday 7:00 AM – 3:00 PM at (248) 344-8420, or at the Northville Township Police Headquarters at (248) 349-9400. Detective MacKenzie can also be reached by email.
 

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44405 Six Mile Rd.
Northville, MI. 48168
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