Fort Smith, Ark. – The Fort Smith Police Department is set to host a graduation ceremony for its 33rd Academy Class, welcoming a new generation of officers into public service. The event will be held on **Friday, June 6**, at **10:00 a.m.** at the **U.S. Marshals Museum**, located at **789 Riverfront Drive** in Fort Smith.
This year’s class includes **a total of 21 graduates** from departments across the region. Of those, **10 officers represent Fort Smith**, while the remaining graduates come from **Van Buren (3), Fort Chaffee (2), and one each from Alma, Barling, Crawford County, Franklin County, Sebastian County, and the University of Arkansas – Fort Smith (UAFS)**.
The department has extended an open invitation to the community to attend the ceremony and show support for the new officers as they prepare to begin their careers in law enforcement. The graduation marks the culmination of rigorous training and education, designed to prepare recruits for the diverse challenges of modern policing.
Fort Smith Police officials praised the dedication, resilience, and professionalism of the graduating class, noting their commitment to service and public safety. “We are proud of every graduate and excited for the difference they will make,” the department said in a public announcement.
The ceremony promises to be a celebration of achievement, teamwork, and readiness to serve, as these officers prepare to take their oath to protect the communities they represent.