Tulare-Kings Counties Police Academy

08/05/2026

Pivot!

07/18/2026

They might be ‘late’ to their ceremony but they’ll never be late to your call.
Congratulations Class 163!!

07/16/2026

07/04/2026

Happy Fourth of July from the Tulare-Kings Police Academy and Class 163!

We hope your day is filled with celebration, family, and gratitude. Wishing everyone a safe and happy Independence Day! 🇺🇸

07/02/2026

Today, Director Wilson, our TCSO cadets and Staff placed a memorial plaque honoring Deputy Hoppert in the classroom where he once trained. It will serve as a daily reminder that this profession is built on service, sacrifice, and commitment to others. May his legacy be always remembered.

06/24/2026

Strength is only part of the equation.

Yesterday’s Sustained Resistance activity tested discipline, composure, and the ability to perform under stress.

06/16/2026

🚔 Interested in a career in law enforcement?

Join us for our next Police Academy Information Session on Friday, July 10!

4:00–5:00 PM
Meet representatives from local law enforcement agencies and learn about career opportunities.

5:00–6:00 PM
Hear from Academy staff about the application process, academy expectations, and what it takes to succeed.

Register through the link in our bio!

04/10/2026

Yesterday, our law enforcement family suffered a heartbreaking loss here in Tulare County. Deputy Randy Hoppert, a proud graduate of Tulare-Kings Police Academy Class 145, was killed in the line of duty in what can only be described as a senseless tragedy. Randy answered the call to serve with courage, commitment, and a deep sense of responsibility to his community, values that defined him both in the Academy and throughout his service.

His loss is felt profoundly by his family, his agency, and all of us who had the honor of knowing him and being part of his journey. He stood among those willing to step forward when others could not, and for that, we are forever grateful.

We ask our community to keep Deputy Hoppert’s family, friends, and fellow deputies in your thoughts and prayers during this incredibly difficult time.

We will never forget his sacrifice.

End of Watch: April 9, 2026

03/13/2026

The Academy staff had a great time judging the felony stop competition for the Tulare County Office of Education College & Career Expo today. Congratulations to Mission Oak High School for taking first place! 🥇

02/05/2026

Are you up for a challenge?👀

Applications are open for our August 2026 Academy. Use the link in our bio to apply today!