Summer Youth Academy

The Summer Youth Academy is a one-week program designed to show students what we do in the fire service.  In this one-week program students aged 15-18 go through a weeklong Academy, based on the actual Fire Academy new hires go through. 

 

During the SYA, students learn skills such as:

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• Using Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA)

• Search and rescue drills

• Use of fire hose lines and extinguishers

• Hands-only CPR

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Students also regularly participate in physical fitness activities and build teamwork and memories for a lifetime!

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Requirements:

• Must be a resident of Kent County

• Must be in good standing at school

• Must be in good physical condition

• Must be 15 to 18 years old

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If interested in this position click HERE

Applications are now being accepted for the 2026 Summer Youth Academy, which is taking place from June 22-26, 2026. Applications can be emailed to  GRFDRecruiter@grcity.us by the deadline on the application date or delivered in person to the GRFD Headquarters Building.

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Summer Youth Academy Application

 

Questions about the application or requirements to apply? Contact Matt Stevens (mjstevens@grcity.us) or Gavin Floyd (gfloyd@grcity.us).