Robertson Sheriff creates new juvenile service division to work with children, teens
The Robertson County Sheriff’s Office has created a new juvenile service division to support local children and teens.
The division will build upon the positive relationships between juveniles and law enforcement while also developing programs that hold juveniles accountable for their actions, prevent juveniles from engaging in patterns of delinquency and provide a safe and secure atmosphere within the schools that is conducive for learning, according to a press release issued by the sheriff.
It will consist of the current School Resource Officer Division and a Juvenile Outreach Division.
Lincoln School Resource Officers build trust with students
Lincoln Courier
Lincoln School Resource Officers Christy Fruge and Tim Butterfield say they play many roles in their jobs but the most rewarding aspect is gaining the trust of the students they serve.
Fruge, who is in her second year serving as the SRO at District 27, said she treats students much like her own children.
“My job is to bond with the kids and to look after their emotional and physical well being in order for their needs to be met,” said Fruge.
The students are starting to understand the SRO role at the different schools and have become comfortable with the police presence.