The School District of Philadelphia is partnering with the Philadelphia Fire Department with the Junior Fire Patrol Program.

The Junior Fire Patrol Program has been active for over 60 years in Philadelphia linking the School District and the Fire Prevention division of the fire department. In the program, students in the fourth through eighth grades along with elected sponsors from their schools follow a curriculum that will encourage the members to develop community fire prevention programs and educate their classmates and peers about fire safety.

The program will hold weekly or biweekly meetings to complete the lesson plans. At the end of the program, participants are invited to attend the  Annual Junior Fire Patrol Luncheon, where they are honored for their participation. During the luncheon, Junior Fire Patrol members demonstrate what they have learned throughout the school year, meet members from other participating schools, and enjoy great food provided by the Philadelphia Fire Department and sponsors.

If you are interested in receiving more information or participating in this program, please contact Symeon Stevens at 215-400-9345 or sstevens2-ext@philasd.org.