Last week, Officer Granite Stephenson graduated from the Oregon Department of Public Safety Standards and Training (DPSST) Public Safety Academy, joining officers from across the state in completing this milestone. 
The 16-week Basic Police training program equips officers with the essential skills for patrol work in Oregon, blending scenario-based training, facilitated learning, and opportunities for self-reflection and assessment.
Officer Stephenson will now begin his 16-week field training course here at the Independence Police Department as he works toward achieving solo status.
Please join us in congratulating Officer Stephenson on this important step in his law enforcement journey!
