05/28/2026
ST. BERNARD PARISH FIRE DEPARTMENT CELEBRATES GRADUATION OF RECRUIT CLASS 26-1. π©βπππ¨π₯
The St. Bernard Fire Department proudly celebrates the graduation of eight recruits from Recruit Class 26-1 on Thursday, May 28, 2026.
This graduating class marks the second fire academy ever hosted in-house by the department, continuing SBFDβs commitment to developing highly trained firefighters from within our own community. Over the course of the academy, recruits completed months of rigorous classroom instruction, physical training, live fire evolutions, emergency response scenarios, and hands-on skill development designed to prepare them for the demands of the fire service.
While todayβs graduation is a major accomplishment, it is only the beginning of their careers.
These graduates will now continue their training as probationary firefighters, working alongside experienced personnel throughout the department as they gain real-world experience serving the citizens of St. Bernard Parish.
The St. Bernard Fire Department congratulates the following graduates of Recruit Class 26-1:
Recruit Devon Carr
Recruit Elijah DuBose
Recruit Gavin Kivell
Recruit Izah Campagna
Recruit Jeffrey Ansardi
Recruit John Graf III
Recruit Olivia Delise
Recruit Xander Davis
βWe are extremely proud of the hard work, dedication, and determination shown by these recruits throughout the academy,β said Interim Fire Chief Rodney Ourso. βToday they earned the title of firefighter, but their training and growth in this profession will continue every single day.β
The St. Bernard Fire Department remains dedicated to providing the highest level of fire protection and emergency services to the community through continued training, professionalism, and service.
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