NMLETC Tupelo

06/21/2026

As we begin the final week, Week 12, at NMLETC tomorrow, Class B-82 has had a very busy last four weeks.

Everyone passed the 8-week PT test at 70 percent or higher, which is a fantastic accomplishment. The class also completed a full week of fi****ms training, and everyone passed the required score to be certified.

The class has also completed several important blocks of training, including Mississippi Constitutional Law with First Judicial District Attorney Jason Herring and Traffic Laws and Enforcement with M/Sgt. Bryan Morrow of the Mississippi Highway Patrol.

We also completed the annual Blue Run, and we want to thank everyone who came out to support the class. A special thank you to Tupelo Police Chief John Quaka and Lee County Sheriff Jim Johnson. We are always appreciative of the support they give to NMLETC and our cadets.

The Mississippi Attorney General’s Office also spent several days teaching domestic violence laws, including scenarios and courtroom testimony. We appreciate everyone who gives their time to help us train and prepare the best police officers possible.

The final week will begin Monday morning with the final PT test. Graduation will be held this Friday, June 26, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. at the Link Centre, located at 1800 West Main Street, Tupelo, MS.

We look forward to seeing everyone there.

06/15/2026

We’re always glad to have DMH provide great information and training on this subject.

06/04/2026

Reminder for B-83 entry PT Test beginning next week. Looking forward to seeing everyone, and we always appreciate those who are willing to serve.

05/26/2026

NMLETC Class B-82 started week 8 this morning by taking their 8-week PT test. All cadets continue to improve as they move into the final stretch toward graduation.

Over the last few weeks, the class completed Patrol Concepts taught by the Desoto County Sheriff’s Office. We are always appreciative of their support and instruction. B-82 also completed the Emergency Vehicle Operator Course (EVOC), with every cadet successfully passing.

The class also received great instruction from Tupelo CID in crime scene processing, fingerprinting, and photography. We are grateful to have such a dedicated and knowledgeable group of detectives at Tupelo PD who continue to give their time to help instruct at NMLETC.

Lastly, the cadets spent time with the Tupelo SWAT Team and began learning entry techniques for various incident types. NMLETC instructors also spoke with the cadets about mental health as a first responder, what to expect after traumatic incidents, and the resources available during their careers.

This week will continue with fi****ms training and our annual Blue Run this Friday morning.

A reminder that graduation will be held on Friday, June 26, at 10:00 a.m. at the Link Centre, 1800 West Main Street in Tupelo, Mississippi.

05/22/2026

This is a great explanation of the part-time to full-time bridge program qualifications from our friends at the Harrison County Law Enforcement Training Academy. Please let us know at the North Mississippi Law Enforcement Training Center if you have any questions

For many years, law enforcement leaders have asked for a legitimate pathway for experienced part time officers to transition into full time service while still protecting the standards expected of Mississippi law enforcement officers. After years of discussion and input from law enforcement leaders across the state, the Board adopted a carefully structured bridge process for qualified part time officers. This is not a shortcut, and it is not a lowering of standards.

This pathway is limited to personnel already serving in legitimate public safety roles; individuals who have already spent years protecting communities, conducting investigations, receiving training, enforcing laws, and serving alongside full time officers.

Applicants must already hold a valid Mississippi part time certification, remain active with a law enforcement agency by having at least 5 years of documented service, average at least 40 duty hours each month, meet all existing employment standards, and submit verification of their service and good standing. They must also pass a comprehensive knowledge exam, PT test and skills evaluation.

Most importantly, the Board entrusted the evaluation process to the very full time academies and instructors who have upheld Mississippi’s standards for decades. The same academy coordinators and instructors who challenged recruits, enforced discipline, and maintained high expectations in the residential academies will be the ones determining whether an applicant meets the standard expected of a full time officer.

All testing and evaluations will be conducted through Mississippi’s accredited full time residential academies, including:
• Harrison County Law Enforcement Training Academy
• Mississippi Delta CC Law Enforcement Training Academy
• Mississippi Law Enforcement Officers Training Academy
• North Mississippi Law Enforcement Training Center
• Southern Regional Public Safety Institute

Nothing replaces the discipline, sacrifice, and camaraderie formed during a full time residential academy. Those of us who completed that journey earned it, and they should always take pride in it.
But Mississippi also has a valuable resource of experienced part time officers serving towns and counties every day who have already demonstrated commitment, professionalism, and integrity over years of service. Many communities depend on them. This program does not lower the bar. It preserves the standard while creating a responsible pathway for proven officers to continue serving at a higher level.

05/14/2026

We are now accepting cadets for the upcoming August Full-Time Law Enforcement Basic Class. This class is set to begin on August 10th and graduate October 30th.

The entrance PT tests are scheduled for June 9th and 23rd and July 21st at 9am at the Training Center.

You will need to bring a photo ID along with the physical portion of the application. If you have any questions please feel free to contact us at 662.841.6400 or email [email protected].

05/06/2026

Reach out to us if you are interested in a one or two day class!! Call the office at 662.841.6400 or email [email protected]

05/05/2026

Last week marked Week 4 for NMLETC Class B-82. The week started with the 4-week PT test, and every cadet passed their required minimums, with all scores over 70 percent. That says a lot about the work this group has put in so far.

The rest of the week focused on defensive tactics, specifically SSGT, which is both intense and very physical. Along with the hands-on training, the cadets also completed the Level 1 and Level 2 written exams. Every cadet passed, with all scores above 80 percent.

This may be one of the smaller classes, but their resilience and effort are showing more each week.

Week 5 began yesterday, and it’s already shaping up to be a busy and full week. Yesterday afternoon, the class participated in the Special Olympics Torch Run at Fairpark in Tupelo. Tupelo Police Department

04/30/2026

Re-Accredited by MSLEAC

The Tupelo Police Department is proud to announce it has been re-accredited by the Mississippi Law Enforcement Accreditation Commission (MSLEAC) through the Mississippi Department of Public Safety.

Tupelo PD is one of only 39 accredited law enforcement agencies in the state and has maintained accreditation for over a decade. This confirms continued compliance with statewide standards in policy, training, operations, and accountability. The process is rigorous, with audits occurring every three years and the department continuously updates policies and standards to exceed compliance. The accreditation process is overseen by Captain Mansell and Sergeant Parker.

Pictured left to right are Sergeant Kevin Parker Jr., Chief John Quaka, and Captain Doug Mansell.

04/13/2026

The first week of North Mississippi Law Enforcement Training Center Class B-82 began last Monday, April 6th. As many know, the first day is often the most challenging part of the academy. It comes with a lot of unknowns, anxiousness, uncertainty, and the reality of starting the academy alongside complete strangers.

We had a strong group come down the hill. While a few decided this wasn’t the career path for them, several pushed through and completed week one—which is a big accomplishment.

The week included first-day indoctrination, followed by long days and short nights. Cadets covered topics such as the history of law enforcement, policing the public, handling animals, and stress management. They were also exposed to OC spray on Thursday and completed taser exposure on Friday.

Overall, everyone did a great job and showed clear improvement throughout the week. We’re looking forward to seeing that progress continue.

As always, we are thankful for those willing to step up and serve