Santiam Firefighter Academy Graduates 14 Firefighters to Area Departments

2011 Spring Academy

Congratulations to all the recruits that graduated from the Spring 2011 Santiam Firefighter Academy on June 15th.  There were 14 recruits in all from Turner (3), Aumsville (1), Jefferson (2), Stayton (4), Sublimity (1), Lyons (1) and Gates (1) Fire District’s who successfully completed the 3 months of training. Of the 14 recruits, 3 were cadets (16 to 18 years of age) who passed the academy.
 
Two individuals received special recognition when they were selected for the coveted academy awards.
 
The Ember Award recipient is chosen by the academy instructors and is presented to the student who displays excellence in attendance, test scores, leadership and teamwork. Congratulations to Brett Nusom from Lyons Fire District on receiving the Ember Award.
 
The Silent Hero Award is voted on by the students themselves. The recipient of this award is the student who best displays the core values of the Academy; Pride, Honor, Integrity and Commitment. Congratulations to Dewey Robbins from Jefferson Fire District on receiving the Silent Hero Award.
 
Congratulations to all the graduates and best wishes for a successful and fulfilling fire service career.
 
Next Santiam Firefighter Academy will start in the fall of 2011.  Find out more about volunteering