Eugene, OR — A group of Eugene police officers and Community Service Officers spent time last week visiting a local pre-K classroom, engaging with young children and offering them a close-up look at police gear and equipment.
The visit aimed to foster early positive connections between law enforcement and the community’s youngest residents. Officers answered questions, shared about their roles, and let the children explore patrol vehicles and tools used in daily operations.
According to the Eugene Police Department, these interactions are part of ongoing community outreach efforts designed to strengthen trust and familiarity between the public and police officers. Encouraging curiosity and dialogue at a young age can help build respect and understanding that lasts into adulthood…