SPRING RECRUIT CLASS OF 2004
The newest Troopers of the South Dakota Highway Patrol are seen here posing with Secretary Dravland (end right side back row) and Colonel Mosteller (end left side back row)
Graduation Announcement
13 recruits who started their Academy training in Pierre on June 7, 2004, did graduate January 14, 2005. They have completed 21 weeks of academy, plus an additional 10 weeks of field training with their field training officers. They join their squads across the state and begin their careers as State Troopers. Announced below are their names and duty stations:
HP 57 - Todd Albertson - CLARK
HP 64 - Joshua Boehrns - HURON
HP 92 - Jeremy Gacke - SIOUX FALLS
HP 121 - Jason Hamar - KADOKA
HP 124 - Michael Hansen - DEADWOOD
HP 147 - Trent Heuertz - WEBSTER
HP 157 - James Jager - CHAMBERLAIN
HP 158 - Brent Mohrmann - VERMILLION
HP 170 - Shane Snyder - MOBRIDGE
HP 175 - Andrew Steen - SIOUX FALLS
HP 178 - Daniel Thompson - ARMOUR
HP 184 - Desmond Watson - RAPID CITY
HP 189 - Mark Weibrecht - TYNDALL/TABOR
The graduation ceremony begins at 1000 in the Capitol Rotunda in Pierre. They will be joined in Pierre by family and friends who will be there to wish them well. Featured graduation speakers will be Colonel Dan Mosteller of the Highway Patrol, DPS Secretary Tom Dravland, and Supreme Court Chief Justice David Gilbertson. Recruit Desmond Watson will present the recruit class speech.
The next SDHP Recruit Academy begins February 14, 2005. Check back often to see preparations for the class. The site will contain a Recruit Academy weekly update, providing insight to the daily life of recruit troopers and the training they receive.
If you are interested in a career with the SDHP, visit our website for employment opportunities or contact Lt. Scott Sheldon (training coordinator) by calling 605-773-3105 or recruiter Robert Marler by calling 605-626-2286.
The South Dakota Highway Patrol Spring 2004 Recruit Class began June 7, 2004
The new Spring 2004 Highway Patrol Recruit class has started. Each week we will give you a report from the recruits of what they did the prior week. You are welcome to view their stories and photos from each week and we will feature the "Recruit of the Week". As each week goes by we will add a link to the pages.
Week 1 - Introduction, Physical Testing, Uniform Measurements & New Equipment
Week 2 - Vehicle Stops, Photography, Cultural Diversity
Week 3 - Recruits do a ride along with local Troopers from their home area
Week 4 - 32 Code, Sexual Harassment, School Bus Inspection & Aircraft
Week 5 - Canine familiarization, Public Speaking and CS & Gas Training
Week 6 - Violator contact, Reports and Court Room Preparation & Testimony
Week 7 - Emergency Vehicle Operations Course EVOC
Week 8 - First Responders Course
Week 9 - Motor Carrier Services
Week 10 - Motor Carrier (week 2), Officer Survival & Victim-Witness Assistance
Week 12 - Pressure Point Control Tactics (PPCT)
Week 13 - More Motor Carrier - A hands on approach
Week 14 - Firearms Training - Part 2
Week 15 - Drug ID, Drug Interdiction, Radar Operation, Video Camera, Korean War Memorial
Week 16 - Accident Investigation
Week 17 - Domestic Violence, Vehicle Stops & Juvenile Justice
Week 18 - DWI Detection and Apprehension
Week 19 - Recruits ride with local Troopers - no news or photos
Week 20 - Riot Control, Interview & Interrogation, Ethics & Community Policing
Mailing Address • 118 West Capitol Avenue • Pierre, SD 57501