A candid and inspiring conversation with Educational Resource Officer Zulma Franco
A small, but very vocal group of people are trying to get police officers out of Madison’s high schools. Yet, if they took the time to get to know Officer Zulma Franco – and the Department’s other Educational Resource Officers – they might find much of their opposition is misplaced.
In this podcast, Officer Franco, East High School’s ERO, talks about her relationship with students, staff, and parents. And, how she uses her personal story to inspire hope. Pregnant at age 13. Living in a gang infested neighborhood. She never got the chance to go to high school. Until now.

From Columbia to LA to East High

The Madison Police Department is recognized nationally and internationally as one of the leaders in community-based policing where officers are all recognized as leaders and encouraged to be problem-solving guardians. In these podcasts the chief talks about policing the Madison way while addressing topical issues.

Government

Community Engagement Specialist Alex Rickets discusses the importance of engaging youth in our community and highlights the MPD's involvement in the Late Night Basketball program through the Boys and Girls Club of Dane County.

Ball with us: MPD participates in Late Night Basketball Program

Chief Barnes sits down with former MPD Leaders, Chief David Cooper (1972-1993) and Chief Noble Wray (2004-2014), to discuss their experiences leading the Madison Police Department in years past. They reminisce on how MPD has changed to reflect the Madison community and their ever-evolving response to new community needs.

MPD Throws back to hear from former Chiefs

May is Mental Health Awareness Month. In this episode, learn how our officers help those living with mental health concerns. We talk about everything from our training to the CARES program to ways your family can safely communicate during a stressful situation.

Compassion and Coordination: MPD’s approach to helping those with mental illness

In our inaugural Episode, entitled "Where I'm From" Henry Sanders, from Madison 365 will assume hosting duties. This episode explores a few moments in the life and career of Chief Barnes which greatly influenced his professional leadership style and philosophy around policing, as well as, MPD's vision for public safety here in Madison.

From Columbia to LA to East High

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