Ever wonder how Kaua‘i’s police officers keep schools safe while guiding students toward better choices?
In this episode of Island Alert, host Max Richardson continues his conversation with Officer Jonathan “Johnny” Anderson, School Resource Officer at Kapa‘a High School, diving deeper into the realities, challenges, and rewards of policing with empathy and heart.

From the art of de-escalation and giving second chances, to tackling vaping, truancy, and campus safety, and reviving the Junior Police Academy to inspire future officers, this episode shows how community-based policing helps Kaua‘i’s youth grow with respect, responsibility, and aloha. 🚨

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