Please enjoy the Back to School Edition of our district newsletter.

The MSD of Decatur Township is proud to share that the Decatur Township School Police Department earned the “Model Agency Award” from the National Association of School Resource Officers on July 15, 2024.

The “Model Agency Award” is presented to agencies that exemplify the NASRO Triad Model training, policies, and standards. The NASRO Triad consists of Law Enforcement Officer, Public Safety Educator, and Informal Counselor. These practices and roles ensure professional service to the school community. NASRO recognized the MSD of Decatur Township Police Department, “for its creative and innovative approach to school-based policing.” 

DTSP Chief Terance Smith shared, “I’m extremely humbled to accept this award on behalf of our team on a national stage. I could not be more proud to work alongside a group as dedicated, passionate, and committed to Decatur students and families.”

Congratulations to the Decatur Township School Police!

Left to Right: Officer Jeffery Frencher, Officer Kentrell Harris, Officer Dennis Scott, Officer Tabetha Emenaker, Officer Tea Wrespress, Sgt. Jejuan Westmoreland, and Chief Terance Smith

Not pictured: Officer Jacob Eidson

Chief Terance Smith accepts award from NASRO on behalf of Decatur Township School Police.

Congratulations to Nicole Moorhead, our Director of Child Nutrition, who was selected as the 2023 New Age Equipment Design winner for her innovative creation, the Flavor Station! The prototype of this award-winning design was unveiled at the Annual National Conference (ANC). As part of her recognition, we will receive the prototype for one of our school cafeterias, and the Flavor Station will now be featured in New Age's catalog, making it available for others to purchase. In addition to celebrating Nicole's achievement, New Age generously donated $500 to our Preschool Snack Program. Decatur Proud!

New Age Industrial Press Release