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     Officer Kap

    Greetings,
    I’m Eric Kapczynski, "Officer Kap" and I’ve been with the Columbus Police Department since 2002. I have primarily worked in the patrol division. Having already been in classrooms presenting D.A.R.E. for over 10 years, when the opportunity arose to join BCSC as a full-time School Resource Officer (SRO), I knew it could be a great opportunity for me. This role will allow me to really get to know students better and help keep them on a safe and healthy path in life. I found my way to Columbus via Ellettsville, Indiana which is near Bloomington. I graduated from Vincennes University (2000) and then IU-Bloomington (2002) with a degree in Criminology. I recently earned a Masters in Criminal Justice with a focus on forensic psychology. I completed basic training through the National Association of School Resource Officers (NASRO) in 2019 and continue to attend other officer and school specific training sessions throughout the year. While I have an office at Northside Middle School, I also assist with other schools in BCSC as needs arise or just to be helpful and friendly to those students and staff. Outside of work, I enjoy spending time with my wife and daughter travelling, fishing, or just catching up on some interesting TV.


    The SRO is involved in a variety of functions:
    ● As a visible, active law enforcement figure on campus dealing with any law-related
    issues.
    ● As a classroom resource for instruction in the following areas: law related education,
    violence diffusion, safety programs, alcohol and drug prevention, crime prevention and
    other areas.
    ● As a member of the faculty and administrative team working hand in hand to solve
    problems in the school community.
    ● As a resource for the students enabling them to be associated with a positive law
    enforcement figure in the student’s environment.
    ● As a resource for teachers, parents and students for law related concerns and
    questions.
    ● As a counseling resource in areas which may affect the educational environment and
    may be law related.


    I look forward to getting to meet and help each and every student. If any questions
    should arise, please don’t hesitate to contact me at (812) 376-4377 or
    kapczynskie@bcsc.k12.in.us

    Officer Kap