There is no doubt that being a police officer is one of the most important jobs in our society. I have always looked up to police officers and I am very honoured that I was able to connect with one for this assignment. Constable Adam Mills is a police officer here in the Vancouver, BC, Canada and he works for the Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP). He is a very dedicated officer and has been working for nearly 17 years now. This assignment has opened up many new possible career options and opportunities (either as a police officer or work in the public sector) for myself, including having a notable police constable provide me with valuable insights about his job. Speaking to Constable Mills has allowed me to create new connections with my local community, because he works in a field that can affect all of us if we ever need help and now I can put a face and personality behind a local officer. I found value in learning new information about this crucially important job. Here is a link to the RCMP’s website for Constable Mills’ work.
Why are you passionate about your job?
What obstacles have you faced to get where you are today?
ANS: My first posting was in a very remote, very small town. I lived there for 3 years and did not have much of a social life outside of work. After 3 years I had the opportunity to move to the lower mainland where I am much happier, am closer to family and have a wide circle of friends.
What advice would you pass on to someone interested in what you are doing?
Would you be open to further contact from Riverside students and if so, how can someone contact you?
What other skills do you need to become a police officer?
What kind of people do you help and do you find it rewarding?
CST AJ MILLS 49939, it was a pleasure working with Ella and she did a very good job on this.
Thank you for submitting your Community Connection assignment for COL. We have reviewed your Edublogs post, and have the following observations regarding your work:
– Great job interviewing someone and seeking out information regarding their expertise
– Way to incorporate your answers on your Edublogs portfolio
– Thanks for going the extra mile on this assignment. This is a great example of a connection!
Thank you,
Mr. Robinson and Mr. Barazzuol
COL Teachers