The Newton Police Department will accept applications for its 2012 Citizen Police Academy session through Aug. 27.

The Citizen Police Academy provides an opportunity for citizens to learn first-hand about police operations and to gain a deeper understanding of today’s law enforcement functions. The free 12-week course will be from 6 to 9 p.m. beginning Sept. 11 and concluding Dec. 4. An evening meal will be provided each night the class meets. Application requests may be made to Janet Cox at (641) 791-0853 or at janetc@newtongov.org.

Notification letters will be sent out after the return deadline date.