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Dragon boat competition in Orlando partners cops with teenagers
Read full article: Dragon boat competition in Orlando partners cops with teenagersOrange County sheriff's deputies, Orlando police officers and some adventurous teens continued working together in the Dueling Dragons mentorship program's 14th year.
Lt. Debra Clayton’s fellow officers say her impact in ‘Dueling Dragons’ program continues
Read full article: Lt. Debra Clayton’s fellow officers say her impact in ‘Dueling Dragons’ program continuesJust hours after the a jury found Markeith Loyd guilty of first degree murder, officers who worked alongside Orlando police Lt. Debra Clayton came together for a cause she was passionate about.
Mills 50 mural celebrates 10 years of Dueling Dragons of Orlando program
Read full article: Mills 50 mural celebrates 10 years of Dueling Dragons of Orlando programA new mural in the Mills 50 district is honoring Dueling Dragons of Orlando, a 10-year partnership that helps build relationships between law enforcement and inner-city youth.
Getting Results Award winner: Dueling Dragons' founder
Read full article: Getting Results Award winner: Dueling Dragons' founderIt was the first time she heard the term "invisible kids," kids who haven't gotten into trouble but live in at-risk environments. "All of the kids that have completed a season,and a season is ten months long, a long time, they've all stayed in school. She started it and you know, lets actually do something to help these kids and improve relations with police. He says he's enjoyed getting to know the officers on a more personal level, not just a passing patrol car through his neighborhood. Actually get to know the officers have lives just like they do.