Bothell Daily Brief: Community Academy, School Updates, City Services

Police Community Academy Opens Enrollment

The Bothell Police Department is encouraging residents to apply for its Community Academy, a behind-the-scenes program that introduces participants to local policing. The academy covers topics like patrol operations, evidence handling, crisis response partnerships, and the department’s K‑9 unit.

The program is designed for adults and is not physically demanding. Space is limited, and applications are reviewed on a rolling basis. City officials say the academy is one of the department’s most effective ways to build trust and give residents a clearer picture of how public safety works day to day.

Northshore School District Restores Phone Services

The Northshore School District, which serves much of Bothell, confirmed that phone and voicemail systems across district offices and schools are fully operational again. Families who experienced issues earlier this week are encouraged to use standard school phone numbers moving forward.

District staff emphasized that school operations were not disrupted and thanked families for their patience. Contact information for individual schools and departments remains available through the district’s main website.

City Shares Reminder on Police Support Services

The City of Bothell also highlighted the range of support services available through the Police Department’s Records Section. Residents can request public records, accident reports, and other documents, or get help navigating non‑emergency services.

City officials note that many common requests can be handled without visiting City Hall, helping residents save time while keeping services accessible.

Looking Ahead

With no major disruptions reported locally, city leaders say the focus remains on community engagement and keeping residents informed about available programs and services. More updates are expected as new council and school district notices are posted.

Sources

• https://www.bothellwa.gov/1878/Community-Academy
• https://www.bothellwa.gov/354/Support-Services
• https://www.nsd.org/contact