GREENFIELD — Greenfield Police Department has announced that Sgt. Theodore “Teddy” Avery graduated from the 293rd session of the FBI National Academy on March 13, in Quantico, Va., marking the first time an officer from the department has completed the program.
The FBI National Academy is a nationally recognized training program that lasts 10 weeks and covers topics including leadership, communication and physical fitness. Participation is selective, with fewer than 1% of law enforcement officers nationwide chosen to attend.
Participants are selected based on their exemplary records and are often recognized as some of the most respected leaders within their agencies. The 293rd session included law enforcement professionals from 48 states, the District of Columbia, 24 countries, as well as members from 11 military organizations and four federal civilian agencies.
“We are incredibly proud of Teddy’s accomplishment and the unwavering dedication he has shown the Greenfield Police Department and our community,” said Chief Guillermo Mixer. “Graduating from the FBI National Academy is a remarkable achievement that places him among the most elite policing professionals. We have no doubt that even greater things lie ahead for Teddy.”
Avery began his law enforcement career in 2013 with the Monterey County Sheriff’s Office, where he served in custody and patrol roles and held the position of president of the Deputy Sheriff’s Association. In 2021, he joined the Greenfield Police Department and has since taken on a leadership role, particularly as the department worked to rebuild and adapt in the aftermath of the Covid-19 pandemic and recent national unrest.
“Please join us in congratulating Sergeant Avery on this exceptional achievement,” the department stated in a news release April 25. “His continued pursuit of excellence and professional growth is a testament to his commitment to our department and the community we proudly serve.”
