Scottsdale Cops Need Teenagers to Brainwash Original Article Scottsdale/Northeast Valley briefs May. 7, 2005 12:00 AM Police academy seeking teens SCOTTSDALE - If you're between the ages of 15 and 17, the Scottsdale Police Teen Academy is looking for you. The academy, which is conducted like the department's professional training, is seeking northeast Valley teens to participate in the academy, which runs from 7 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. June 20-24. Participants wear police uniforms and receive instruction from all areas of the department. The program is free. For more information and an application, contact Christ Vassall at (480) 312-5050.