DPS hosts annual Uniformed Safety Education Officers workshop in Grapevine

AUSTIN — Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) hosted the national Uniformed Safety Education Officers Workshop (USEOW) in Grapevine, Texas, last week. The four-day workshop and competition, which took place June 23-26, offers public safety education training to state police officers from across the country.

“The success of this year’s Uniformed Safety Education Officers Workshop is a testament to our commitment to public safety and education,” said DPS North Texas Region Chief Jeremy Sherrod. “By bringing together dedicated officers from across the nation, we are not only enhancing our skills but also strengthening our ability to serve and protect our communities. Together, we are making a tremendous impact on public safety through education and outreach.”

Several Texas DPS Safety Education Lieutenants and Sergeants participated in this year’s USEOW where they presented on a variety of public safety issues. DPS Sergeant Ethan Sartor (North Texas Region) won first place for his public safety presentation, and Sergeant Deon Cockrell (Central Texas Region) placed first for his radio public service announcement (PSA) on traffic safety and second place for his television PSA on safe gun storage.