Southwestern Christian School says “thank you” to YPD officers
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YUMA, Ariz. (KYMA, KECY)- Students from Southwestern Christian School greeted the Yuma Police Department with treats, singing, and lots of laughter Thursday.
A mother of three, Kristin Boyko said the school participates in different projects throughout the community.
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However, every year they do something special for law enforcement from delivering a small basket to their school officer Chris Offutt aka officer "O," to a big banner to show them their token of appreciation for local police.
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Kristin said Officer "O" has known her children since her oldest was in kinder. The mother of three said she considers officer "O" like family.
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"Thank you for everything you do, we see a lot of different things happen, thank you for keeping us safe," Boyko said.
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This year the school decided 4th graders and above would have the chance to meet police officers and deliver treats.