Topics include an introduction to local government, as well as information on various County departments and programs, the County budget, and history and tourism.
There will also be a tour of the Ford T. Humphrey Public Safety Building.
The academy will run May 2-23, on Thursday evenings. Classes are free and take place from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. in the Board Chambers of the George L. Gordon, Jr., Government Center, 1300 Courthouse Road, Stafford, VA 22554.
Space is limited and students are accepted on a first-come, first-serve basis.