The Cleveland County Sheriff’s Office Cadet Program, formerly known as Explorers, is comprised of High School students from the Cleveland County Area. It is a hands-on program open to young men and women grades 9-12, interested in a career in law enforcement or a related field in the criminal justice system. The program offers a personal awareness of the criminal justice system through training, practical exercises, and other activities. Additionally, the program promotes growth through character development, respect for the rule of law, physical fitness, good citizenship.