Terrell Citizens Academy

Applications are now closed.


The City of Terrell invites residents to participate in the Terrell Citizens Academy, a dynamic eight-week program designed to promote community engagement and a deeper understanding of municipal government. Through a series of interactive presentations, field tours, and hands-on demonstrations, participants will learn about city operations and services, and the vital role citizens play in shaping the future of the community. 

Class size will be limited to eighteen (18) people.
There is no cost to apply or attend the Terrell Citizens Academy. 

Requirements

Potential candidates for the Terrell Citizens Academy must meet the following criteria:

  • Minimum age of 18 
  • City of Terrell resident
  • Ability to attend classes (no more than two absences)

Schedule

Class Schedule: The Academy will meet every Thursday from 6 to 8 p.m. over an eight-week period, beginning September 11 through November 4, 2025. Dinner will be held from 6 - 6:30 pm.

2025 Terrell Citizens Academy
September 116 pm - 8 pmGet to Know your City City Hall
Tommy Spencer Room 
201 E Nash Street 
September 186 pm - 8 pmLife and LeisureHulsey Public Library 
Community Room 
301 N Rockwall Avenue
September 256 pm - 8 pmAt your ServiceTerrell Service Center 
Training Room 
400 Industrial Boulevard
October 26 pm - 8 pmTo Serve and ProtectFire Admin and Training Office
150 9th Street
October 96 pm - 8 pmTerrell ThrivingDowntown Location 
TBD
October 166 pm - 8 pmStronger TogetherOld City Hall 
115 N Adelaide Street
October 236 pm - 8 pmGet InvolvedCity Hall 
Tommy Spencer Room 
201 E Nash Street
November 46 pm - 8 pmCouncil Recognition and GraduationCity Hall 
Council Chambers 
201 E Nash Street