2026 Scholarship Recipient – Sarah Valdivia

Sarah Valdivia 2026 Technical Scholarship Recipient

2026

Sarah Valdivia

Southwest Florida Public Service Academy

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Sarah is a recruit in the 180th law enforcement basic recruit class at the Southwest Florida Public Service Academy. 

She was raised in Cape Coral and, from an early age, has been committed to supporting and helping those around her. Pursuing a career in law enforcement was a natural choice, allowing her to turn that passion into a meaningful commitment to her community. 

Academically, Sarah ranks at the top of her class of 41 recruits and is widely recognized as a leader among her peers. Her instructors describe her as dedicated, disciplined and highly motivated, consistently demonstrating the qualities of an effective public servant. 

Sarah has committed to continuing her career with the Cape Coral Police Department, where she aims to make a lasting and positive impact through service, integrity and professionalism.