March 18, 2024

On Friday, March 15, 2024, ASP Captain Craig Teague graduated as a member of the 289th session of the FBI National Academy. The graduation took place at the National Academy in Quantico, Virginia. Nationally, fewer than one percent of officers have the opportunity to attend and complete the prestigious program.

Internationally known for its academic excellence, the National Academy offers ten weeks of advanced communication, leadership, and fitness training. Participants must have proven records as professionals within their agencies to attend. On average, these officers have 21 years of law enforcement experience and usually return to their agencies to serve in executive-level positions.

The 289th session consisted of 197 law enforcement officers. The 289th session of the National Academy consisted of men and women from 47 states and the District of Columbia. The class included members of law enforcement agencies from 23 countries, four military organizations, and five federal civilian organizations.

Captain Teague, a 15-year veteran of the ASP, has been assigned to the Administrative Services Division since 2015, promoted to sergeant in 2018, lieutenant in 2021, and Captain in 2023. He currently serves as the Administrative Services Assistant Division Commander and has served on the ASP SWAT team for 12 years. Captain Teague is a graduate of Hope High School, earned a BA in Criminal Justice from UALR and an MPA from ASU. Captain Teague is the son of Audie and Pam Teague and the brother of Kristen Grummer. Captain Teague is married to Caitlin Teague. They have two sons, Knox and Cruz.

About the FBI National Academy

FBI Academy instructors, special agents, and other staff with advanced degrees provide the training; many instructors are recognized internationally in their fields. Since 1972, National Academy students have been able to earn undergraduate and graduate credits from the University of Virginia, which accredits many of the courses offered. A total of 54,985 graduates have completed the FBI National Academy since it began in 1935. The National Academy is held at the FBI Training Academy in Quantico, the same facility where the FBI trains its new special agents and intelligence analysts.