Grassy Fork Elementary  School's 2023 D.A.R.E. Graduates

On May 17th, the Cocke County Sheriff’s Office graduated its 2nd D.A.R.E. class at Grassy Fork Elementary School in Hartford, TN.

“We are proud to say, our second D.A.R.E. Class graduated from Grassy Fork Elementary School today. 15 students successfully completed the requirements and [were] awarded with special honors. We cannot thank Deputy Colby Franco enough for the outstanding achievement and work that he provides to Grassy Fork. This elementary school has always bragged on [sic] Deputy Franco. These children were so good and we enjoyed the opportunity to share this special moment with them. We look forward to this program to help our students with drug education across the county.”
Cocke County Sheriff’s Office on Facebook

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