City of Fort Worth, TX

06/15/2026 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 06/15/2026 08:58

Fire Department celebrates historic graduation for training academy

Fire Department celebrates historic graduation for training academy

Published on June 15, 2026

On Friday, June 12, the Fort Worth Fire Department (FWFD) Fire Recruit Class No. 100 and EMS Recruit Class No. 1 graduated from the FWFD Training Academy at Christ Chapel Bible Church. This is the first time in the 155-year history of FWFD that a single-role class is graduating, marking a historic milestone for the City of Fort Worth.

Mayor Mattie Parker, Mayor Pro Tem Carlos Flores, Councilmember Michael D. Crain, Councilmember Macy Hill, Assistant City Manager William Johnson, Interim Fire Chief Ray Hill and honorary guest speaker, World War II decorated veteran Don Graves, were in attendance for the swearing-in of 42 firefighters and 36 EMS professionals.

Since the transition of MedStar into the department last July, this is the first time there was a need for two recruit classes at the same time. The classes are comprised of veterans, Texans and non-Texans, multiple brand-new parents, a certified chiropractor and several with current or retired family members from the Fort Worth Fire Department.

The overall pass rate for EMT on the National Registry Emergency Medical Technician (NREMT) Test for both classes was 99%. This far surpasses the national pass average of 65%.

"As the 10th largest city in the nation, Fort Worth Fire has to grow and adapt to meet the needs of our ever-changing community," said Fire Public Information Officer Craig Trojacek. "And I think that we are showing the residents of Fort Worth that their support for the Fire Department is essential to our success as we celebrate this historic day for everyone. We are excited to see these highly trained professionals take to the streets and begin their careers with the great city of Fort Worth."

The FWFD's Fire Training Academy is a 36-week course. At this time, a date has not yet been set for the next recruit classes (Class 101 and Class 2).

Photo at top: Forty-two firefighters and 36 EMS professionals were sworn in.

Photo: Mayor Mattie Parker congratulates the firefighter and EMS graduates.

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