Congratulations COTA 157
COTA 157
The Knox County Sheriff’s Office had 7 officers graduate the Correctional Officer Training Academy (COTA). The training requires much effort, dedication, and teamwork on the part of every individual involved. Great work and welcome to the KCSO team!
Graduates

Front Row:
- Officer Zachary Crigger
- Officer Amanda Fritz
- Officer Shawanda Parker
- Officer Caleb Dyer
Back Row:
- Officer Matthew Maiden
- Officer Charles Harp
- Officer Stacy Lane
Officers
During the academy training, recruits vote on officers for the class. Those officers are:
President
- Officer Charles Harp
Vice-President
- Officer Matthew Maiden
Treasurer
- Officer Stacy Lane
Awards
During every class, training staff recognizes officers who they believed demonstrated outstandingly in various aspects. They are then given awards for their efforts.Â
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Tim Debord Outstanding Officer Award
- Officer Matthew Maiden
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Angela Payne Outstanding Officer Award
- Officer Charles Harp
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Most Improved Officer Award
- Officer Stacy Lane
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Physical Fitness Award
- Officer Amanda Fritz
