08/27/2026
A well-deserved Community Spotlight for Officer Rashida Garcia! 👏
Her commitment to SERVing Tampa goes far beyond her role as a School Resource Officer. From mentoring local youth and supporting families to creating programs that bring generations together, Officer Garcia continues to show what meaningful community service looks like.
Congratulations on being named the Tampa Police Department’s August 2026 Community Policing Officer of the Month! Thank you for the compassion, leadership, and dedication you bring to the Tampa community. 💚
Congratulations to Officer Rashida Garcia, our August 2026 Community Policing Officer of the Month!
As a School Resource Officer, Officer Garcia has made a lasting impact by building strong relationships with students, families, and school staff through her compassion, mentorship, and unwavering commitment to serving others.
Her dedication reaches far beyond the school campus, from helping expand the Community Closet initiative and creating the Seniors with Santa program to mentoring local youth through Bigs in Blue and volunteering her time at community outreach events across Tampa.
Officer Garcia is always willing to step up, give back, and make a positive impact in the community she serves. Her commitment to building relationships and helping others reflects the true spirit of community policing.
Thank you, Officer Garcia, for your dedication, compassion, and continued service to our community.