HSI Tampa Special Response Team supports area schools

Hundreds of children in the Tampa Bay area learned more about the role of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) Homeland Security Investigations (HSI) during the Great American Teach-In.

"So many of our kids are interested in this type of job,” said Lisa Moffat, a second grade teacher at McKitrick Elementary School. “This is such a great opportunity to let them learn more about special agents and what they do."

The HSI Tampa Special Response Team (SRT) members took the unit’s MRAP vehicle and several items of response gear and gave presentations to hundreds of children at schools across the area.

“The Teach-In is an excellent way to connect with local schools and showcase some of the great things about HSI,” said Susan L. McCormick, special agent in charge, HSI Tampa.

The purpose of the Teach-In is to encourage employees, businesses, community leaders, sports figures, local personalities, retirees, community volunteers and parents to become involved in education by sharing what they know with a new generation.  The adults visit the classroom and talk with students about work, career challenges, hobbies and life experiences. They provide real life insights into work and careers and reinforce the importance of education for success in any occupation.