In 2015, the Tulare County Sheriff's Office introduced Deputy Buzzbee with a message to children of "Bee nice, bee honest, and bee, safe." Deputy Buzzbee has visited schools around Tulare County as well as appeared in parades, the Sheriff's Office and community events.
Deputy Buzzbee's primary focus is a new anti-bullying awareness program, where Buzzbee and friends visit with children, primarily in grades 3-5, and learn about bullying, what it is, who a bully is, and what children can do if they or their friends are being bullied. Children are encouraged to ask questions and participate in the presentation while Deputy Buzzbee interacts with them - sitting at a table with a class, giving out high fives, or acting out parts of the presentation.
The Deputy Buzzbee program is currently in the process of being expanded to include younger and older audiences, as well as other topics such as internet safety, stranger safety, and drug awareness.
If you or someone you know would like to request a Deputy Buzzbee presentation, or his presence at a community event, please contact the Employee and Public Relations Unit by calling 559-802-9412 or emailing sheriffevents@tularecounty.ca.gov.