Father Anthony Mattes Award

In April 1991, the PJOA instituted the Father Mattes Award which is to be presented annually. Father Anthony Mattes was the chaplain for the PJOA and Aston Township P.O.. The first award was made posthumously to Father Mattes and presented to his family. The Purpose of this award is to recognize and honor a member of the PJOA with good moral character and an active participant with commitment to the PJOA.

 

Representative of the ideals and characteristics of Father Mattes, such as honesty, loyalty, dedication and commitment to making the juvenile justice system better for all.

Founders Award

This award is based on the original principals of our founding members regarding cooperation, education and improvement of the juvenile justice system. The award is to a non-law enforcement person who embodies the cooperation and brotherhood between members of the juvenile justice system.

Ralph Galdi Award  -  Juvenile Officer of the Year Award

In 1983, the PJOA instituted the Juvenile Officer of the Year Award. The purpose of the award is to honor/recognize a member of the PJOA for their outstanding performance as a juvenile officer and their unselfish commitment to their community.  In 1986 this award was officially named the Ralph Galdi award in honor of one of our members.

 

Youth Recognition Award

In 2005, the PJOA instituted the Youth Recognition Award in