Fannin County Sheriff Completes Prestigious FBI-Based Leadership Training

Cody Shook selected for National Sheriffs' Institute program at the FBI National Academy.

Apr. 7, 2026 at 3:09pm

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Fannin County Sheriff Cody Shook has successfully completed the 124th session of the National Sheriffs' Institute (NSI) Leadership Development Course, a prestigious training program held at the FBI National Academy in Quantico, Virginia. The no-cost program is provided by the National Institute of Corrections and the Major County Sheriffs of America, and is designed to help sheriffs develop advanced leadership skills and strategies for serving their communities.

Why it matters

The NSI program is highly regarded in law enforcement, providing executive-level training to help sheriffs adapt to the evolving demands of their roles as both elected officials and chief executive officers. Completing this training will help strengthen leadership and operations within the Fannin County Sheriff's Office, ultimately benefiting the residents of the county.

The details

The NSI program focuses on in-depth assessments of leadership styles and the development of strategies to effectively guide law enforcement agencies and serve local communities. Sheriff Shook was selected alongside 22 other sheriffs from across the United States to participate in the training, which covers a range of topics relevant to modern sheriff's office operations.

  • Sheriff Shook completed the 124th session of the NSI Leadership Development Course.
  • The training program was held at the FBI National Academy in Quantico, Virginia.

The players

Cody Shook

The sheriff of Fannin County, Texas, who successfully completed the prestigious NSI leadership training program.

National Sheriffs' Institute (NSI)

An executive-level leadership program designed specifically for sheriffs, focusing on the unique challenges and responsibilities of serving as both elected officials and chief executive officers of their respective agencies.

National Institute of Corrections

A division of the U.S. Department of Justice that collaborates with the Major County Sheriffs of America to provide the NSI leadership training program.

Major County Sheriffs of America

An organization that partners with the National Institute of Corrections to offer the NSI leadership development course for sheriffs.

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What they’re saying

“There were many programs, connections, and resources provided that will benefit us locally. I look forward to using what I've learned to continue moving the Fannin County Sheriff's Office in a positive direction.”

— Cody Shook, Sheriff, Fannin County

The takeaway

The completion of the prestigious NSI leadership training program by Sheriff Cody Shook demonstrates Fannin County's commitment to developing highly skilled and adaptable law enforcement leadership. This training will help the sheriff's office better serve the community through enhanced operational strategies and a deeper understanding of the evolving demands facing modern sheriffs.