Center for Emergency Services at Elgin Community College

05/23/2026

This past week ECC “Center” for emergency services hosted a 40 hr Fire Apparatus Engineer (FAE) class.

05/18/2026

05/18/2026

Last week, Deputy Chief Larson attended the Spring Basic Operations Fire Academy Graduation ceremony at Elgin Community College where we had four students graduating from their academies. Congratulations to Nathan Garza, Matthew Kick, Ryan Froelich, and Elijah Villegas who have been put to the test both mentally and physically over the past few months learning what it takes to become a firefighter.

Double congratulations to Nathan Garza who was awarded class valedictorian of his class, earning the highest academic grade in his recruit class. Congratulations to all four of you!

05/16/2026

Yesterday wraps up our first Advanced Firefighter Class of 2026. We had a great group of hard chargers. Don’t forget we offer all classes for the fire service with some incredible instructors.

05/15/2026

Proud to offer Advanced Technician Firefighter and Rope Operations certification courses the last two weeks. We continue to strive to provide the best in professional development to the Fire/EMS community!! Elgin Community College

05/15/2026

05/15/2026

Congratulations to Fire Academy Recruit classes 26-01, 26-02, & 26-03 on their graduation this evening. We wish all 50 successful and healthy careers! Elgin Community College

05/12/2026

05/10/2026

🔥26-03 has officially completed their last class on Friday and will be graduating this coming week! We are proud of this tight knit group that started with 22 and ended with a strong 16 👊🏽!

One of the most impressive accomplishments this recruit class made was attending the funeral of Schaumburg firefighter Evan Zibell under the orders from one of their class leads Lt. Ferreiro. This was very important for them attend not only to pay their respects to a fallen brother, but to show them how real this profession is.

In honor of Evan Zibell , the members of local 4092 are proud to host this apparel fundraiser to support Evan’s wife and children following his passing on April 11, 2026.

Evan was more than a firefighter. He was a devoted husband, father, brother, friend, and member of the fire service family. His dedication to serving others and commitment to his community left a lasting impact on everyone who knew him.

To honor his legacy and help support his family during this difficult time, we are offering commemorative shirts and sweatshirts. 100% of the proceeds from every purchase will go directly to Evan’s wife and kids.

Your support means more than words can express. Whether you purchase apparel, share this fundraiser, or simply keep Evan’s family in your thoughts, you are helping carry on the brotherhood and compassion that Evan lived every day.

Thank you for standing with the Zibell family and local 4092 through this difficult time.

https://support-zibell-family.itemorder.com/shop/home/

05/07/2026

We have available seats in the Summer Full-Time Fire Academy!! If your department is hiring or you’re a student looking to advance your fire service career Email [email protected] for more details