Blog: Correction Connection

NCDAC Delivers Donated School Supplies to Warrenton School

The North Carolina Department of Adult Correction (NCDAC) was thrilled to have the chance to make an impact all across NC in the 2023 Governor's School Supply Drive. Sec. Todd Ishee, accompanied by members of the staff and Warren County School Superintendent Keith Sutton personally delivered some of the agency's donated school supplies to Mariam Boyd Elementary School in Warrenton.

Nineteen Probation/Parole Officers Graduate in Eighth Class of 2023

Congratulations to North Carolina's newest group of Probation/Parole Officers. The nineteen officers from Class 8 for 2023 completed their seven-week basic training at the Samarcand Training Academy in Jackson Springs.

Specialized NCDAC canine teams play vital roles in facility and community safety

Dogs and the officers who handle them have played a key role in the North Carolina correctional system for generations. The dogs’ keen sense of smell, agility, and accuracy, along with the specialized expertise of their canine officer handlers, has helped improve facility and community safety in ways that may surprise many people.

Division of Community Supervision Recognizes Top Employees

The N.C. Department of Adult Correction honored its top Community Supervision employees during an event at NC State’s McKimmon Center on Aug. 22.

Congratulations to Class 7 2023 NC Probation/Parole Officer Graduates

Congratulations to North Carolina's newest group of Probation/Parole Officers. The nineteen officers from Class 7 for 2023 completed their seven-week basic training at the North Carolina Justice Academy in Salemburg.

Nine Probation/Parole Officers Graduate in Class 6 of 2023

Congratulations to North Carolina's newest group of Probation/Parole Officers. The nine officers from Class 6 for 2023 completed their seven-week basic training at Samarcand Training Academy in Jackson Springs.

Congratulations to Class 5 2023 NC Probation/Parole Officer Graduates

Congratulations to North Carolina's newest group of probation/parole officers. The 18 officers from Class 5 for 2023 completed their seven-week basic training at the NC Justice Academy in Salemburg. 

Third Field Minister Program Graduating Class Encouraged to be Positive Influencers in Prisons

The third graduating class of the North Carolina Field Minister Program at Nash Correctional Institution received their diplomas on June 7.

Fifteen Probation/Parole Officers Graduate in Class 4 of 2023

Congratulations to North Carolina's newest group of Probation/Parole Officers. The 15 officers from Class 4 for 2023 completed their seven-week basic training at Samarcand Training Academy in Jackson Springs.

Twenty Probation/Parole Officers Graduate in Class 3 of 2023

Congratulations to North Carolina's newest group of Probation/Parole Officers. The 20 officers from Class 3 for 2023 completed their seven-week basic training at the North Carolina Justice Academy in Salemburg.

2023 Reentry Conference Wrap-up

More than 500 reentry professionals, advocates, service providers and local reentry council members participated in the three-day 2023 NC Reentry Conference. 

April is Second Chance month

April is Second Chance Month in North Carolina, a time to remember the obstacles faced by the more than 20,000 people returning to their communities after leaving state prisons.  
 

PREA Director Doesn’t Lose Focus on her Mission Despite Having MS

 “You don’t make progress by standing on the sidelines, whimpering and complaining. You make progress by implementing ideas.” 

Eighteen Probation/Parole Officers Graduate in Second Class of 2023

Congratulations to North Carolina's newest group of Probation/Parole Officers. The 18 officers from Class 2 completed their seven-week basic training at Samarcand Training Academy in Jackson Springs. Following remarks from Deputy Secretary for Community Supervision, Tracy K.

Twenty-two Probation/Parole Officers Graduate in First Class of 2023

Congratulations to North Carolina's newest group of Probation/Parole Officers. The 22 officers from Class 1 for 2023 completed their seven-week basic training at the North Carolina Justice Academy in Salemburg. Following remarks from Deputy Secretary for Community Supervision, Tracy K.