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In Case You Missed It!

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Class 222 is wrapping up week four of pre-service training and it’s safe to say this group is eager to make a difference at NDCS. In fact, this large class fills up two of our Staff Training Academy (STA) classrooms!

This week found recruits practicing new skills, interacting with subject-matter experts and studying for exams. They got a view of their new roles with on-the-job training and spent time learning valuable communication skills.

We’re grateful for all our NDCS team members who serve as guest instructors and help our recruits learn the ropes of the department. And a big shout out to our STA training...Read more

NDCS is fortunate to have an accomplished and widely respected medical director. This past weekend, Dr. Harbans Deol was recognized by his peers with the Correctional Healthcare Leadership Award.

The award is given by the Coalition of Correctional Health Authorities, which is part of the American Correctional Association.

Dr. Deol has been with the department since 2017. In addition to overseeing the medical and behavioral health divisions in NDCS, Dr. Deol has been central to the agency’s management of COVID. He has improved processes that have led to better medical decisions for incarcerated men and women and...Read more

Innovation. Determination. Hope.

These graduates of the RISE program have taken ownership of their future as they work to be positive contributors in their communities. In this intensive six-month program, the women prepared for each phase of reentry through character development, employment readiness and entrepreneurship.

As these women reenter the community, they will have helpful resources to lean on while building meaningful life trajectories. Learning alongside each other through this program, the graduates are ready and eager to provide peer support to one another as they work to make their goals a reality...Read more

Our newest recruits are now equipped with the skills to potentially save a life. Class 222 spent a full day gaining knowledge and hands-on practice in CPR, AED and first aid.

Throughout this week, the class learned from a number of subject-matter experts and then applied their newfound knowledge in various skills practices and tests. Learning alongside each other, they are acquiring valuable tools to use throughout their NDCS careers.

With week three in the books for Class 222, this cohort is nearing the halfway mark of their pre-service training. #MakeADifference #KeepPeopleSafeRead more

He cares about his fellow teammates.

He treats everyone with fairness and respect.

He will always go the extra mile to help others.

These are a few of the ways teammates describe Corporal (Cpl.) Michael Cacy. Those who work alongside him appreciate the dedication he puts into his duties each and every day.

Cpl. Cacy was named Teammate of the Year at the Work Ethic Camp. Congratulations on this well-deserved honor! #KeepPeopleSafe #MakeADifferenceRead more

Congratulations to the newest NDCS teammates! Class 122 graduated from the Staff Training Academy today. Welcome! #KeepPeopleSafe #MakeADifferenceRead more

Dozens of our newest recruits are wrapping up week two of pre-service training. Class 222 learned about the valuable role they perform to Keep People Safe. From searches to safety to emergency preparedness, they took a deep dive into the ways their work will support the NDCS mission.

This class is covering a lot of ground – they took their second exam this week. Two weeks down, Class 222! We’re eager to get back at it Monday. #MakeADifference #KeepPeopleSafeRead more

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