Blog: Correction Connection

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.

Advanced Criminal Justice Certificates Awarded

Congratulations to 37 Department of Adult Correction officers and staff. They were awarded Advanced Criminal Justice Certificates by the N.C. Criminal Justice Education and Training Standards Commission, during the board’s quarterly meeting.

Piedmont Correctional Staff Pull Driver from Overturned Tractor-Trailer

SALISBURY — Adult Correction staff are used to reacting quickly and calmly in an emergency. Four employees of Piedmont Correctional Institution did just that while driving back from a meeting, possibly saving the life of a truck driver on Interstate 85.

Sampson Correctional Partnership Uses Life Lessons to Reach Offenders

When Anthony Faison was released from prison, he wanted to make a positive impact on the world.  He went back to school, earned his teaching 
credentials and took a position with Sampson Community College. 

Offenders’ Crochet Club Donates to Newborn Intensive Care

N.C. Correctional Institution for Women's offenders give their time to make Christmas cheer.

Four Facilities Advance toward ACA Accreditation

Columbus, Forsyth, Orange and Carteret correctional facilities earn exemplary audit scores.