KDOC Leaders praise the work of Parole Office members throughout the state for their work, dedication, and sacrifice as they help people under supervision reintegrate back into our communities safely and hopefully successfully.
KDOC leaders laud work of Parole staff – PPPS Week
This is the 23rd annual Pretrial, Probation, and Parole Supervision week of celebration. This year’s theme is, Stronger Together. That is so appropriate for the work we do in the great state of Kansas for people under supervision. It takes all of us to pull together to make our communities safer and stronger through helping to restore confidence and hope in each of our returning citizens. But it takes a strong caliber of staff to act as point people in that pull. PPPS Week celebrates the valuable efforts of nearly 100,000 community corrections professionals nationwide that supervise millions of individuals. Here in the Sunflower State, the work our staff do is mission-critical to advancing the vision of KDOC – Transforming Lives for the Safety of All. The 154 staff members in this area currently supervise 5,237 individuals, and work in partnership with those folks and their families alongside community agencies and other professionals. All contribute to supporting those under supervision in their journey of returning to their families and communities and leading successful, productive lives.
The Kansas Department of Corrections is proud to recognize, honor, and celebrate the work of our Parole Officers throughout KDOC. This year’s theme for PPPS Week is Wellness Unveiled: Navigating the Journey. There are a myriad of traumatic stories and broken lives that our workers must wade through just to help people under supervision and guide them to a place of stability. Those journeys can take a mental toll, to say the least. So, we are grateful that this week is not only a celebration of our valued team in post supervision, but to recognize the daily grind that can impact both mind and body. So, the celebration of this week is not just about the food, fun, or activities but more importantly, about celebrating the victories of lives turned around with the help of the best post supervision team in the country.
Pretrial, Probation, and Parole Supervision Week 2024
In recognition of the 23rd annual Pretrial, Probation, and Parole...more
Film producers from Hawaii recently unveiled their latest award-winning documentary, "Uncle Bully's Surf Skool" at the Kansas Juvenile Correctional Complex. The film was about surfing instructor, Uncle Bully, who taught homeless children how to surf during COVID. It is a documentary that looks to inspire others to help or become a mentor wherever they can in an effort to build community.
Uncle Bully Visits KJCC
Film producers from Hawaii recently unveiled their latest award-winning documentary,...more
For the very first time ever in the Kansas Department of Corrections, 19 residents at Ellsworth Correctional Facility were issued laptop computers for their personal use in their college classes! This incredible partnership between Ellsworth Correctional Facility, Barton Community College, and Central Office Educational staff will provide an opportunity for residents to not only utilize computers during class and for their homework, but will enable residents to complete assignments in their own living area, mirroring the opportunities provided to traditional students within the community.
Laptop Computers Issued to Barton Community College Students at Ellsworth Correctional Facility
An amazing groundbreaking day took place at the Ellsworth Correctional...more