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Here at NDCS, we believe that successful community reintegration is the result of an engage state engaged in the important work of rehabilitation and reentry. 

We are dedicated to building stronger connections with our community and working collaboratively to "tell our story." 

 

       

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Hispanic Heritage at NCYF

Hispanic Heritage at NCYF

October 30, 2025

The Nebraska Correctional Youth Facility (NCYF) welcomed volunteers Terry Martinez, Carrie Martinez, Virgil Patlan, Rebecca Patlan, and Father…

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  • Nebraska Correctional Youth Facility (NCYF)
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TSCI: Baptisms

TSCI: Baptisms

October 29, 2025

The Tecumseh State Correctional Institution (TSCI) held a baptism for three men housed at the facility. The service was performed by volunteer Pastor…

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ACA External Audit at OCC and CCC-O

ACA External Audit at OCC and CCC-O

October 27, 2025

Congratulations to the Omaha Correctional Center (OCC) and Community Corrections Center - Omaha (CCC-O) for successfully passing their 2025 ACA…

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  • Community Corrections Center - Omaha (CCC-O)
  • Omaha Correctional Center - (OCC)
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Staff Training Academy Honored

Staff Training Academy Honored

October 24, 2025

The Nebraska Department of Correctional Services (NDCS) Honor Guard proudly presented the Correctional Peace Officers Foundation (CPOF) Lifetime…

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  • Central Office (CO)
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Notice of Meeting: School Board

October 23, 2025

NEBRASKA DEPARTMENT OF CORRECTIONAL SERVICESSCHOOL BOARD AGENDATHURSDAY, OCTOBER 30, 2025, AT 1200 HOURSNDCS CENTRAL OFFICE, CONFERENCE ROOM C801 W.…

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  • Public Notice
  • Central Office (CO)
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5-Key Peer Facilitator Training at RTC

5-Key Peer Facilitator Training at RTC

October 23, 2025

Staff and incarcerated individuals attended 5-Key facilitator training at the Reception and Treatment Center (RTC) in Lincoln. The 5-Key Model…

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  • Reception and Treatment Center (RTC)
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2nd Annual Team Member and Population Softball Game

2nd Annual Team Member and Population Softball Game

October 22, 2025

Earlier this month, the Tecumseh State Correctional Institute (TSCI) held the 2nd Annual Team Member and Population softball game. Fast becoming a…

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  • Tecumseh State Correctional Institution (TSCI)
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Nebraska Writers Collective: Hispanic Heritage Month

Nebraska Writers Collective: Hispanic Heritage Month

October 21, 2025

Last month, the Nebraska Correctional Center for Women (NCCW) welcomed volunteers from the Nebraska Writers Collective for a workshop celebrating…

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  • Nebraska Correctional Center for Women - NCCW
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OCC’s 3rd NNL Cohort Graduates

OCC’s 3rd NNL Cohort Graduates

October 20, 2025

Congratulations to the men at the Omaha Correctional Center for graduating from the “Now, Next, Later” program focused on developing meaningful work…

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  • Omaha Correctional Center - (OCC)
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NDCS Strategic Plan

Video: NDCS Strategic Plan

October 17, 2025

Through developing our people, following sound correctional policies, and investing in our physical plants, we provide program opportunities for our…

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  • Central Office (CO)
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