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Teammates gain skills through 7 Habits

February 13, 2020

Teammates from across NDCS came together to learn how to achieve greater productivity, improve communication, strengthen relationships, and focus on priorities.

“I had the opportunity to lead the 7 Habits of Highly Effective People training,” said Process Improvement Coordinator Inna Karpyuk. “This training is impactful and helps teammates focus on their effectiveness in both their personal and professional lives. It is about taking responsibility of how we react to the experiences that come our way and learning to respond in a positive way. This training was an opportunity to engage teammates and help them to identify...Read more

Welcome Pre-service Class 1719

February 12, 2020

Congratulations to the newest teammates to join the NDCS family. Welcome Class 1719!Read more

Interview with us at the Crete Job Fair (English and Spanish info available)

February 12, 2020

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Men at NSP find positive connections through music theory group

February 10, 2020

The men at the Nebraska State Penitentiary (NSP) who have a passion for music get to advance their skills in these music theory groups. There are currently eight music theory groups at the facility, each playing their own choice of music including rock ‘n roll, country, hip hop, Latin, Native American drum group and a Christian choir.

Group leaders teach other individuals how to play the guitar and piano during their two-hour sessions as well.

“This gives individuals the opportunity to play new instruments, play music with other people who have similar interests and make new connections in a positive way," said...Read more

TSCI teams up with American Red Cross to hold blood drive

February 7, 2020

Today, February 7th, is the TSCI Blood Drive is at the Tecumseh State Correctional Institution on the American Red Cross bus at 2725 North Hwy. 50.

The blood drive will run from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. and is open to the public. Come donate today!Read more

OCC maintenance team finds friendship and loyalty at work

February 6, 2020

Having a #BFAW also known as a best friend at work goes deeper than having a friendship with another person on the job. It's about loyalty, engagement and working with someone who you know will have your back if the going gets tough. Shawn Nelson (Tile crew), Steve Jordan (Plumber) and Donn Vacek (Painter) are BFAW's at the Omaha Correctional Center. They describe the entire maintenance team as a close-knit group.

"Having these guys around makes the job a whole lot easier," said Nelson. "I've been at NDCS for 20 years and have had multiple positions. They are always willing to help out and if you miss a day, you can rely...Read more

Maintenance crew goes above and beyond

February 5, 2020

Facility Maintenance Specialist McVean works with the women at the Nebraska Correctional Center for Women four nights a week teaching them construction classes and working on with them on various projects around the facility. “In the last four months, these ladies have accomplished a lot of work in maintenance,” said McVean.

The first large project they tackled was cleaning the barn. In less than a week, they organized it, cleaned both floors, built shelving units and carried out every piece of trash. They also removed and installed new vinyl composite tile flooring in the canteen, helped install carpet in administration...Read more

NDCS volunteer highlighted in Nebraska Wesleyan University magazine

February 5, 2020

NDCS volunteer Dr. Kristie Pfabe tells Nebraska Wesleyan University why she dedicates her time teaching math to the men at the Lincoln Correctional Center and what she's learning from them too.

Read her inspiring story HERE .

#NDCSVolunteers #GiveBack #EducationPreventsRecidivismRead more

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