Corporal Anthony Judd, of the McCook Work Ethic Camp, recently organized and led The Gladiator Combine. This physical competition consists of various exercises such as Cable Chest Press, 40 Meter Dash, Max Rep Chin Up, V-Sit Reach, 20 Yard Shuttle Run and the Long Jump.

Each category tests different variables of an athlete. Scoring is based against each individual's weight. The end score gives the individual an idea of how athletic they are and what they can do to improve.

Corporal Judd states that he creates these competitions so the participants can get confirmation of their hard work and he likes that each...Read more

Bradley Schernikau received the 2019 Excellence in Mentoring award with the Nebraska Department of Correctional Services (NDCS). He’s been with NDCS for 13 years as a Canteen Supervisor.

“It’s nice to be recognized and it’s humbling,” said Schernikau. “It’s nice to be recognized by your peers.”

Schernikau was nominated for his positive and professional attitude and passes that onto new hires through giving them an excellent learning environment as an instructor and mentor. He’s able to adapt his training to each new teammate’s learning style. He acts as a role model as he did not call in sick during the entire...Read more

Religious and Volunteer Coordinator Geri Knight received the Nebraska Department of Correctional Services (NDCS) Outstanding Ambassador Award on Friday, May 22, 2019, for her continuous effort to promote the credibility of not only the Nebraska Correctional Youth Facility (NCYF) but NDCS as a whole. Knight was recognized for her efforts to go above and beyond every day – she assists case management, takes travel orders, is a SERVES team member, president of the EAC, and doesn’t hesitate to step up regardless of the situation.

“Ms. Knight is quick to recognize when someone is struggling and makes a genuine effort to offer...Read more