SCI Pine Grove’s Corrections Emergency Response Team (CERT) once again supported the Indiana County Camp Cadet, a camp for 13–15-year-olds hosted by PA State Police. Cadets were given the opportunity to try on CERT equipment and run through an obstacle course and formations set by

The reentry team at SCI Fayette recognized an incarcerated individual for his outstanding work as a Peer Assistant in the Reentry Service Office. In addition to supporting Reentry Parole Agent Richard Swank, the inmate created a game for a Benefits Workshop—and that game is

When the SCI Waymart education team needed new, modern desks for a classroom, Business Occupations Teacher Mary Beth Pasqualicchio reached out to Pennsylvania Correctional Industries. Pasqualicchio gathered the measurements of her classroom and an image of the desks she had in

Check out these tiny canvases pained by reentrants and employees at Pittsburgh CCC! This is an ongoing summer project that is displayed in the center’s living room. Artists were tasked with creating a fun masterpiece on a tiny 4-inch by 4-inch canvas.

We’re proud to announce the 2025 edition of All Paws on Deck is now live! This newsletter features information and testimonials from each of our #PrisonPups programs—as well as plenty of photos of the adorable puppies. Check it out ⤵ pa.gov/content/dam/co… Special thank you

SCI Cambridge Springs hosted the American Red Cross for a blood drive in the facility visiting room on July 30. A total of 18 units of blood was collected! While all of the donations were significant, there was a standout moment in the midst of the day when ABE Teacher Emma Campbell—who

Today we go #BackToSchool with SCI Houtzdale Electrical Trade Instructor Neil McConnell! A meaningful moment for Mr. McConnell was the first time he heard of a former student getting a job on the outside, which made his efforts feel really worth it. He said his motivation for

PADOC employees supported #NationalNightOut events throughout Pennsylvania last week as they visited with members of their local communities. Parole, prison, and recruitment staff members shared about careers in corrections, handed out treats and educational materials, and showed

Nineteen inmates from SCI Waymart and SCI Dallas successfully completed an intensive two-week training on their journey to become Certified Peer Specialists (CPS). These individuals will now take an exam to obtain their certification by the Pennsylvania Certification Board. CPS

Last month, the SCI Cambridge Springs Honor Guard participated in the Cambridge Springs Fireman’s Parade. The community reached out to the Honor Guard team requesting their presence in leading the parade with the presentation of colors. Honor Guard Leader CFMM1 Greg Merritt was

SCI Phoenix launched a new program this spring for incarcerated individuals with disabilities called the Handicapable Fitness Program (HFP). This first-of-its-kind program recognizes a population that is often overlooked and gives them the opportunity to improve their fitness and

The SCI Somerset Honor Guard presented the colors at a bridge dedication ceremony on Aug. 1 for Seaman Second Class Earl Jackson Peters of the USS Indianapolis. During his service in World War II, S2 Peters—a native of Somerset County—was reported missing and ultimately declared

SCI Greene participated in the 23rd Annual Stuff the Bus collection for school supplies in conjunction with the Greene County United Way. Check out all the great supplies Greene employees donated!

The SCI Cambridge Springs inmate organization Women Helping Others (WHO) hosted a Day of Responsibility on July 18. The day consisted of presentations by guest speakers from the community, including one by Gigi Kilroe from the Office of Victim Advocate. Incarcerated attendees