This Week's Corrections Connection
Thursday | March 13, 2008
EDITOR'S CORNER
To kick off this month's architecture focus, the firm Sally Swanson Architects submitted an article about its design of a new programs and
educational building at the Muriel Wright Residential
Center in San Jose, California. Company CEO and article author, Sally Swanson, describes the factors considered in designing and building the center, and discusses the details behind its form and function with center probation manager, Laura Wegl.
Jim
Editor, Corrections.com
FEATURED STORY
Architecture for juvenile justice
By Sally Swanson
Building opportunities
The Muriel Wright Residential Center (MWRC is a correctional center focusing on the needs of
detained teenagers. The youth have the opportunity to attend
MWRC instead of serving time at Juvenile Hall. MWRC’s
programs offer counseling, group self-help, educational
classes and team building activities.
Sally Sawnson Architects was commissioned by the County of Santa Clara to
design a new administrative and classroom facility. The project
consisted of new construction as well as modernization of the
existing facilities. MWRC provides a secure yet therapeutic
environment. The overall theme of the facility is focused on
healing, learning, hope and guidance all interwoven with
security reflecting the Department of Probation guidelines. Full Story
Send us your article or story ideas.
READER FEEDBACK
Regarding Leaders vs. Managers, 2/24/08
Your article was right on the money! My organization has none of the
management/leadership qualities you described to promote positive moral.
Thanks!
JE, Minnesota
Regarding Super-scary superbugs, 2/24/08
I find it interesting that people within institutional settings (i.e., hospitals, etc.) might think that “turning a blind eye” or taking a “mums the word” stance on MRSA is the proper approach. I believe that total transparency in operations (excepting security concerns such as movement and specific disclosure addressed by HIPAA) can only serve to achieve further cooperation with persons and organizations capable of providing aid and assistance, especially in situations affecting the health and well-being of those we are sworn to protect and serve.
Jon A. Eichelberg, Substance Abuse Counselor, Indiana
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LOOKING AHEAD
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Focus Issues 2008
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CORRECTIONS.COM FEATURE STORIES
In the year 2028
Resisting a reference to Doc Brown and his DeLorean time machine is tough, especially since last week’s Northeast Technology and Product Assessment Committee (NTPAC) spring meeting so successfully brought the focus of its corrections audience “back to the future.” Full story
Keeping the faith
L Political pundits say they can’t remember a U.S. presidential campaign where religion became such a lightning-rod issue so early on, if even for a short time. Full story
A matter of choices, part II - The interview cometh
I had been anticipating a call for an interview at the detention center, but after a few days turned into a couple of weeks I had pushed the thought to the back of my mind. Full story
BUSINESS NEWS
Bob Barker Company adds complete first aid system
Bob Barker Company recently announced the addition of the All-Ready Complete First Aid System to their extensive line of detention products. More
Bob Barker Company to Give $5,000 Grand Prize to the “Biggest Winner”
The nearly 200 employees at Bob Barker Company have an exciting challenge in front of them and plenty of incentive to go with it. More
The nearly 200 employees at Bob Barker Company now have access to 3,500 world-class online business and computer training courses with the implementation of an e-Learning program.
The nearly 200 employees at Bob Barker Company now have access to 3,500 world-class online business and computer training courses with the implementation of an e-Learning program. More
CAREER WATCH
Wis. secretary appoints new superintendentJeff Radcliffe has become the new superintendent for the Marshall E. Sherrer Correctional Center in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. He succeeds former MESCC superintendent Sharon Williams, who became Milwaukee County’s Regional Chief of Community Corrections last year. Full story |
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EVENTS
American Jail Association Training Conference & Jail Expo
The American Jail Association invites you to join them at their 27th annual Training Conference & Jail Expo, May 4-8, 2008, in Sacramento, California.
Direct supervision and management, NIC legal issues, defusing violence, and many more topics will be discussed. A session for first time attendees and a board of directors installation ceremony will also be featured during the week’s events.
For more information, see the exciting AJA conference overview, or register here.
Don’t miss the American Jail Association’s 27th annual Training Conference & Jail Expo, May 4-8, 2008, in Sacramento, California.
National Gang Conference, Gangs Across America
Date: 3/20 - 21/08
GangsAcrossAmerica.com is a website and intelligence group created by cops for cops and it is holding an intensive gang information-sharing conference on March 20th and 21st, 2008 in Las Vegas. This is the only conference that brings together the most respected and experienced gang experts from across America! More
Verbal Judo - Excellence in Tactical Communications
Date: 4/14/08
Goals Of This Course - Conflict Management, Enhance Personal Safety, Diffuse Potentially Dangerous Situations, and more. More
Rapid HIV Testing & Diagnosing Acute HIV Infection
Date: 4/16/08
A live satellite video conference & Webcast on Rapid HIV Testing & Diagnosing Acute HIV Infection More
QUOTE OF THE WEEK
"Hope is tomorrow's veneer over today's disappointment."
- Evan Esar (1899-1995) American humorist, whose quotes are commonly found in Crossword puzzles.
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