In this Weekender Digest, we look at veterans, a retiring leader, promotions and program graduates.
Compressing the week’s stories into this new weekly digest is another way to help keep our busy staff up to date with the latest news.
Honoring Veterans
Podcast, Veterans Day round up and more
Stories of veterans in CDCR and CCHCS dominated Inside CDCR content for the week. The week kicked off with a story on a veteran graduating the academy (video by Rob Stewart, television special with the Office of Public and Employee Communications). Meanwhile, TV Specialist Clarissa Resultan filmed the Correctional Training Facility at Soledad’s event. There were also recruiters who attended multiple military airshows across California. Avenal State Prison hosted their annual Veterans Day Walk. The department also released a new special Veterans Day episode of the CDCR Unlocked podcast. Lastly, staff and the incarcerated marked Veterans Day through various events and activities across California. The Week in Review also highlighted veterans.
Appointments & Promotions
Executive officer appointed to Board of Parole Hearings
Scott Wyckoff has been appointed executive officer of the Board of Parole Hearings. Governor Gavin Newsom announced the appointment Friday, Nov. 8. Read the story.
Kern Valley holds promotion ceremony
One captain and five sergeants were recognized during Kern Valley State Prison’s recent promotion ceremony. Read the full story.
Retirement
Office of Correctional Safety chief retiring after nearly 30 years of public service
Derrick Marion began his state career nearly 30 years ago. He’s held various positions with Alcohol Beverage Control and CDCR. Since 2015, he’s overseen a staff of 170 people as chief of the Office of Correctional Safety. Learn about Marion’s career and how he has maintained a health-focused work/life balance. Read the story.
Rehabilitation
SATF sees 150 graduate programs
In September and October, the Substance Abuse Treatment Facility (SATF) held seven graduations to recognize 150 students. Read the story.
Obituaries
Officer Christopher Martinez killed in auto accident
Christopher Martinez, a correctional officer, passed away following a vehicle accident while on his way to work Nov. 9, 2024. Read his story or view the obituaries category.
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