Beyond the Badge
In Beyond the Badge, we highlight CDCR employees and retirees, their careers and efforts to achieve work-life balance through hobbies, volunteering and community involvement.
Despite rain, California Correctional Institution (CCI) at Tehachapi celebrated staff with their CCi-nco de Mayo Fest held May 5. In...
The Honor Guard from Calipatria (CAL) and Centinela (CEN) State Prisons participated in the Imperial Valley Law Enforcement Memorial. The...
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As Calipatria State Prison (CAL)’s Mental Health Nurse Educator, Registered Nurse Monique Purdy works behind the scenes to help nurses strengthen their skills, understand...
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In honor of Teachers Appreciation Week, CDCR recognizes the efforts and dedication of educators giving incarcerated students a chance to...
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Centinela State Prison Warden Andre Green welcomed local dignitaries and staff to honor victims and survivors of crime during the...
Headquarters (HQ) staff from CDCR and CCHCS rolled up their sleeves to donate through a blood drive in Elk Grove....
During spring break on an early Thursday morning, 240 Junior Cadets reported for this year’s Academy at Centinela State Prison....
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The gymnasium at California Medical Facility (CMF) in Vacaville was transformed for the annual banquet honoring Paws for Life K-9...
A mother’s work ethic and positive outlook inspired her daughter to continue the legacy and follow in her CDCR career...
During Women’s History Month, CCHCS staff are reflecting on the women who helped shape their careers, highlighting how mentorship from...
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