December 2007 Advocate Employee Newsletter

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Inside this issue: Delta, Varner piloting entrance monitoring Director’s Corner 2 The Delta Regional Unit Deputy Director Feb. 7 Director’s Roast 2 and the Varner Unit are pi- Larry May, seated, watches as 2007 Santa Central 3 loting a new biometric entrance monitoring program Glenn Fishback, a Admin. Services lunch 4 for the department. Marquis Software Development con- Admin. Services awards 5 “During the first full sultant, demon- United Way campaign 6 week of February, we hope strates an en- to go live on entrance moni- trance monitoring 6 Staff changes toring with the two pilot device. Department Briefs 6 sites,” said Kathy Gattin, Employee Spotlight 7 ADC Applications Systems Photos by Coordinator. “At that time, Joyce Recipe Roundup 7 Delta and Varner should be Taylor ADCRA meets 8 operating with a fully func- and eventually the inmate firm the success of each Locking your PC 8 tioning entrance monitoring population. step as we move for- program for inmate visita- ADC is a pioneer when ward,” Gattin said. 9 Guilty plea in theft tion.” it comes to this new tech- “Progress may seem Know the policies 9 Staff attended a pre- nology. slow at times but it is testing session on Dec. 19. Scholarships available 9 “To ensure that we important to take the The initial phase of the have a fully functional and time needed because we 10 Health Matters project is based on the veri- successful entrance mon- are launching new tech- Physical assessments 11 fication/ID validation of toring program, we must nology and we are defi- anyone who passes through Be a loser/winner 11 continue to take whatever nitely breaking new ADC entrance buildings on time is necessary to con- ground.” Governor’s Service Awards 12 a regular basis for inmate Promotions & New Hires 13 visitation. The next group identified through this proc- ADC Training 14 ess will include employees, ADC Calendar 15 volunteers, contract staff, Contact us 16 Fred Roesdel, center, a consult- ant with Marquis Software De- velopment, discusses some of Santa the features of entrance moni- Central toring with Varner Warden success Grant Harris and DRU Warden Mark Cashion, standing left to Page 3 right, and Varner Major Jesse Davis and Deputy Director Larry May, seated left to right.

Page 2 ADC Advocate Director’s Corner They were also right. stead, it outlined horrible, goodness someone was Meanwhile in another unspeakable crimes and still at home to take care part of Arkansas, a baby said the police thought he of her baby. girl was born into a family was to blame. As he sat in These two inmates with a well-established the county jail waiting for aren't related and they're business. You might even trial, the veneer of perfec- not friends. They came say she was from a family tion began to peel away. from different parts of of entrepreneurs. Her Beneath it lay secret addic- the state, and they had mother, father, stepmother, tions that enslaved him. different backgrounds stepfather and brother were Alcohol, cocaine, mari- and different lifestyles. all involved to some extent. juana, pills - he had done But they both ended up In her home, higher educa- them all - way too often in the same place, wres- Larry Norris tion wasn't pushed much. and way too long. When tling with the same con- ADC Director Learning by example was the judge's gavel fell, all sequences of addiction. much more important and that potential and promise Someday both of them He was his parents pride she learned enough to fol- was gone, replaced with 25 will go home. Until then, and joy; a baby boy who grew low in the family's foot- years in prison. we have work to do. We into a good looking young steps. What else was she to When she came to must provide the tools man. For those on the outside do? After all, they had been prison, no one was really and lessons they need to looking in, he appeared to in business for years. surprised. In her family's rebuild their lives. Sure, have it all. He earned a col- Maybe the product would line of work, prison is just it's a tough assignment. lege degree from a fine change from time to time, considered the price of do- But no one ever said cor- school and was blessed with a but their line of work al- ing business. That's just rections was easy. good head for business. Eve- ways stayed the same. For the way it is in the meth If you think about it, rybody who knew him swore her, continuing the legacy trade. You sell some, you though, we already have that he was well on his way to just seemed like the right do some, and eventually a head start. Because we the good life. There was a lot thing to do. It wasn't. you and your habit get know that every inmate of talk among his family and When the prediction caught. In her case, just is a unique person with a friends of the huge headlines came true and the golden about the whole family has unique story that just this golden boy was bound to boy made headlines, no one done some time. In fact, needs a better ending. make someday. They said it could believe the story. The two or three of them were Now all we have to do is jokingly, but truth be told, paper didn't tell of some locked up the day she ar- help them write it. they were totally serious. grand accomplishment. In- rived for intake. Thank Roasting of the Director set for Feb. 7 at Harbor Oaks in Pine Bluff The Arkansas Associa- Bronze Member: $8 ciation’s motto states, Join AACET by Jan. tion of Correctional Em- Silver Member: $6 “When you join, we all 31 and receive discount ployee Trust is hosting the Gold Member: $4 win.” ticket prices for the “Roasting of the Director”, To purchase a ticket, Membership is avail- “Roasting of the Direc- Larry Norris, on Feb. 7 at please contact Jane Man- able at three levels: Gold tor”. To join, complete 5:30 p.m. at Harbor Oaks in ning at 870-267-6209 or ($7.50 per pay period); Sil- an Employee Member- Pine Bluff. Carla Simmons at 870-267- ver ($5 per pay period) and ship form and return by Come out for an evening 6988. Bronze ($2 per pay pe- mail to 2403 East Hard- of fun, entertainment and If you’re not a member riod). Those who sign up ing Avenue, Pine Bluff, dinner. This fundraiser will of the AACET, consider for a Gold membership AR 71601. For more in- benefit the newly estab- joining and continue to take will receive a polo shirt. formation, visit www. lished AACET. care of our officers and Silver members receive a ADCAACET.org or call Ticket prices for the roast staff in times of crisis by hat and Bronze members Kevin Murphy at 870- vary based on membership: making this tax-deductible receive an identification 850-8524. Non Member: $10 contribution. As the asso- holder. December 2007 Page 3

2007 Santa Central assists 30 ADC families thanks to generous staff

The 2007 Santa Central Pro- way you participated in our ject helped make the holidays project you are truly appre- brighter for many ADC fami- ciated. Without your sup- lies. Because of the outpouring port Santa Central would Left: Volunteer of support from staff members, not be possible.” Services Coordina- 30 families with a total of 72 Staff members also sup- tor Carla Simmons children were assisted this year. ported the effort by buying gathers together “It was great to see the in- baked goods, pizza and ear- some of the many credible amount of love and rings that were sold through gifts collected for generosity shown to these fami- fundraisers generating more Santa Central. lies,“ said Carla Simmons, Vol- than $700. unteer Services Coordinator. The purpose of Santa “Thanks to everyone who se- Central is to assist members lected an angel from our Angel of the ADC who are experi- Tree, gave monetary donations encing hardships during the or donated food. Thank you holiday season. Santa Cen- also to those of you who do- tral is not a program of the nated your time for wrapping, ADC, but is supported by sorting, shopping, loading, or volunteers and agency em- delivering gifts. In whatever ployees. Left: Boxes and boxes of gifts that were bought by Right: Kevin Glover of staff for ADC the Diagnostic Unit families fill a room delivers freshly- at Central Office. wrapped gifts to be distributed by Santa Central.

Left: Central Office staff member Susan Kleiner shows off some of the earrings she crafted and sold to Above: The Santa Central An- raise $170 for Above: With help from Volunteer Services gel Tree with the names of doz- Santa Central. Coordinator Carla Simmons, right, ADC ens of children hangs on the staff member Cheryl Edwards selects an door of the Volunteer Services angel for Administration Annex East staff to Coordinator. adopt. Page 4 ADC Advocate

Admin. Services hosts holiday luncheon; employee awards The 2007 Administrative Ser- Magness cited the day to vice Luncheon featured plenty of day work of the ADC and good food and good company. talked about the role that the During the Dec. 14 event, staff entire state played in Hurri- members were recognized for cane Katrina recovery efforts. years of service and outstanding Administrative Services service in various areas. Adminis- Assistant Director Sheila trative Services covers Human Sharp read her rendition of Resources, Warehouse Opera- ‘Twas the Night Before Board of Corrections Chair- Administrative Services tions, Fiscal Affairs, Accounting Christmas’ followed by the man Benny Magness was the Assistant Director Sheila Control/Banking, Accounting Op- presentation of employee luncheon speaker. Sharp read a humorous erations, Information Systems, awards and door prizes. holiday poem. Procurement and Planning and Research. Board of Corrections Chair- Right: Staff man Benny Magness served as members the speaker for this year’s lunch- go through eon. the line “This is a great organization,” during the he said of the Arkansas Depart- buffet-style ment of Correction. “You’re im- holiday luncheon. portant and what you do is important.” Above: Staff member Cindy Windle collects a poinsettia as a door Right: Offi- prize. cers from Central Warehouse For more employee chat before awards, see page 5 the luncheon begins. Below, left to right: Jeanette McCaskill (5-year service award), Purchasing Employee of the Year Robin Oliver and Dick Arnold (5-year service award) with their supervisor Administrative Ser- vices Procurement Manager Teresa Funderburg.

Above: Left to right, HR Administrator Kevin Murphy with HR Em- ployee of the Year (Classification & Compensation) Janiene McCormack, HR Employee of the Year (Benefits & Policy) Joanna Johnson, Toni Bradley (20-year service award) and HR Employee of the Year (Employment) Beverly Childress. December 2007 Page 5

Admin. Services staff recognized for service, leadership

Administrative Services staff stellar staff members. members were recognized for their leadership and years of services during the Admin. Services holiday luncheon on Dec. 14. Staff were honored from many areas including accounting control, information technology, Gail Malone Jimmy Sherman training, purchasing, and employ- Trustfund Cen- HR Employee of the Year — ment tral Banking Employee of Training Kevin Murphy, received Rick Norton, Supervi- Congratulations to all of these the Year the 2007 Administra- sor of the Year — Ad- tors’ Special Recognition ministrative Award. Services.

Left to right: Regina Goldman (10-year service award), Donna Heflin (15-year service award) and Accounting Control Employee of the Year Linda James with Above: Bobby G. Smith (5-year service their supervisor, Accounting Controller Jeff Jerry. award), left, with supervisor George Brewer.

Information Tech- nology Employee Supervisor of the of the Year Lisa Year Pam Wilson, Hollowell, left, right, with her su- with her supervi- pervisor, HR Ad- sor IT Administra- ministrator Kevin tor Rhonda Murphy. Westerman.

Accounting Op- Johnny Baxter (20- erations Employee year service award), of the Year Debbie left, and Warehouse Goolsby, right, Employee of the with her supervi- Year Joyce Brown, sor Accounting right, with their su- Operations Ad- pervisor Warehouse Operations Admin- ministrator Ron Manning. istrator Kay Skillen. Page 6 ADC Advocate

Pledges to 2007 United Way campaign surpass ADC’s $80,000 goal The Arkansas Department of Cor- Last year, ADC units and divi- rection surpassed its $80,000 goal for sions generated pledges and dona- the 2007 United Way campaign— tions totaling $78,398.62. Each generating a whopping $88,710.02 in year, the department sets a goal to pledges and donations. generate more dollars to go to “Certainly, I want to thank all of programs in the community. the employees who participated in the Through the United Way fund 2007 United Way campaign,” said drive, community-based agencies ADC’s UW Campaign Coordinator are able to provide services to Larry May, “Their actions have once youth, senior citizens, individuals again demonstrated that not only indi- yond its goal, collecting more than and families. vidually but the agency as a whole ca- 88,000 which he called “a truly re- United Way helps provide job res about the quality of life of all the markable figure.” training for people with disabili- families living in the communities “I want to personally thank each ties, meals for homebound senior around the areas where we work.” and every one of you for a job well citizens, crisis counseling, youth May said the agency went well be- done,” he said. development services and more.

Evans, Banks reassigned; Westerman heads ADC IT Division

Effective Jan. 15, Tucker Unit Warden Marvin Evans will be reassigned as warden at the North Central Unit and North Central Unit Warden Jimmy Banks will be reassigned as warden at the Tucker Unit. “Please join me in congratulating these staff members on their reassign- Marvin Evans Jimmy Banks Rhonda Westerman ments and support them as they as- sume their new duties in the ADC,” that the departure of Roger Patton She said Westerman has as- said ADC Director Larry Norris. “I has given us the opportunity to pro- sumed a wealth of knowledge and feel they are an asset to this depart- mote from within resulting in experience while working for ADC ment.” Rhonda Westerman being selected to over the past seven years, and is The ADC also has a new Informa- serve as the ADC IT Administrator,” known among management as tion Technology Administrator. said Assistant Director for Adminis- someone they can call on to get “I am very pleased to announce trative Services Sheila Sharp. things done. Department Briefs

Basic Correctional Officers’ ADC family. Always remember Have you checked out the new Training Class 2007-O began on “honor and integrity in public Human Resources information Oct. 22, 2007, with 55 cadets and service” when doing your job. and forms available online? 43 graduated on Dec. 7, 2007. BCOT There’s a whole new section on Class 2007-P began on Nov. 12, benefits and FAQs (frequently 2007, with 59 cadets and 30 The character trait for the month asked questions) that cover areas graduated on Dec. 28, 2007. of January is availability. It means such as training, employment and Congratulations to all of these being qualified and willing to serve payroll. Visit www.arkansas.gov. new officers and welcome to the or assist others. doc. December 2007 Page 7

Employee Spotlight: Mary S. Jones

Mary S. Jones believes cational technical schools,” “I feel good at the end that education is important. Jones said. of the day,” she said. “If I Her love of learning helped Based at the Administra- have helped one person— land her a job as the ADC’s tion Annex East, Jones also that’s a great accomplish- Vocational Technical Edu- works with classification ment. That’s a great feel- cation Coordinator. officers to help increase en- ing.” Before coming to the rollment. Classes are of- The University of Ar- department in 1999, Jones fered at Tucker, Grimes, kansas at Pine Bluff had worked for the Pine McPherson and Varner. graduate says one of her Bluff School District and Jones said the mission favorite quotes is: “We for a program funded by of the Riverside Vocational are what we repeatedly the Job Training Partner- Mary S. Jones Technical School program do. Excellence, then, is ADC’s Vo-Tech Coordinator ship Act. She also previ- is to “provide vocational not an act but a habit.” ously worked as a case technical educational op- When she’s not work- worker for the Department vo-tech training and plac- portunities to all qualified ing, the Lake Village na- of Human Services and as ing them into the requested persons incarcerated in the tive enjoys reading, mov- an investigator for SCAN program as space is avail- Department of Correction, ies, music and shopping. (Suspect Child Abuse and able. thus enabling them to enter Jones has been married Neglect). She also conducts orien- the world of work with for more than 25 years to “I’ve been dealing with tation for the vo-tech, pro- skills necessary to succeed a “wonderful man.” The children and adults just viding pamphlets, sign-in in their chosen profes- couple have three chil- about all of my life,” she sheets and videos to the Di- sions.” dren and one grandson. said of her career agnostic Unit for new com- “If we can help them get Jones is also a god- As the department’s Vo- mitments entering the into some type of program, mother to two boys. cational Technical Educa- prison system. maybe we can keep them “I just love my fam- tion Coordinator, one of “This is done to make form coming back (to ily,” she said. “They Jones’ main duties is an- sure all the inmates receive prison),” Jones said, adding mean the world to me.” swering inmate requests for information regarding vo- that she enjoys her job. Recipe Roundup

Ingredients: 1 package frozen won ton Sausage Stars wrappers (or egg roll wrap- Brush with vegetable oil. 2 cups (1 pound) cooked pers cut into fourths) crumbled sausage Bake 5 minutes until vegetable oil. golden. 1 1/4 cups grated sharp ched-

dar cheese Remove from tins and Directions place on baking sheet. 1 1/2 cups grated Monterey Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Jack cheese Fill with sausage mixture. Blot sausage dry with paper 1 cup prepared Hidden Valley towels and combine with Bake 5 minutes or until Ranch Original Ranch Salad cheeses salad dressing mix, bubbly.

Dressing Mix olives and red pepper. This is a great Makes 4 or 5 dozen. appetizer. 1 Cup (2.25 oz.) sliced ripe Lightly grease a mini or Submitted by Evelyn olives regular muffin tin and press Hosman, Central Office 1/2 cup chopped red pepper one wrapper in each cup. Page 8 ADC Advocate

ADC Retirement Association hosts quarterly meeting, dinner

The Arkansas Depart- president. Lanehart has Chief Deputy ment of Correction Retire- moved up to become presi- Director Ray ment Association hosted its dent of the organization. Hobbs, right, quarterly meeting/Christmas Linda Bradley was congratulates Dinner on Dec. 6 at the Ad- elected second vice presi- Charles ministration Annex East. dent of the ADCRA and Lanehart with a It was a time to enjoy a John Edmonson was certificate for his service as good meal, reminisce about elected first vice president. ADCRA first days past and catch up with The ADCRA’s next vice president. what’s going on in each oth- quarterly meeting will be Lanehart is now ers lives. held in March. president. The quarterly meeting Any retired employee also provided a chance to from the ADC may join the take care of some association ADCRA as a retiree mem- business. ber. Any current employee Chief Deputy Direc- Outgoing president Mary who has 25 years of service tor Ray Hobbs, Lou Sampson was presented or is within 3 years of the right, congratulates a plaque of appreciation for age for retirement may outgoing ADCRA her service as president of join. Dues are $12 per cal- President Mary Lou the organization. endar year. To become a Sampson and pre- Charles Lanehart remember or if you have any sents her with a plaque. ceived an award of apprecia- questions, contact Kevin tion for his time as first vice Murphy at 870-850-8524.

Left: Members of the ADC Retirement Asso- ciation meet and greet each other before their quarterly meeting gets underway.

Keep electronic files secure; Use Auto System Lock on your PC When you’re away from the selection menu. want to use. In the “Wait” check mark appears indi- your computer for a while, In the Display Properties box, change the setting to a cating that it is turned on. always keep the system box, click on the “Screen time of 15 minutes or less. Click on OK. You are locked so it can’t be ac- Saver” tab. Depending on your op- done. cessed. To configure “Auto In the “Screen saver” erating system, you will Note that anytime you System Lock” on your PC: area, click on the drop down also see a small checkbox want to quickly lock your Right-click on any open menu arrow for the screen next to the words computer, press Ctrl Alt area of your desktop (not on saver name selection box. In “Password Protect” or “On Delete on your keyboard. any program icons) . the drop down list, click on resume password protect”. Click on the Lock Com- Click on “Properties” in the screen saver that you Click on that box so that a puter button. December 2007 Page 9

Ex-employee pleads guilty to theft from employee association A former ADC employee has tered a plea of guilty to theft in Jack- Gates had served as treasurer of pleaded guilty to a Class B felony son County Circuit Court on Dec. 5. the employee association while work- in a case involving theft from an Gates was sentenced to 48 months ing at the Grimes Unit. She hired in employee association. probation and must pay a $1,000 when that facility was operated by the Kathy Gates, whose employ- fine, court costs, and more than Wackenhut Corp. Gates was termi- ment was terminated in 2004, en- $8,100 in restitution. nated on Jan. 31, 2004.

ADC policies: Recommended reading for better job performance Knowing ADC policy will help 3. It is the policy of the ADC that See the quiz answers below. you as you do your job within the de- ______exists regarding the For more information, check partment. Become familiar with pol- rape of an inmate by staff or other in- out the ADC Employee Handbook icy and follow it. See how well you mates. and review the Administrative do with the following policy quiz: 4. It shall be the policy of the depart- Regulations online at www. 1. When reporting an incident, the ment to permit only those inmate arkansas.gov. Click on Publica- employee shall immediately complete ______items that are necessary tions on the left side of the Home- a Form F-____. for institutional life and do not endan- page. Next, click on Administra- 2. It is the policy of this agency to ger the security or the safety of staff tive Regulations. Click on the provide an environment where em- or other inmates. number or name of the regulation ployees can work together comforta- 5. It shall be the policy of the depart- you want to review.

bly and productively, free from ment to have procedures in place that Answers

______. (It) detect and deter the introduction, contraband. 5.

is prohibited by state and federal law manufacture, possession, and/or con- property 4. “zero-tolerance” 3. and will not be tolerated. veyance of ______. harassment sexual 2. 005 1.

Red Ribbon Run scholarship application deadline April 1

It’s time again for high school stu- ployees of the Department of Correc- when monies are available and dents to consider applying for Red tion). voted on by the committee shall Ribbon Run scholarships. Four $500 Scholarship Guidelines: the number and dollar amount scholarships are available for graduat- — Scholarships will be given to a change). ing seniors. These scholarships are graduating high school senior. —Scholarship monies will be used intended for employee’s children who —The recipient must attend an ac- for tuition, books, fees or equip- will be graduating from high school in credited college or university in the ment. 2008. Scholarships are also intended Arkansas. — The scholarship check will be for any graduating seniors from high — The recipient must be a citizen of made payable to the college or ac- schools located in Jefferson County. the United States. credited school. The scholarship application is to — The number of hours a scholarship —The applicant must have a 2.0 be completed in its entirety and re- recipient must carry will be 12 hours point grade average to be eligible turned to the Shirley Lowe at Central or more per semester. for a scholarship from the Depart- Office by April 1, 2008. Scholarship — The Red Ribbon Run Committee ment of Correction – Red Ribbon applications will be provided to the or an appointed designee will look at Run Committee. following schools: Pine Buff High the financial need of each applicant. Scholarship applications must School, Dollarway High School, Wat- (Proof of financial need should be be completed in full before the son Chapel High School, White Hall given on the application). committee will accept them. High School and Altheimer High — The number of scholarships given If you have any questions, School. (Also includes all high this year will be four and the amount please call Shirley Lowe at 870- schools attended by students of em- will be $500 per school year. (Only 267-6215. Page 10 ADC Advocate

Health Matters

Balance your diet: Healthy eating is important at any age A balanced diet is im- cooked vegetables: half a portant for everyone. Eating cup, or the size of a ten- right and staying healthy nis ball. Strive to live a affects your entire life. Poor healthy lifestyle — Bagel or muffin: 1 eating habits are directly eat a nutritious diet. ounce, or the size of a linked to the burden of ping pong ball. chronic disease in Arkansas Cheese: 1 ounce, or and increased health risks the size of a woman's of Arkansans. in the aging population are: watch how much you eat thumb, or dice stacked A recent Behavioral Heart disease especially when eating out. together. Risk Factor Surveillance Cancer People always underesti- Butter, oil, margarine: Survey indicated that: Stroke mate how much they eat. 1 teaspoon, or the size of 30 percent of Arkansans Chronic lower respira- According to the Arkansas a stamp. age 65 and older are over- tory diseases Department of Health, this Salad dressing: 2 ta- weight Diabetes is what a "real" portion or blespoons, or the size of 20 percent are obese Your chance of suffering single serving should be: an ice cube. 70 percent of Arkansans from these diseases can be Meat, chicken, fish: 3 Raw vegetables: 1 age 65 and older do not reduced by living a healthy ounces, or the size of deck cup, or the size of a base- meet the five-a-day recom- lifestyle. You can begin by of cards, or the palm of a ball. mendations for fruit and eating a nutritious diet. Not woman's hand. vegetable consumption only do you need to eat the Pasta (cooked), rice Source: http://www. Leading causes of death right foods, but you must (cooked), oatmeal, potatoes, arkansas.gov/ha/nutrition/

Want to lose weight in 2008? Make a commitment to physical activity In the past 30 years, the helps to control weight; con- — Play volleyball for prevalence of overweight tributes to healthy bones, 45-60 minutes. and obesity has increased muscles, and joints; reduces — Play touch foot- sharply for both adults and falls among older adults; ball for 45 minutes. children. helps to relieve the pain of — Walk 1 3/4 mile People who are obese are arthritis; reduces symptoms of for 30 minutes. at increased risk for heart anxiety and depression; and is — Play basketball disease, high blood pressure, associated with fewer hospi- (shooting baskets) for 30 diabetes, arthritis-related talizations, physician visits, minutes. disabilities, and some can- and medications. fits of physical activity, — Dance for 30 min- cers. Sensible eating can Physical activity doesn’t more than 50 percent of utes. help a person lose weight have to be strenuous to be U.S. adults don’t get —Bicycle 5 miles for along with exercise. beneficial. For example, enough to provide health 30 minutes. Regular physical activity adults of all ages benefit from benefits. — Water aerobics for reduces people’s risk for moderate-intensity physical If you’re interested in 30 minutes. heart attack, colon cancer, activity, such as 30 minutes boosting your physical — Swim laps for 20 diabetes, and high blood of brisk walking most days of activity level, consider minutes pressure and may reduce the week. these tips for moderate their risk for stroke. It also Despite the proven bene- amounts of exercise: Continued on Page 11 December 2007 Page 11

Physical assessments put ADC officers’ job readiness to the test To provide security for remain consistent with Many have reported that inmates, employees and oth- business necessity and de- preparing for it has led ers at ADC units, security termine whether or not an to improvements in their staff members need to be individual constitutes a health, including blood physically fit and able to “direct threat” to the health pressure control, weight perform the job. and safety of others and/or loss and a general over- Physical assessments be- themselves. all improvement in fit- gan for incumbent ADC se- Throughout his or her ness. curity personnel on July 1, career, a correctional offi- During 2007, 1,231 2004. Testing of applicants cer must be able to pass incumbent employees had begun several years ear- the assessment which is took the physical assess- lier. The assessment is de- given every other year. ment. signed specifically for the drag a 150-pound dummy a agency and is based upon specified distance, and the essential physical re- sometimes climb stairs car- “Setting a goal is not the main thing. It is quirements of correctional rying a crate and climb lad- deciding how you will go about achieving officer positions. der rungs like those in a it and staying with that plan.” Depending on the unit of tower. assignment, the correctional Physical assessment test- —– Tom Landry officers being tested must ing began for incumbent run a designated distance, ADC employees in order to

Want to lose weight in 2008? continued from page 10

—- Jump rope for 15 min- swimming at a slow pace. increase activity by under- enjoyable form of exer- utes. You can start out by walk- taking frequent, less cise for many, but care — Run 1 1/2 miles in 15 ing 30 minutes for three strenuous activities. With must be taken to avoid minutes. days a week and can build time, you may be able to injury Common chores can also to 45 minutes of more in- engage in more strenuous help increase your level of tense walking, at least five activities. Competitive Source: Centers for Dis- physical activity. Try: days a week. With this regi- sports, such as tennis and ease Control & Prevention. — Washing and waxing a men, you can burn 100 to volleyball, can provide an car for 46-60 minutes. 200 calories more per day. — Washing windows or All adults should set a long- Be one of ADC’s Biggest Losers floors for 45 to 60 minutes. term goal to get in at least — Raking leaves for 30 30 minutes or more of mod- The ADC Advocate Winners in weight loss minutes. erate-intensity physical ac- is seeking ADC’s Big- are: Emma Fitzpatrick of — Gardening for 30-45 tivity on most, and prefera- gest Losers to feature in the Varner Unit, Steve minutes. bly all, days of the week. an upcoming issue Jones of the Pine — Pushing a stroller 1 1/2 This regimen can be of the newsletter. Bluff Unit and Dee miles for 30 minutes. adapted to other forms of Staff members Ann McClure of the — Walking 2 miles in 30 physical activity, but walk- who have lost 30 Northwest Arkansas minutes ing is good because of its pounds or more Work Release Cen- — Stairwalking for 15 safety and accessibility. within the last year ter. minutes. Also, try to increase "every should contact the Will you be next? Your exercise can be done day" activity such as taking ADC Advocate at Cen- Nominate yourself or a all at one time, or intermit- the stairs instead of the ele- tral Office, 870-267- fellow staff member. tently over the day. Initial vator. Reducing sedentary 6990. Those who share their activities may be walking or time is a good strategy to Some of our past Big stories may inspire others. Page 12 ADC Advocate

ADC recognized by Spirit of 110 Council for involving volunteers

ADC Director Larry Norris, center, recently accepted a certificate recognizing ADC’s inclusion of volunteers from Gov. Mike Beebe, right, and Sherry Davis, Director of the DHS Divi- sion of Volunteerism. The Spirit of 110 Council promotes volunteerism in state agencies and annually recognizes those agencies that involve volunteers in state government. The ADC was in the Top Ten agencies.

Cauley recognized for 30 years of service Governor’s Service Awards and Retirements

November 2007 Texarkana Regional Correc- tion Center Supervisor Retirement: Larry Cauley was recently

M.C. Harris — Diagnostic awarded a certificate of Eddie Milburn — Construction recognition for his three decades of service to the Eddie Jones — Farm Division state of Arkansas. Jesse Still — East Arkansas Barbara Verser — Grimes

10 Years:

James Hipple — Ouachita River Sandra Bonner — Varner Supermax What’s happening? Share your news & photos Gwendola Goins — Cummins Thomas Murphy— Varner The ADC Advocate wants to be featured in the Employee Stacy Wade — Delta Regional hear about what’s happening at Spotlight. units and divisions within the Ar- — Nominate someone to be 20 Years: kansas Department of Correction. featured as one of ADC’s Big-

Eddie Selvey — North Central Staff members are encouraged to gest Losers. Buford Roberts — Construction share news and photos of various — Suggest a story idea Jackie Davis — Maximum Security events and staff accomplishments. — Write a letter Tina Owens — Farm Division You can: For submission guidelines Terance Cass — JCJ/CF — Notify the Advocate about and contact information, please Willie Harris—Admin. East Annex upcoming events see the back page of this news- — Nominate a staff member to letter. December 2007 Page 13

ADC Promotions and New Hires — December * included in December listing

Promotions

*11/30/07 Angela Bookhard Training Representative – Training Academy 12/2/07 Martin Pope Sergeant – McPherson 12/2/07 Terri Brown Grievance Officer – Central Office 12/3/07 Denise Allen Sergeant – JCJ/CF 12/4/07 Sheri Burris Sergeant – North Central 12/4/07 Billy Farris Sergeant – North Central 12/7/07 Burt Daniels Lieutenant – Ouachita 12/10/07 Carol Mitchell Food Production Manager I – Varner 12/10/07 Rhonda Westerman IT Administrator – Information Systems 12/16/07 Daniel Drennon Lieutenant – Benton 12/16/07 Raimundo Holloway Sergeant – Wrightsville 12/16/07 Patrick Walton Sergeant – East Arkansas 12/16/07 Carolyn Ragland Sergeant – Wrightsville 12/16/07 Tracie Sanders Sergeant East – Arkansas 12/17/07 Aaron Rogers Sergeant – Grimes 12/17/07 Justin Tindall Lieutenant – Grimes 12/17/07 Gregory Thompson Sergeant – Diagnostic 12/17/07 Larry Johnson Captain – Varner 12/17/07 Terry Lain Lieutenant – Varner 12/18/07 Faron Clemmons Lieutenant – East Arkansas 12/20/07 Jeanette Townsend Sergeant – Benton 12/30/07 Jimmie Beggs Electrician Supervisor – Construction 12/30/07 James Mallard Lieutenant – East Arkansas

New Hires

12/3/07 Latasha Washington Counselor – Ouachita-MH 12/3/07 Debra Kidwell Commissary Supervisor – JCJ/CF 12/3/07 Blaine Williams Food Production Manager I – North Central 12/3/07 Linda Thomas Payroll Officer – Human Resources 12/5/07 Belinda Berry Secretary I – Central Office 12/11/07 John Morgan Counselor – Ouachita River 12/13/07 Emil Doloroso Maintenance Supervisor I – Tucker 12/17/07 Nancy Brown Document Examiner I – Varner 12/17/07 Andrea Carter Counselor – SOSRA 12/17/07 Kristen Woodbury Document Examiner I – Varner 12/20/07 Sharon Patton-Venable Secretary I – Varner 12/27/07 Natasha Martin Counselor – Varner 12/31/07 Robert Hutcheson Departmental Armorer – Pine Bluff Complex 12/31/07 Steven Slaughter Unit Trainer – Cummins

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JANUARY TRAINING SCHEDULE

Date Title Time Length Location 3 Cultural Awareness 8 a.m. 4 hrs. HR 3 Performance Evaluation 12:30 p.m. 4 hrs. HR 3-4 Introduction to Management 8 a.m. 16 hrs. TA ADC 4 Sexual Harassment/Sexual Misconduct 8 a.m. 5 hrs. TA 4 Structured Interviewing 8 a.m. 4 hrs. HR TRAINING 9 eOMIS Training - Security 8 a.m. 4 hrs. HR 10 Advanced eOMIS Security 8 a.m. 4 hrs. HR In-Service Training Protocol 10 Fair Labor Standards Act 8 a.m. 4 hrs. HR The Training Academy 15 Using Microsoft Word 8 a.m. 4 hrs. HR 17 Identity Theft 8 a.m. 4 hrs. TA wishes to welcome staff to In- 17 Intro. to Computers/Internet Navigation 8 a.m. 4 hrs. HR Service Training. The academy 18 Interpersonal Communications 8 a.m. 8 hrs. TA strives to promote a professional 23 Administering Discipline 8 a.m. 4 hrs. TA environment during your learn- 23 Performance Evaluation 12:30 p.m. 4 hrs. TA ing experience. 24 Basic Microsoft PowerPoint 8 a.m. 4 hrs. HR Listed below is appropriate 24 eOMIS Training - Security 8 a.m. 4 hrs. HR attire for In-Service class partici- 24-25 Management Effectiveness 8 a.m. 16 hrs. TA pation. 29 Inmate Profiles 8 a.m. 4 hrs. TA 30 eOMIS Training - Basic 8 a.m. 4 hrs. HR Shirt —button up or pull over 31 Grievance Prevention and Handling 8 a.m. 5 hrs. HR (please, nothing derogatory, offen- TBA The Human Element 8:30 a.m. 14 hrs. TA sive or inappropriate for professional correctional staff, no T-shirts, no sports team shirts). FEBRUARY TRAINING SCHEDULE Shirt and Tie Date Title Time Length Location Slacks—NO DENIM, no holes or 1 Structured Interviewing 8 a.m. 4 hrs. HR frayed edges. 1 Basic Microsoft PowerPoint 8 a.m. 4 hrs. HR 1 Sexual Harassment/Sexual Misconduct 8 a.m. 5 hrs. TA Dress/Pantsuit—(please, nothing see 4-8 MIPS Safety Class 8 a.m. 40 hrs. TA through, sleeveless or low cut. 5 Administering Discipline 8 a.m. 4 hrs. TA Length should be professional and 5 Performance Evaluation 12:30 p.m. 4 hrs. TA appropriate for professional correc- 5 Grievance Prevention and Handling 9 a.m. 6 hrs. LR-Inter Agency tional staff) 6 eOMIS Training - Security 8 a.m. 4 hrs. HR Shoes—(no flip flops, sandals, ten- 6-7 Management Effectiveness 8 a.m. 16 hrs. TA nis shoes or house slippers). 7 Advanced eOMIS Training - Security 8 a.m. 4 hrs. HR 8 Interpersonal Communications 9 a.m. 6 hrs. LR-Inter Agency Uniforms—must meet Department 8 Written Business Communication 9 a.m. 6 hrs. LR-Inter Agency guidelines 11-15 Training Design & Development 8 a.m. 40 hrs. TA Headgear—allowed only outside of 12 Using Microsoft Word 8 a.m. 4 hrs. HR building (no derogatory or offensive 13 eOMIS Training - Security 8 a.m. 4 hrs. HR wording, symbols, etc.). 13 Dealing with a Multi-Generational Workforce 8 a.m. 8 hrs. TA

Sweats/Shorts/Sport Warm-ups— 14 Intro. to Computers/Internet Navigation 8 a.m. 4 hrs. HR will be considered appropriate only 14 Fair Labor Standards Act 8 a.m. 4 hrs. HR in classes containing physical activi- 14-15 The Human Element 9 a.m. 12 hrs. LR-Inter Agency ties – not during normal In-Service 19 Stress Management 9 a.m. 6 hrs. LR-Inter Agency classes. 19 Cultural Awareness 8 a.m. 4 hrs. HR 19 Performance Evaluation 12:30 p.m. 4 hrs. HR Smoking is not allowed on Academy 19 Interpersonal Communications 8 a.m. 8 hrs. TA property. 20 Basic Microsoft Excel 8 a.m. 4 hrs. HR

Please observe break times and 20 eOMIS Training - Basic 8 a.m. 4 hrs. HR lunch periods. 20-21 Introduction to Management 8 a.m. 16 hrs. TA 21 Grievance Prevention and Handling 8 a.m. 5 hrs. HR Cell phones or pagers need to be on 21-22 The Human Element 8:30 a.m. 14 hrs. TA vibrate or silent while in the class- 25-28 MIPS Character in Corrections 8 a.m. 40 hrs. TA room. 25-29 MIPS Health & Wellness Class 8 a.m. 40 hrs. HR Students arriving more than 15 min- 27-28 Emergency Preparedness Training 8 a.m. 16 hrs. TA utes late for the starting time of a 27 eOMIS Training - Security 8 a.m. 4 hrs. HR class, or more than 15 minutes late 28 Advanced Interpersonal Communication 8 a.m. 8 hrs. TA from a break/lunch will be dismissed from the class. December 2007 Page 15

MARCH TRAINING SCHEDULE Date Title Time Length Location 3-4 Management Effectiveness 8 a.m. 16 hrs. TA ADC 3-4 16-Hour Security for Non Security 8 a.m. 16 hrs. TA 4 Administering Discipline 8 a.m. 4 hrs. TA CALENDAR 4 Performance Evaluation 12:30 p.m. 4 hrs. TA 4 Grievance Prevention and Handling 9 a.m. 6 hrs. LR 4 Workplace Accountability 8 a.m. 4 hrs. HR 5 Sexual Harassment/Sexual Misconduct 8 a.m. 5 hrs. TA 6 Advanced eOMIS Training - Security 8 a.m. 4 hrs. HR 6 Cultural Awareness 8 a.m. 4 hrs. HR 6 Performance Evaluation 12:30 p.m. 4 hrs. HR 6-7 The Human Element 8:30 a.m. 14 hrs. TA 7 Structured Interviewing 8 a.m. 4 hrs. HR 7 Interpersonal Communications 9 a.m. 6 hrs. LR-Inter Agency January 2008 10-14 Correctional Security for Non Security 8 a.m. 40 hrs. TA 11 Using Microsoft Word 8:00 a.m. 4 hrs. HR 1 New Year’s Day 12 eOMIS Training - Security 8 a.m. 4 hrs. HR 13 Intro. to Computers/Internet Navigation 8 a.m. 4 hrs. HR 13 Basic Microsoft PowerPoint 12:30 p.m. 4 hrs. HR 10 ACJA Winter 13 Fair Labor Standards Act 8 a.m. 4 hrs. HR Conference, 14 Field Training Officer 8 a.m. 6 hrs. TA Hot Springs 17-21 Firearms Instructor School 8 a.m. 40 hrs. TA 18 Workplace Accountability 8 a.m. 4 hrs. HR 21 Martin Luther King 19 eOMIS Training - Basic 8 a.m. 4 hrs. HR 20-21 The Human Element 9 a.m. 12 hrs. LR-Inter Agency Jr. Day & Robert E. 24-28 MIPS Information Technology Class 8 a.m. 40 hrs. HR Lee’s Birthday 24-28 Command Officer School 8 a.m. 40 hrs. TA 25 Time Management 9 a.m. 6 hrs. LR-Inter Agency 26 eOMIS Training - Security 8 a.m. 4 hrs. HR 26-27 Introduction to Management 8 a.m. 16 hrs. TA 27 Grievance Prevention and Handling 8 a.m. 5 hrs. HR 31 Interpersonal Communications 8 a.m. 8 hrs. TA

APRIL TRAINING SCHEDULE February 2008

Date Title Time Length Location 14 Valentine’s Day 1 Advanced eOMIS-Security 8 a.m. 4 hrs. HR 1 Administering Discipline 8 a.m. 4 hrs. TA 1 Performance Evaluation 12:30 p.m. 4 hrs. TA 18 Presidents’ Day & 2-3 Management Effectiveness 8 a.m. 16 hrs. TA Daisy Gatson Bates 2 eOMIS Training - Basic 8 a.m. 4 hrs. HR Day 3 Cultural Awareness 8 a.m. 4 hrs. HR 3 Performance Evaluation 12:30 p.m. 4 hrs. TA 4 Sexual Harassment/Sexual Misconduct 8 a.m. 5 hrs. TA 4 Structured Interviewing 8 a.m. 4 hrs. HR 8 Inmate Profiles 8 a.m. 4 hrs. TA 9 eOMIS Training - Security 8 a.m. 4 hrs. HR 9 Using Microsoft Word 8 a.m. 4 hrs. HR 10 Fair Labor Standards Act 8 a.m. 4 hrs. HR March 2008 10 Managing a Multi-generational Workforce 8 a.m. 8 hrs. TA 14-15 16-Hour Security for Non Security 8 a.m. 16 hrs. TA 9 Daylight Saving 16 Basic Microsoft Excel 8 a.m. 4 hrs. HR Time begins 16-17 Introduction to Management 8 a.m. 16 hrs. TA 17 Grievance Prevention and Handling 8 a.m. 5 hrs. HR 17 St. Patrick’s Day 18 Identity Theft 8 a.m. 4 hrs. TA 21-25 MIPS First Responders Class 8 a.m. 40 hrs. TA 20 Spring begins 21-25 MIPS Health & Wellness Class 8 a.m. 40 hrs. HR 24 Basic Microsoft PowerPoint 8 a.m. 4 hrs. HR 21 Good Friday 24 eOMIS Security - Basic 8 a.m. 4 hrs. HR

25 Interpersonal Communications 8 a.m. 8 hrs. TA 28 The Phenomenal Woman Seminar 8 a.m. 8 hrs. HR 23 Easter 28-29 Transition to Supervisor 8 a.m. 16 hrs. TA ADC Advocate Employee Newsletter The ADC Advocate newsletter is published monthly by the Public Informa- tion Office for employees of the Arkansas Department of Correction. The publication strives to enhance communication and provide information on the devel- ADC Mission Statement opment and achievements of this agency. • To provide public All employees are encouraged to submit articles, comments, ideas, letters service by carrying and questions. The deadline for submission is tentatively set for the 15th of each out the mandates of month for inclusion in that month’s publication. the courts. Please be aware that all submitted items will be subject to editing. However, • To provide a safe every effort will be made to maintain the writer’s essential meaning. humane environment for staff and inmates. In addition, statements contained in the ADC Advocate are the personal views of the authors and do not necessarily represent the opinion or policies of • To provide programs the Arkansas Department of Correction. to strengthen the The ADC Advocate is printed by the Arkansas Correctional Industries. work ethic.

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