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Pygmy Goats at EDCF 07 2025: by David Thompson — published Jul 25, 2025 — last modified Jul 25, 2025 07:11 AM
Pygmy goats are all the rage at El Dorado Correctional Facility. Last month, facility administrators welcomed four pygmy goats to EDCF to be raised by eight resident handlers. The benefits of this program include therapeutic effects of interacting with animals which reduce stress on residents and promote positive behavioral changes. The residents can also learn valuable skills related to animal husbandry, including feeding, grooming, breeding, and basic veterinary care for pygmy goats. We’re very excited to see this program ‘baaaaaa’-lloon in size. 😊
Second Chance Month Megan Milner Promo: by David Thompson — published Apr 22, 2025 — last modified Apr 22, 2025 09:52 AM
During April Second Chance Month in Kansas, it's positive to focus on the potential for transformation and the value of second chances for individuals returning to society after incarceration. We're grateful for the work and leadership of Secretary Jeff Zmuda and Deputy Secretary of Adult and Juvenile Community Based Services, Megan Milner, as they spearhead the efforts of countless staff members who make a difference in creating second chances on a daily basis.
Staff stories: Linda Graves 999: by David Thompson — published Jun 15, 2023 — last modified Feb 20, 2024 01:22 PM
Ellsworth Correctional Facility staff member, Linda Graves, shares her story. Graves works In the ECF greenhouse part time mentoring the residents in gardening and groundskeeping. Working a 999 shift is ideal for people who only want to work part-time or seniors who don't want to fully retire.
Supporting Community Organizations in Improving Outcomes for Juvenile Offenders and Families flyer: by David Thompson — published Jan 14, 2025
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Tasha Layton at Topeka Correctional Facility: by David Thompson — published May 21, 2025 — last modified May 21, 2025 10:23 AM
Singer Tasha Layton, a rising star in Christian music, brought a message of hope and strength to the residents of Topeka Correctional Facility. This midday concert was sponsored by radio station Life 88.5 in Kansas City, and hosted by LEAD, or Ladies Empowered and Driven, the female arm of Brothers In Blue Reentry program.
TCF - Washburn students achieve historic and remarkable achievements: by David Thompson — published Dec 31, 2020 — last modified Jan 29, 2026 07:26 AM
Students enrolled in Washburn University programs at the Topeka Correctional Facility are making historic and remarkable achievements! • 91 students were enrolled in associate and bachelor’s degree programs this past fall. • 54 of those students qualified for academic honors. • This means 59% of the TCF student body earned a place on either the President’s List (4.0 GPA) or the Dean’s List (3.4-3.99 GPA). 🎉 Four students became the first to have graduated with their bachelor's degree at TCF! This level of academic success is a testament to their perseverance and the support provided by the staff at TCF. Our congratulations to them on their outstanding performance and to the staff and administrators that helped make it possible.
TCF / Washburn Honor Roll Spring 2023: by David Thompson — published May 27, 2023 — last modified Feb 20, 2024 01:32 PM
KDOC is proud to share the achievements of some of the Washburn University students at Topeka Correctional Facility from the semester just closed up in May. These students have continued to overcome difficult barriers and achieve scholarly excellence. Two of the students on the President’s List successfully achieved the grade point requirement of a 4.0 to stay on the President’s List their entire Associates Degree journey. Our congratulations to all the ladies!
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TCF KSU Pen Pals 12-24-2025: by David Thompson — published Dec 24, 2025 — last modified Dec 24, 2025 04:06 PM
One of the most powerful programs at the Topeka Correctional Facility is having students at Kansas State University correspond with some of the residents as part of a Pen Pal program. It’s part of a curriculum designed by K-State and TCF administrators. The highlight of the program is a day when the Pen Pals can sit face-to-face during a voluntary visit by the students and professor. We were there to capture their most recent visit.
TCF Offsite Visits - Kansas Childrens Discovery Center: by David Thompson — published Nov 15, 2023 — last modified Feb 20, 2024 01:10 PM
19 residents of Topeka Correctional Facility recently enjoyed an offsite visit with their children or grandchildren at the Kansas Childrens Discovery Center in Topeka. The Center is an educational playground for all aged children. TCF has partnered with KCDC as they host these offsite visits 6 times a year for minimum custody level residents who also must pass a Parenting Class.
Uncle Bully Visits KJCC: by David Thompson — published Jun 26, 2024 — last modified Jun 27, 2024 10:15 AM
Film producers from Hawaii recently unveiled their latest award-winning documentary, "Uncle Bully's Surf Skool" at the Kansas Juvenile Correctional Complex. The film was about surfing instructor, Uncle Bully, who taught homeless children how to surf during COVID. It is a documentary that looks to inspire others to help or become a mentor wherever they can in an effort to build community.

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