Wisconsin Department of Corrections

Congratulations to Oshkosh Correctional Institution (OSCI) on winning a 2025 #Recycling Excellence Award from the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR)! ♻️ In 2004, the #vermiculture program was started with only a couple pounds of red wiggler worms. Today, this has grown to approximately 420 pounds of red wigglers that fill 284 worm beds and enough nightcrawlers to fill 16 barrels. Why all the worms? 🐛 Vermiculture is a process of using earthworms to #recycle organic waste into nutrient-rich compost. From July 2024 to June 2025, OSCI recycled approximately 57,600 pounds of food waste, which was consumed by the worms or added to the vermiculture or #horticulture compost piles. The program also utilizes shredded paper, old t-shirts, blankets, egg and fruit crates, coffee and filters, sawdust and plastic containers that are repurposed to sell worm castings. Read more about their achievements: https://lnkd.in/epNvmrw

Congratulations to Oshkosh Correctional Institution (OSCI) on winning a 2025 #Recycling Excellence Award from the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR)! ♻️ In 2004, the #vermiculture program was started with only a couple pounds of red wiggler worms. Today, this has grown to approximately 420 pounds of red wigglers that fill 284 worm beds and enough nightcrawlers to fill 16 barrels. Why all the worms? 🐛 Vermiculture is a process of using earthworms to #recycle organic waste into nutrient-rich compost. From July 2024 to June 2025, OSCI recycled approximately 57,600 pounds of food waste, which was consumed by the worms or added to the vermiculture or horticulture compost piles. The program also utilizes shredded paper, old t-shirts, blankets, egg and fruit crates, coffee and filters, sawdust and plastic containers that are repurposed to sell worm castings. Read more about their achievements: https://lnkd.in/epNvmrw

DID YOU KNOW…. the Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection has awarded the 2025 Achievement Award to our Waupun State Farm? This award recognizes the exceptional way the dairy operation is managed and for consistently meeting or exceeding the high standards for more than three years. It honors the farm’s continued production of high-quality milk that helps make Wisconsin’s dairy industry a leader in the nation and around the world.  Way to go! www.shopbce.com #dairy #agweek #gotmilk #correctionalenterprises #congrats

#BCE is looking for a skilled Wood Fabrication Specialist to join our team. Along with your wood fabrication skills and operating equipment, part of this position is mentoring BCE workers in developing skills and strong work habits they can carry into their next career. If this rewarding position sounds like something you would be interest in - and love a great benefit package, please check out www.shopbce.com/careers. #nowhiring #correctionalindustries #woodfabrication #rewarding #applynow

Amanda Boss demonstrates strong leadership in her role as a teacher at Robert E. Ellsworth Correctional Center (REECC) and possesses a deep understanding of its mission and vision. Additionally, as a member of the Family Connections Committee, she consistently goes the extra mile to create positive experiences for persons in our care and their families.

10 Years of PAWS Program 🐾 Since its inception in 2016, nearly 300 dogs have received #servicedog training at Stanley Correctional Institution! The first group started with eight dogs, affectionately referred to as "The Great Eight." Handlers spend approximately 3 hours a day training the dogs on obedience and other skills with the assistance of Can Do Canines. More than 180 persons in our care have served in this role. The overall success rate for these dogs is over 71%—well above the national average of around 50%. The 10-year anniversary was commemorated last week during a celebration with Can Do Canines Assistance Dogs clients, staff, volunteers and other guests. Many thanks to our #WICorrections staff, volunteers, and PIOC for their teamwork and collaboration to make the PAWS program a success!

Dr. Brandi Berry, school psychologist and special #education director, was honored with the 2025 Outstanding #Leadership Award for her exceptional commitment to improving the lives of students and staff at Lincoln Hills School/Copper Lake School. This award is one of several recognized annually by the Wisconsin State Council on Affirmative Action as part of its #Diversity Awards program. In her eleven years of state service, Dr. Berry has taken numerous leadership roles to champion for some of the highest needs youth in the state, including students of color, incarcerated youth, students with disabilities and those in the foster care system. She goes above and beyond to ensure these youth and their families feel valued and supported by advocating for meaningful legislative change and educating the broader community. Her actions have been paramount in promoting a facility culture that is equitable, inclusive and accepting of all students. Congratulations on this well-deserved recognition, and thank you for your exemplary service and dedication!

The curriculum review and program redesign of the Facility Staff Training & Support (FSTS) program for new uniformed #WICorrections staff was a massive undertaking, but Garrett led this effort with professionalism and clear subject matter expertise.

ABT Group 2️⃣6️⃣1️⃣ These new #WICorrections #Probation & #Parole Agents were sworn-in last week during a ceremony at the #Wisconsin State Capitol after completing weeks of training in critical skills like evidence-based practices, release planning, motivational interviewing and more. They will soon join a diverse team across the state and begin working to ensure successful #reentry and safe communities. Congratulations! 🎓

Bill's knowledge and years of employment in the Custom Signs Shop at Stanley Correctional Institution fosters an environment that facilitates the continued growth and development of career skills for persons in our care and specialists alike. Thank you for your ongoing dedication to #WICorrections and the Bureau of Correctional Enterprises (BCE)!