Tennessee Department of Correction

06/12/2026

Welcome to the graduation ceremony of Basic Correctional Officer Training Class 510-26. Congratulations graduates, and welcome to !

06/12/2026

BCOT Class 510-26 Graduation Update: We intended to livestream this morning’s graduation ceremony for Basic Correctional Officer Training (BCOT) Class 510-26; however, a widespread Meta outage affecting Facebook and Instagram prevented us from doing so.

We will post the recording of the ceremony to our page later today so family members, friends, and supporters can still join us in celebrating the accomplishments of these new correctional officers.

Thank you for your patience and understanding, and congratulations to BCOT Class 510-26! 🎓🎉

06/11/2026

Class 510-26 is graduating from Basic Correctional Officer Training at the Tennessee Correction Academy on Friday at 10:00 a.m. CDT. Warden Taurean James will be the keynote speaker. If you’re not able to attend in person, watch the livestream of the ceremony on TDOC’s page. Congratulations to the newest members of !

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Mission: To operate safe and secure facilities and provide effective community supervision in support of successful reentry.

06/10/2026

The Morgan County Correctional Complex K-9 team recently helped local law enforcement find a missing woman.

Officers Scott Johnston and Bobby Schubert, along with K-9 Tucker, responded to a request for assistance and successfully located the woman. Medical personnel responded to the scene, provided emergency aid, and transported her to a local hospital for further treatment.

Thank you to Officers Johnston and Schubert and K-9 Tucker for their professionalism, teamwork, and commitment to helping others.

06/09/2026

Seven participants graduated from the Murfreesboro Day Reporting Center during recent a ceremony at the Rutherford County Judicial Center. Completing this program signifies an important step forward in their recovery and demonstrates their commitment to building a better life.

“Second chances aren’t given—they’re earned through hard work, honesty, and perseverance,” said DRC Director Richard Boyd. “What you’ve accomplished here is proof that change is possible and that your future is yours to build.”

Congratulations to these graduates!

06/08/2026

TDOC’s education department is recognizing outstanding teachers and principals who transform lives, build brighter futures for the individuals they serve, and continue to make a lasting impact across Tennessee's correctional facilities! Join us in congratulating:

🍎Teacher of the Year Honorees: James Bozzola (WTRC), Patrisha Bridges (MLTC), Todd Carson (MCCX), Hiram McEwen (NECX), and Thomas Stephens (TCIX); and
📝Principal of the Year Honorees Julia Gregg (MCCX), Michael Icenhour (NECX), and Johnnie Turner (HCCF).

06/07/2026

Congratulations to the latest cohort to complete Crisis Intervention Team training at the Tennessee Correction Academy! The 40-hour program focused on de-escalation techniques, mental health awareness, and crisis response – combining classroom instruction with hands-on role-playing scenarios.

By the week’s end, trainees reported increased confidence in their ability to recognize mental health crises and apply CIT principles in real world situations.

06/05/2026

The Tennessee Department of Correction is mourning the loss of Chaplain Yolanda Walker. Chaplain Walker faithfully served for 22 years at the Debra K. Johnson Rehabilitation Center and was tireless in her devotion to providing the highest level of spiritual care to inmates and staff. She was a friend, mentor, and spiritual adviser to many and an admired leader to hundreds of volunteers.

“Many of us had the privilege of working closely with Chaplain Walker, and we know how deeply she cared for the people in our facility and for every member of our team. Her kindness, steady presence, and the comfort she offered made a lasting impact on all who knew her. This loss will be felt across our entire community. ” - Ashlee Wheeler, DJRC Associate Warden

06/05/2026

Kevin Garceau has been selected to serve as the Correctional Administrator for Prison Operations in the East Region! CA Garceau brings nearly 30 years of correctional experience to the Tennessee Department of Correction. Join us in welcoming CA Garceau to his new role!

06/05/2026

Welcome to the graduation ceremony of Basic Probation Parole Officer Training Class 506-26.
Congratulations graduates, and welcome to !