WEST VIRGINIA DEPARTMENT
OF EDUCATION
Lakin Correctional Center
For Women
SCHOOL CATALOG
2015-2016
Revised: January 4, 2016
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Lakin Correctional Center
Mission Statement ----------------------------------------------- 1
West Virginia Department of Education
Mission Statement ----------------------------------------------- 1
Educational Goals ------------------------------------------------ 1
Attendance Policy------------------------------------------------ 2
Classroom Rules and Regulations --------------------------- 2-3
Open Door Policy ------------------------------------------------ 3
Availability of Records and Policies -------------------------- 4
Special Needs------------------------------------------------------4
Equal Opportunity-------------------------------------------------4
Educational Programs
 TASC---------------------------------------------------------- 5
 Business Education------------------------------------------ 7
 Accounting I & II --------------------------------------- 6
 Business Law -------------------------------------------6-7
 Business Management --------------------------------- 7
 Business Math ------------------------------------------- 7
 Entrepreneurship -------------------------------------- 7-8
 Introduction to Business---------------------------------8
 Keyboarding ----------------------------------------------8
 Marketing -------------------------------------------------8
 Medical Terminology------------------------------------9
 Medical Transcription------------------------------------9
 Microsoft Office 2010----------------------------------10
 MOS Certification --------------------------------------10
 WIN/Work Keys ----------------------------------------10
 Culinary Arts ---------------------------------------------------- 11
 ProStart Program-------------------------------------------11
 On Cooking -------------------------------------------------11
 On Baking---------------------------------------------------11
 Cake Decorating--------------------------------------------12
 Basic Nutrition ---------------------------------------------12
 SERVSAFE Certification---------------------------------12
 Transitional Skills----------------------------------------------- 12
 Open Gate---------------------------------------------------12
 Hit the Ground Running-----------------------------------13
 Incarceration Grief & Loss--------------------------------13
 Parenting-----------------------------------------------------13
 Relationships------------------------------------------------13
 99 Days & a Get Up ---------------------------------------14
 AFTERCARE ------------------------------------------ -14-15
 College 101-------------------------------------------------14
 Other College-----------------------------------------------15
 Cosmetology -------- ----------------------------------------16-17
NOTES
Education Staff ------------------------------------------------------ 18
Associate Warden Message ---------------------------------------- 19
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Lakin Correctional Center
Mission Statement
From the Associate Warden of Programs:
The Department of Education at Lakin Correctional Center is
dedicated to providing excellence in education to our students
through a variety of programs. Our goal is to empower women
with the skills necessary to enhance learning resulting in
lifelong achievement and success.
Ladies,
The events in your life have led you to the place you are now,
Lakin Correctional Center. Incarceration does not mark the
West Virginia Department of Education
Mission Statement
end of your life, only a new chapter in it. Prepare now to make
The West Virginia Board of Education establishes policies and
rules to assure implementation of education goals and to ensure
the general supervision, oversight and monitoring of a
thorough and efficient educational system.
Educational Goals
a better life for yourself upon your release. The Education
Department at Lakin Correctional Center has developed a
curriculum that, if utilized to its fullest, will enhance your
abilities and enable you to be a productive, successful member
Establish high quality educational standards and performance
measure for programs for adult female offenders at LCC.
of society. Not only will these courses assist you in securing a
Develop and implement a site-based planning and
improvement process.
making better choices and better decisions that will
job when you are released, they are designed to assist you in
undoubtedly have a positive impact on every aspect of your
Continue to fulfill standards that allowed West Virginia
Department of Education at LCC to meet Correctional
Education Association (CEA) accreditation.
life. Please take advantage of this opportunity and make a
Achieve accreditation with American Correctional Association
(ACA) by working with the West Virginia Division of
Corrections.
Improve systems of communication, staff development, staff
recognition, and participatory decision-making to ensure high
morale, unity of effort and development of an achievementoriented organization focused upon teaching, and student
success through the Faculty Advisory Committee (FAC).
difference for yourself, for those around you, and for your
loved ones outside this facility. Do not look back, look toward
your future. Now is the time to act. Strive for excellence,
make a difference, and create a better life for yourself.
Craig Roberts, Associate Warden of Programs
Develop and implement a system to evaluate the effectiveness
of institutional education programs at LCC.
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Education Attendance Policy
Lakin Correctional Center
Education Department Staff
Student must attend class! Three unexcused absences, three
tardy, and/or three early departures or any combination
thereof in a 60-day period will result in dismissal from the
course. The education officer can write the student up for
not attending class, citing Rule Violation 2.03 – Refusal to
Attend Class or Work.
Ms. Lori Loomis ---------------------------------------- Principal
Ms. Theresa Bekeshka ----------------- Educational Secretary
Mrs. Lisa Chambers -------------------------Transitional Skills
All policies of the Division of Corrections and Lakin
Correctional Facility regarding rules and regulations will
apply in the Education Department.
Ms. Kellie Schultz -------------------------------- Culinary Arts
Mrs. Dorinda Grimes -------------------------------- A/E TASC
Ms. Lesa Smith ----------------------------- Business Education
Mrs. Kelly Ferguson --------------------------------- A/E TASC
Mrs. Connie Loomis
Classroom Rules and Procedures
-----------------------------Cosmetology
1. Per DOC - If a student incurs an unexcused absence they
will receive a write up, citing Rule Violation 2.03 – Refusal
to Attend Class or Work.
2. Students are expected to adhere to the facility dress code
and practice good personal hygiene while in the
Educational Department. Refusal to comply will result in a
disciplinary report citing Rule Violation 2.01 – Refusing an
Order.
3. Disruptive Behavior will not be permitted in the education
area and classrooms. Rule Violation 2.30 – Creating a
Disturbance.
4. Students will be assigned a classroom for designated
instruction. Students will not be permitted to enter other
rooms without authorization of that teacher to which she is
assigned without supervision. Rule Violation 2.07 –
Unauthorized Presence.
5. No student shall be tardy in reaching a place of assignment,
or engage in poor work or school habits through
inattention, cheating, or sleeping. Rule Violation 3.05 –
Attentiveness.
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6. Any student terminated from any education program as a result
of poor attitude, uncooperative behavior, “Academic
Misconduct”, or other Education Department rule violations
will not be permitted to re-enroll for a period of (60) days. Any
student who withdraws from a class “Voluntarily” MUST have
written permission from their counselor and may not enroll in
another Education class for (60) days. Students are responsible
to bring their IRPP’s to the Education office to be removed
from class. In addition, any student sent to Segregation for
more than 15 days will automatically be withdrawn from class
and receive a (60) day penalty. After penalty phase has expired,
it is the STUDENT’S responsibility to return to the Education
Office with their IRPP to be placed back on the waiting lists.
7. Computers are to be used for work that pertains to class work
only. Computers are NOT to be used for any legal or
personal use. These actions will automatically withdraw too
from the class and a disciplinary report will be filed by the
Instructor.
8. No students are to bring personal mail or pictures to
Education.
All students will be required to demonstrate on manikins, as
well as on other students, all hands-on services in this field
(examples of these could be: styling, simulated color and
perming (without actual product being used) for practice and
grade purposes.
Upon completion, student will test with NIC and the state of West
Virginia Board of Barbers and Cosmetology for licensing in the
state of West Virginia.
The program will take approximately 44/45 weeks to complete.
Inmates who are interested in this program should, and need to be,
at least two years from release.
The state of West Virginia requires 1,000 clocked hours in a
cosmetology program to be completed to test with NIC for a West
Virginia Cosmetology license. Once awarded a license, all
licensed persons can practice the art of hair design in the state of
West Virginia.
To qualify for testing, student must have completed course with
required hours and have a grade average of at least a 70% or
above.
REQUIREMENTS
9. No students are to bring music, headsets or other media
accessories to Education. Rule Violation 2.01 - Refusing an
Order.
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Open Door Policy
The Education Department operates under an open door policy.
Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday, between 1:00 – 2:30 p.m.,
students may come in to discuss educational programs and
opportunities. IRPP’s are accepted at this time. Students may
NOT drop a class without written permission from their
counselor that is dictated by the LSCMI.
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High School Diploma or equivalent
Must be able to pass an entrance exam consisting of a
basic math at a 10th-grade level or higher and a reading
skills test at a 12th-grade level or higher.
Must write a three - to- four paragraph summary about
yourself and what you hope to achieve in the
cosmetology program.
Must interview with Ms. Loomis, Mrs. Loomis, and
Mr. Roberts, AWP.
Attendance is required and must be maintained at 80%
or higher on a monthly basis.
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 Requisition of Fines
Vital Registration: Birth Certificates, Marriage,
Divorce, & Death Certificates
Health Care Clinics
DHHR Offices
Military DD214
NA & AA Meetings in your town
FRN (Family Resources Network)
Community Resources: Salvation Army, food
pantries, etc.
Availability of Records and Policies
Individuals can view their educational records, policies, and
procedures upon request. Any time, during the IRPP hours,
students may come in and review this information with a staff
member.
Special Needs
NOTES
PLEASE NOTE: Sign Ups for all college classes will be posted
in pods. BEFORE you sign up for any college class your high
school diploma or equivalent must be on file in the education
department. Copies or originals may be sent to the education
department
CONNIE LOOMIS
This Program is designed to identify and meet the academic
needs of a diverse group of learners. Individualized plans
which utilize a variety of teaching techniques, strategies, and
technology are implanted for each student. The goal is to
increase basic reading, writing, and math skills to the fullest
potential of each student.
Equal Opportunity
Students will not be discriminated against on the basis of race,
sex, religion, ethnic background, handicap, or
segregation/restriction.
Cosmetology
Students will learn all aspects of cosmetology, the art of
cutting, styling, perming and coloring hair. They will learn the
basics as well as some advanced techniques in these areas.
The students will learn to perform these services precisely and
correctly. Students will also learn correct sanitation skills
needed in this profession.
The program consists of a daily theory program where students
learn history of cosmetology as well as the theory of cutting,
perming, etc. . . . Classes will consist of chemistry, electricity,
as well as other classes fundamental in the daily use of
cosmetology.
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KELLY FERGUSON
COLLEGE 101
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College 101 is a class success and orientation course designed
to develop confidence and improve changes of student success
and retention. This course will provide students with active
participation in the assessment and development of abilities in
line with college expectations including an orientation to
college services and activities, learning and test taking skills,
using traditional and electronic resources, problem solving,
people skills, and career/life planning strategies. This class
requires a High School Diploma or equivalent.
DORINDA GRIMES
TASC
The TASC program at LCC is designed to provide basic
reading, writing, and math skills, as well as prepare for TASC
testing.
AFTERCARE
We take pride in the fact that we utilize differentiated
instruction such as:
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Individualized/small group instruction is utilized to help
students achieve their maximum academic potential.
Self-paced curriculums and computer programs are
implemented for instruction.
Plato is a self-paced learning computer system that is
used based on the individual needs of the student.
TASC is offered to all women who do not have a High School
Diploma or equivalent.
The following subjects are covered:
 Reading
Parole Information
 Parole Office Addresses
 Parole Home Plan Criteria
 Housing Information:
 Missions, Shelters, Half-way Houses, Rehabilitation
Centers & HUD/Section 8
 Educational Information
 TASC and ABE site locations in your town
 College and Technical School Information
 Catalogs and applications available
 Financial Aid (FAFSA) Applications
**Submitted on-line and stays in “pending” status until
your release and enrollment. **
 Employment Information
 Workforce Information and Applications
 Resume Preparation
 Form 8850
 Federal Bonding
 Other Helpful Information
 DMV Information
 Addresses
 Driving Handbooks
 Math
 Social Studies
 Science
 Language Arts/Writing
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TASC - Continued
Incarceration Grief & Loss
Participants reduce the risk of recidivism by resolving grief and
loss issues that may put them at risk.
Parenting
Students will understand the importance of enhancing their
children’s self-esteem and establishing good communication.
This class goes in depth on the issue of discipline providing the
students with many alternatives- such as contracts and behavior
modification. Students do a self-reflection of their own
childhood to better understand the ripple effect sometimes
encountered with families of incarcerated individuals. Finally,
students work on reintegration and their role in the family
Post–incarceration.
Relationships
Group instruction is provided in all academic areas that are
covered on the TASC. Assistance with special learning
problems is available. Placement is determined with the TABE
scores. The TABE, PACE test, CITE Learning Style Inventory,
and a writing assessment are given & an individual program of
study is developed. TABE testing is conducted periodically to
monitor progress and readiness for TASC placement.
TASC testing is given approximately every 6-8 weeks, or as
needed.
The TASC RT (Readiness Test) is a mandatory pretest given
before taking the TASC. A student must pass the RT to take
the TASC exam.
LESA SMITH
Business Education
Students will obtain skills necessary to build strong and
nurturing relationships and understand the importance of their
role in the family and most importantly recognize healthy and
destructive relationships.
Accounting I & II
These courses provide complete coverage of three types of
business—proprietorship, partnership, and corporation. Each
type of business is presented in a complete accounting cycle,
covering analyzing transactions, journalizing, posting, petty
cash, financial statements, and adjusting and closing entries.
You must complete Accounting I before taking Accounting II.
This class requires a High School Diploma or equivalent.
99 Days & A Get Up
The objectives of this program are to:
 Focus on the inmate achieving true freedom through
acceptance of responsibility for one’s future
 Build the skills necessary to make positive choices
 Prepare the individual mentally for the last portion of
imprisonment, transition to the community, and
ultimately success on the outside.
Business Law
This course provides a fundamental emphasis on business law,
while introducing personal law topics. We look at ethics,
employment, credit, banking, bankruptcy, contracts,
partnerships, and more. Each chapter has been divided into
short, manageable lessons. The lessons and chapters provide
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relevant real and fictional cases that encourage application of
legal concepts. This class requires a High School Diploma
or equivalent.
ServSafe Certification
ServSafe is a nationally accredited food safety certification
from the National Restaurant Association.
Business Management
This course covers the functions of marketing and how it
affects business. The marketing education curriculum is
divided into two primary parts: foundations and functions.
The foundations are fundamental to an understating of
marketing and can be viewed as co-requisites and as
prerequisites for marketing. The functions define the discipline
of marketing as applied in business operations. They address
marketing from the perspective of how it is practiced. Each
function is viewed from its relations to the marking of a good,
service, or idea. The marketing curriculum can be viewed as a
continuum that emphasizes becoming more specialized to the
learner’s individual interest in marketing. This class requires
a High School Diploma or equivalent.
ServSafe training and certification is recognized by more
federal, state, and local jurisdictions than any other food safety
certification.
PREPARE STAFF LUNCHES
FACILITY-WIDE FOOD SALES FOR VARIOUS
FUNDRAISERS
LISA CHAMBERS
Transitional Skills
Open Gate
Business Math
This is an orientation on the Education program to introduce
education staff and classes offered. This is done showing a
PowerPoint slideshow; completion of necessary paperwork is
required.
Hit the Ground Running
This class offers a comprehensive coverage of personal and
business math topics using basic math skills. This class
requires a High School Diploma or equivalent.
This program is designed to help adults be successful in their
job search or preparation for a training program by teaching
effective ways to resolve conflicts, use computers, look for a
job, land important interviews, display good work ethic,
manage their time and finances, work in teams, solve problems,
and lots more.
Entrepreneurship
This course takes you on a step-by-step journey through the
entire process of owning your own business. You will select a
product or service to sell, determine who your customers are,
learn how to market your business, obtain financing, manage
your employees, and more. You will also learn how to put
together a business plan and will have created a complete plan
by the end of the text. We will also begin working on
portfolios. This class requires a High School Diploma or
equivalent.
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Program Components: food groups/nutrition, culinary
terminology, hospitality management, food prep and health
codes, purchasing and cost control, marketing and
entrepreneurship opportunities.
Introduction to Business
This course introduces you to the business concepts and skills
required in today’s marketplace. It helps you learn about the
business world and how to make business decisions in our
global economy. This class requires a High School Diploma
or equivalent.
On Cooking
On Cooking is developed by the National Restaurant
Association and offers a national certification. On Cooking
teaches the fundamentals of culinary arts and prepares the
student for a rewarding career in the food service industry.
Keyboarding
This program focuses on six essential areas for a well-rounded
culinary professional: Professionalism, Preparation, Cooking,
Grade Manager, Baking and Presentation.
On Baking
On Baking is developed by the National Restaurant
Association and offers a national certification. On Baking
begins with general procedures, highlighting fundamental
procedures and skills. This program focuses on four essential
areas: Professionalism, Breads, Deserts and Pastries, and
Advanced Pastry Work.
This course is a self-paced, individualized course providing
you with an all-in-one program covering letter keys, numbers
and symbols, and numeric keypad basics. In Keyboarding I,
you will also learn how to produce properly formatted
memorandums, personal-business letters, tables and reports
using Microsoft Word. You will be using a typing program,
Mavis Beacon, for the first part of the course introducing to
you the letter keys, numbers and symbols, and numeric keypad
basics. No prerequisites for students taking this class.
Marketing
This course covers the functions of marketing and how it
affects business. The marketing education curriculum is
divided into two primary parts: foundations and functions.
The foundations are fundamental to an understating of
marketing and can be viewed as co-requisites and as
prerequisites for marketing. The functions define the discipline
of marketing as applied in business operations. They address
marketing from the perspective of how it is practiced. Each
function is viewed from its relations to the marking of a good,
service, or idea. The marketing curriculum can be viewed as a
continuum that emphasizes becoming more specialized to the
learner’s individual interest in marketing. This class requires
a High School Diploma or equivalent.
Cake Decorating
Cake Decorating is designed to teach you how to prepare an
array of cakes and implement the designing technique of cake
decor.
Basic Nutrition
Basic nutrition explains the Nutrition facts of the foods we
consume such as the calorie count and fat intake.
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Medical Terminology
MOS Certification
This course presents a programmed-learning, word-building
systems approach to the study of basic medical terminology.
The instructor serves as a facilitator with the student as a selfdirected learner. Emphasis is placed on word building,
spelling, definition, and pronunciation of commonly used
medical terms. This class requires a High School Diploma
or equivalent.
This is a class that helps you prepare for the MOS Certification
exams, which is a certification program that offers industryrecognized computing credentials that prove their skills and
worth to potential employers. Those holding the coveted
Microsoft Office Specialist credentials are universally
considered highly qualified, immediately productive
employees. Certification is available in Word, Excel, Access,
and PowerPoint. Students must have completed Microsoft
Office 2010 before taking this test prep class.
Medical Transcription
This is a beginning medical transcription course designed to
provide students with a working knowledge of the transcription
of medical reports. Medical reports will be transcribed from
case studies, each of which concerns an inpatient with a
specific medical problem. The case studies have been taken
from hospital medical records. Students will be involved in the
care of the patient from the date of admission to Hillcrest
Medical Center through the date of discharge. The medical
reports included are history and physical examinations,
radiology reports, operative reports, pathology reports, requests
for consultation, death summaries, discharge summaries, and
autopsy reports. The student must complete Medical
Terminology before taking this class. This class requires a
High School Diploma or equivalent.
WIN/WorkKeys®
The strategic compass software allows students to move at
their own pace while receiving relevant feedback on their
progress through the career readiness coursework. Students
may sit for up to 3 Work Keys® exams.
Please Note: Some of the business classes offered are
on a rotating schedule and class sign-ups
will be posted in each pod.
KELLIE SCHULTZ
Microsoft Office 2010
Culinary Arts
This course provides an overview of computer applications
including a brief introduction to computer concepts such as
Microsoft Office Word 2010, Microsoft Office Excel 2010,
Microsoft Office Access 2010, and Microsoft Office
PowerPoint 2010. No prerequisites for students taking this
class.
ProStart Program
ProStart is developed by the National Restaurant Association
Educational Foundation. In this class students will learn
fundamental culinary and management skills. Many university
hospitality programs accept ProStart courses for college credit.
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