NON-DISCRIMINATION/ SPECIAL ACCOMMODATIONS
STATEMENT
Services and materials are available to English as a Second Language (ESL)
students.
The West Virginia Department of Education does not discriminate on the basis of
race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, qualified disability, handicap, or
veteran status.
Pruntytown Correctional Center Office of Institutional Education Programs will
furnish appropriate auxiliary aids and services where necessary to afford an
individual with a disability an equal opportunity to participate in, and enjoy the
benefits of, a service, program, or,activity conducted by the Education
Department.
Los servicios y los materiales son "inglés son estudiantes disponibles de
una segunda lengua".
El departamento de Virginia Occidental de la educación no discrimina en base de
la raza, de la religión, del color, del origen nacional, del sexo, de la edad, de la
inhabilidad cualificada, de la desventaja, o del estado del veterano.
OUTPLACEMENT SERVICES
A library of community, education, and agency resources is
available to each inmate at Pruntytown.
A law library is available as well. Ask your unit team when the
library is open for your housing unit.
Resources aimed at re-entry are provided to all students that
attend Open Gate/After Care class. Information for release
pertaining to a specific resource is provided to students that
submit a request to the Education Office.
This informational brochure is for orientation and
informational purposes only and is not a binding contract
between the Pruntytown Correctional Center School and its
students. The school reserves the right to make changes in
the course offerings, curriculum, graduation requirements,
and academic policies.
La oficina de centro correccional de Pruntytown de los programas institucionales de la
educación equipará ayudas auxiliares y servicios apropiados cuando sea necesario para
producir a un individuo con una inhabilidad una oportunidad igual de participar adentro y
de gozar de las ventajas de un servicio, de un programa, o de una actividad conducida por
el departamento de la educación.
Through learner focused education, transform the lives of students in
institutions to foster responsible, productive citizens, thus creating safer
communities.
Jacob Green, Special Assistant
to the Associate Superintendent
Office of Institutional Education Programs
CONFIDENTIALITY/RECORDKEEPING
Educational records are kept in the main Education office. Your
records are confidential and maintained in a secure manner. If you
would like to review your file, Other information is provided
following strict policy guidelines following WV State Board Policy
#4350 and PCC DOC policy. Residents may review their education
records upon request
In cooperation with the
West Virginia Division of Corrections
VISION/ PHILOSOPHY
Michael J. Martirano, Ed.D.
State Superintendent of West Virginia Schools
Shawn Rubenstein ................... Principal
Andreena Young....................... Secretary
Education Department
Pruntytown Correctional Center
MISSION
We prepare adults for transition to school or employment and to
life in their communities as responsible and productive citizens.
A Direct Service Program
of the
West Virginia Department of Education
EDUCATIONAL GOALS AND OBJECTIVES
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Provide for academic and literacy development
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Provide transition skills to inmates re-entering society
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Provide for career development and vocational training with emphasis
on nationally recognized certification
Revised January 11, 2016
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Provide for technological literacy development
INTRODUCTION
Welcome to the West Virginia Department of Education at the
Pruntytown Correctional Center. The classes offered at
Pruntytown are designed to help you learn a skill, get a job, and
make better choices upon your release from prison. The staff at
Pruntytown is dedicated to helping you improve your skills and
prepare you for reintegration into society. We offer nationally
recognized certification programs to assist you in obtaining
meaningful employment.
REGISTERING FOR CLASSES AT PCC
ABE Classes:
If you do not have a High School diploma or GED, you are automatically
enrolled in ABE class. You will be sent a roster informing you when your
class will meet and at what time. ABE classes are open entry and open
exit. Evening classes are offered to accommodate students that work
off grounds during the day. TABE assessments are utilized for proper
ABE placement. An entry, exit and periodic gains exam will be
administered.
INSTRUCTIONAL STAFF AT PCC
CLASSES OFFERED AT PCC
ABE
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Science skills enable students to address the High School Equivalency Diploma
Unit 20, Road Crew, Grounds
Unit 24, Unit 25, Road Crew
Donna Morgan
Jonathan Oates
College Courses
Work Key/Hit the Ground Running
Open Gate/After Care
Shawn Rubenstein
Kara Richards
Please send ONE request to the Education Office listing the
classes you need.
IF YOU CHOOSE NOT TO PARTICIPATE IN ANY EDUCATION CLASS
YOU ARE ASSIGNED TO, YOU WILL BE REQUIRED TO SIGN A
REFUSAL. FAILURE TO ATTEND ABE CLASS CAN RESULT IN LOSING
YOUR JOB, WORK RELEASE, AND/OR A WRITE-UP.
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Tina Stuart
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Parenting
Tina Stuart
99 Days
Tina Stuart
Computer Skills class
Tina Stuart
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Career & Technical Education
Career & Technical classes:
If you want to take any of these classes, send ONE request to the
Education Office. Priority will be given to inmates that can complete the
class. Inmates that are approved for work release may be asked to
waive their date to complete the class.
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Transitional Life Skills
Transition Skills Classes:
If you are recommended to take any class on your IRPP, you will be
placed on a waiting list. Priority is given to inmates that are getting
ready to see the parole board and/or applying for Accelerated Parole.
ABE CLASS: Basic Math, Language, Writing, Reading, Social Studies and
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C Tech
Dave Freeman
NCCER Core/Carpentry 1
Dave Freeman
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OSHA & Forklift
Oil & Gas Certification
Paul Pyles
Matt Wyatt
(TASC test). Only an ABE teacher can recommend you for the TASC
test. The TASC test and ABE classes are offered free of charge.
C TECH: Fiber optic, copper wiring, and network cable program that
gives the student a national certification upon completion.
NCCER Core: The NCCER Core Curriculum is a prerequisite to all other
Level 1 craft curriculum. Its modules cover topics such as Basic Safety,
Communication Skills and Introduction to Construction Drawings.
Completing this curriculum gives the trainee the basic skills needed to
continue education in any craft area.
NCCER Carpentry 1: Certification program for basic carpentry.
Oil & Gas 10 hour certification: Class participants earn a 10 hour
lifetime certification that will help them apply for basic labor jobs on
oil rigs across the country.
EMPLOYMENT READINESS: Life skills curriculum focusing on
employability skills that will help students to find and maintain
employment upon their release from prison.
99 Days & a Get Up: Transition program aimed at helping inmates reenter society.
Computer skills: Beginner and Intermediate skills class offered.
Open Cate/After Care: An education orientation is provided to each
PCC resident shortly after their arrival at the center.
OSHA Construction Safety Certification. Earn the Federal OSHA Safety
10 hour card.
Fork Lift Certification: Is available periodically to 10 hour OSHA
completers that complete the course work and pass the driving test.
Parenting: Parenting program offered in conjuction with KISRA.
College courses: Various courses offered through WV State University.
Contact the Education office for more details.
WorkKeys: a job skills test given in Applied Math, Locating
Information, and Reading for Information. Successful candidates
receive a Gold, Silver, or Bronze certificate signed by the Governor
(Ready to Work certificate).
NOTE: Examination fees must be paid by the student for the 40 hour and 80 hour
mining class