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06/01/2026
Join us as we congratulate Corrections Technician Academy (CTA) Class #48 for being sworn in as official Corrections Technicians!
Corrections Technicians play a key role in our detention facilities by performing duties such as maintaining and monitoring access to secure areas, retrieving information about incidents and writing reports, operating important equipment, and updating inmate information.
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05/31/2026
would like to congratulate our outstanding Employees of the Month for May!
-Turner Guilford Knight Correctional Center: Officer R. Mallo
-Metro West Detention Center: Corrections Technician P. Sanders
-Pre-Trial Detention Center: Sergeant N. Gavins
-Transportation Unit: Corporal D. Banos
-Personnel Management Bureau: Officer A. Tookes
-Pre-Trial Services Bureau: Pre-Trial Officer 1 C. Johnson
-Intake and Release Bureau: Property Custodian T. Hildreth
-Classification and Inmate Management Bureau: Administrative Secretary T. White
-Food Services Bureau: Food Services Supervisor 2 J. Paiewonsky
-Monitored Release Bureau: Officer T. Jones
Your hard work and dedication truly shine bright.
Bigs and Littles from took a wild approach to learning at this month’s site visit, which took them to the Marjory Stoneman Douglas Nature Center at Crandon Park! Students learned about the unique environment surrounding Biscayne Bay and the wildlife that makes it so special.
This visit also marked the final site visit for our graduating seniors. We wish them all the best as they begin their next chapter!
05/29/2026
At the 2026 First Responder Games, members of our proudly competed in a variety of sports and events, bringing home some major wins!
Our bowling team earned first place overall, along with gold medals in both the doubles and singles events. Captain A. Yeber and Officer De Jesus brought home multiple medals from various shooting competitions. Finally, the MDCR Ballerz basketball team brought home bronze, while our football team, the Ravens, captured gold after competing against agencies from across the State of Florida.
Join us in congratulating all of our participants for representing MDCR with pride and taking us to the top!
05/28/2026
recently completed its Florida Model Jail Standards (FMJS) inspection, and the feedback reflected the professionalism, teamwork, and dedication demonstrated across every facility and division. The feedback from inspectors was nothing short of phenomenal, including comments on our exceptional leadership fostering growth, our professional staff always ready to assist the community, and our oriented workplace.
We are especially proud to recognize the employees specifically acknowledged during the inspection process for their outstanding work and commitment to excellence.
Recognized staff included:
• Officer C. Leblanc
• Corporal E. Duverne
• Corporal M. Campbell
• Officer A. Lopez
• CT A. Bostic
• Officer A. Marquez
• Captain R. Shaw
• Corporal R. Tirado-Vega
• Supervisor U. Hardnett
• A. Fertil
• Lieutenant P. Ordehi
• Captain D. Daniels
• Sergeant L. Downs
• Counselor T. Garib
• Supervisor D. Meadows
• Dr. I. Thomas
• T. Matthews
• Counselor R. Bleus
• Captain N. Reese
• Officer T. Buckles
• LS3 T. Caldwell
• Officer E. Strickland
• Officer L. Hernandez
• Acting Captain D. Passmore
• Officer V. Mays
• Sergeant B. Hluchan
• Officer J. Martinez
• Officer L. Mays
• Captain D. Daniels
Thank you to every member of the MDCR Family for continuing to set the standard through professionalism, preparation, compassion, and excellence.
May is Neurofibromatosis Awareness Month, and this month our department proudly stands alongside one of our own as he raises awareness for a cause that hits close to home.
After his son was diagnosed with Neurofibromatosis Type 1 (NF1), Officer Silvio Aviles Jr. chose to share his family’s journey to help others understand the condition that affects thousands of families every day. Through courage, advocacy, and openness, he hopes to educate the community and support those affected by NF1.
We’re proud to support Officer Aviles as he shares his family’s story and continues making a difference beyond the badge.
05/26/2026
A look back at National Correctional Officers and Employees Week at ! Across every facility, unit, and bureau, our staff were celebrated through events recognizing their dedication, professionalism, and service. Thank you for your commitment to excellence year-round!
05/25/2026
On Memorial Day, honors the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to our nation. Their legacy of courage and dedication will never be forgotten.
05/23/2026
On behalf of , we would like to congratulate Broward Sheriff's Office Lieutenant Colonel Elsie Judon on being elected as the President of the American Jail Association! We wish her continued success in this new leadership role.
05/22/2026
Join us as we congratulate our Lateral Training Class #78 for being sworn in as official Correctional Officers!
This dedicated group successfully completed a 200-hour training comprised of Interpersonal Communication, Crisis Intervention Training, and First Responder Training, among other important components of law enforcement curriculum. The class comes from various educational backgrounds, as well as previous experience working at the Florida Department of Corrections and MDCR.
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