2019 ACA Boston Program Book_149th Congress of Correction

concerns, planning, implementation, policy, training, tracking and benefits. Objectives: Review the pros and cons of having tablet technology in a secure facility and discuss tablet planning and implementation strategies; learn about policy, training, tracking and the importance of getting staff “buy-in”; provide an open forum for participants to share their experiences, ask questions, express concerns and gain practical information. Moderator: Jeffrey Fewell, Warden, Wyandotte County Sheriff’s Office Adult Detention Center, Kansas City, Kansas Speaker: Sara Toms, MJM, Classification and Programs Director, Wyandotte County Sheriff’s Office Adult Detention Center, Kansas City, Kansas

C-1G Real Talk — Tablets in Corrections Room 209 Whether you have tablets in your

facility or not, join the team from “the Dotte” for a candid workshop about the benefits of, concerns with and possibilities for tablets in corrections. In July 2017, the Wyandotte County Adult Detention Center became the first jail in the state of Kansas to implement this technology, and what a learning experience it’s been! Using evidence-based programming, this behavior management tool created meaningful rehabilitation opportunities and increased inmate access to education while ensuring that jail operations continued to be legally implemented in a safe, secure and humane manner. Let’s talk safety and security

Workshops Monday, Aug. 5 t 2–3:30 p.m.

Be sure to check out some of Boston’s historic neighborhoods while you’re attending the Congress of Correction.

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