2024 American Correctional Association Election Booklet

2024 ELECTION

Commission on Accreditation for Corrections

Telisa E. White (NC) Chief of Detention Mecklenburg County Sheriff’s Office

Since 1994, Telisa E. White has worked for the Mecklenburg County Sheriff’s Office in several positions including training officer for two years, sergeant for six years, captain for 12 years, includ ing five years with the Office of Professional Compliance (Internal Affairs). White received a B.A. in sociology from Gardner Webb University in 1992. She is currently attending graduate school at Carolina University to obtain her master’s in leadership. White serves on two ACA committees, the Adult Local Detention committee and Behavioral Health committee. White has several certifications, including her Correctional Behavioral Health Certification (CBHC).

Commission on Accreditation for Corrections — Juvenile (1 Position)

Darlene Smith (OH) Health Care Consultant

Darlene Smith has over 30 years experience in correctional healthcare in adult and juvenile systems. Smith is a nursing professional demonstrating skills in patient care and healthcare team support. Smith has experience handling multiple, complex cases with accuracy and dignity. Smith holds a Bachelors of Science degree from Ohio University and a Master of Administration in Health Care Administration from Central Michigan University. ACA Healthcare Auditor. Current ACA Commissioner

Michelle Staples-Horne (GA) Medical Director Georgia Department of Juvenile Justice

Dr. Michelle Staples-Horne has been Medical Director for the Georgia Department of Juvenile Justice (DJJ) for over twenty-eight years serving 16 administrations. The medical program has expanded from four registered nurses at that time to over 300 medical providers today. Staples Horne holds both a Bachelor of Science Degree and a Master of Science Degree in Biology from Clark Atlanta University. She holds a Medical Degree from the Morehouse School of Medicine and a Master of Public Health in Health Policy and Management from Emory University in Atlanta. Her clinical experience includes Pediatrics at Columbia University’s Babies Hospital in New York and Preventive Medicine at Morehouse School of Medicine. Staples-Horne currently serves on the ACA Health Committee and the Delegate As sembly. She was formerly on the ACA Board of Commissioners and Juvenile Committee.

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2024 ACA Election