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July 2025 Edition 

Raising the Bar: Welcoming Class 500 and Powering Forward in 2025

This month marks a milestone for WSCJTC as we welcome COA Class 500—our 500th Corrections Officers Academy class. That number represents more than just the size of our training pipeline—it reflects years of commitment to preparing professionals who are ready to lead with integrity and compassion inside Washington’s jails. And the good news? We’ve eliminated the long waitlists that once delayed entry into the academy. For the… Read more

When Webaza Nicholas walked across the stage to receive his certificate from the Washington State Criminal Justice Training Commission’s (WSCJTC) Corrections Officers Academy (COA), he carried more than just the weight of his training. He carried the journey of survival, perseverance, and purpose.

Born in Uganda, Webaza fled persecution and violence before arriving in the United States as a refugee. After resettling in California, he worked hard to build a new life—learning English, earning multiple college degrees, and… Read more

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In alignment with Washington State’s commitment to sustainability and clean energy, the Washington State Criminal Justice Training Commission (WSCJTC) has… Read more

Watch the full interview here.

Before stepping into the classroom at the Washington State Criminal Justice Training Commission (WSCJTC), Kees Lensing had already stood on some of the world’s biggest stages.

A former professional rugby player, Lensing represented Namibia in two Rugby World Cups and coached internationally for more than a decade—including as head coach of the Seattle Seawolves, Washington’s Major League Rugby team. He’s traveled to 39 countries, coached… Read more