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Orientation and classification at the Kansas reformatory
The article follows Jimmy a 16 year old new inmate at the Kansas State Industrial Reformatory as he undergoes orientation and classification. It outlines the process of assigning numbers testing and disciplinary drills, and describes how a classification board assigns him to a work detail or school while weighing needs capabilities and institutional requirements. It notes the Lansing transfer issue and the influence of experienced staff on rehabilitation outcomes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kansas State Industrial Reformatory
Hutchinson
Mike Steel
Jimmy
KSIR
John Munns
Neil Prichard
Prichard
Reformatory
Lansing State
Transemer
Hisory
Lansing
Hutchinson High School
Une
Bill Barker
Joe Bayles