Programs to encourage cultural understanding have been presented in conjunction with Black History Month, Hispanic Awareness Month, and Native American Month. Also, under the supervision of Leisure Time Services, the Goodwill Garden, produced 4,132 pounds of produce which was donated to local food banks. 100 or more GED certificates each year to residents at the work camp and prison. These courses are required to better prepare the inmate to return to the outside world. Illinois Central College has been providing 24 different college level courses.
Classes continue to expand and attendance incentives areincreasing total enrollment.
The normal enrollment in college academics is approximately 150 with another approximately 120 in vocational classes. The non vocational remedial class averages 11 students. The Cooperative Work Training Program, which presents life skills in conjunction with promoting good work habits, has 30 participants. Approximately 100 associate degrees and vocational certificates were earned at the last two graduation ceremonies. The construction class built the signs for the new high school track.