That is who the state jail system is designed to deal with best. The Windham School System is actively involved in every state jail, teaching literacy, life skills and vocational training to the offenders. It would amaze most people to learn that a very large portion of offenders can t read and write. That s true, unfortunately, of some who even have a high school diploma. So education is stressed as an effective rehabilitation method.
Substance abuse is also a very significant factor in the lives of most offenders.
There is plenty of religious influence for those interested in unifying the soul. And of course, work, plenty and plenty of work. State jail offenders are required to work to comply with the program. The local probation departments are encouraged to get actively involved in state jail programs and to provide an essential link between the state jail and the community. That process has unfortunately moved fairly slowly in many parts of Texas, but more and more local jurisdictions seem to be getting involved.