Remembering Corrections Officer IV Mari Anne Johnson
Honoring Her Life and Sacrifice Ten Years Later On July 16, 2026, the Correctional Peace Officers Foundation joins the Texas Department of Criminal Justice and the corrections community across the nation in remembering Corrections Officer IV Mari Anne Johnson on the tenth anniversary of her End of Watch. Officer Johnson dedicated seven years to serving […]
Honoring the Legacy of Security Supervisor Joe Zangaro and Court Officer Ronald “Ron” Kienzle
Ten Years Later, Their Courage Continues to Inspire On July 11, 2026, we pause to remember two dedicated public servants whose selfless actions exemplified the courage found throughout the corrections profession. Ten years ago, Security Supervisor Joe Zangaro and Court Officer Ronald “Ron” Kienzle of the Berrien County Trial Court in Michigan made the ultimate […]
Scholarship Spotlight: Lydia Essary
For Lydia Essary, success is measured not only by academic achievement, but by a life lived in service to others. The Correctional Peace Officers Foundation is proud to recognize Lydia Essary as a 2026 CPOF scholarship recipient. A graduate of Ector High School, Lydia will attend East Texas A&M University-Commerce, where she plans to pursue […]
Scholarship Spotlight: Elena Blanton
Determination isn’t always measured by the obstacles we face—it’s measured by the decision to keep moving forward. The Correctional Peace Officers Foundation is proud to recognize Elena Blanton as a 2026 CPOF scholarship recipient. Currently attending Sam Houston State University, Elena is building a future grounded in hard work, perseverance, and a desire to create […]
Scholarship Spotlight: Ella Kate Lively
Creativity and precision rarely exist without one another—and for Ella Kate Lively, they are the foundation of her future. The Correctional Peace Officers Foundation is proud to recognize Ella Kate as a 2026 CPOF scholarship recipient. A graduate of Elkhart High School, Ella Kate will attend the University of Texas at Tyler, where she plans […]
Scholarship Spotlight: Joann Savage
Sometimes the career we are meant to have is the one we never expected. For Joann Savage, what began as a decision to provide financial stability for her three children became a calling she now proudly embraces. The Correctional Peace Officers Foundation is proud to recognize Sergeant Joann Savage of the Texas Department of Criminal […]
Scholarship Spotlight: Jazlyn Hill
The Correctional Peace Officers Foundation is proud to recognize Jazlyn Re’nee Hill as a 2026 CPOF scholarship recipient. Jazlyn, the daughter of Latasha Hill of TDCJ Health Services, will attend Hardin-Simmons University, where she will pursue a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) while continuing her basketball career at the collegiate level. For Jazlyn, attending […]
Scholarship Spotlight: Ava Wise
The Correctional Peace Officers Foundation is proud to recognize Ava Wise as a 2026 CPOF scholarship recipient. Ava, the daughter of Frances Rebecca Wise of the Texas Board of Pardons and Parole, will attend Texas Tech University, where she plans to pursue a nursing degree on her path to becoming a Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist […]
Scholarship Spotlight: Colton Smith
The Correctional Peace Officers Foundation is proud to recognize Colton Smith as a 2026 CPOF scholarship recipient. Colton is continuing his education at Nelson University and is a second-year recipient of a CPOF scholarship. The CPOF Scholarship Program is designed to do more than help students begin college—it exists to support them throughout their educational […]
Scholarship Spotlight: Lauren Lankford
The Correctional Peace Officers Foundation is proud to recognize Lauren Lankford as a 2026 CPOF scholarship recipient. Lauren, the daughter of Kevin Lankford of the Texas Department of Criminal Justice, will attend Texas Tech University, where she plans to earn a degree in Multidisciplinary Science while also obtaining her teaching certification. Some people discover their […]
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