Susan's Record 1990-1999
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1990 2-18-90
Participated in Arts-in-Corrections’ exhibit Behind the Cover, held at
the University of California, Riverside art gallery. 2-18-90 thru
3-25-90 3-22-90
Susan receives a Certificate of Accomplishment for completing the Breaking
Barriers Seminar. [This program is meant to provide the participants with the
tools and alternatives necessary for change in their lives. It prepares them
to make positive choices regarding lifestyles upon re-entry into society.] 3-28-90
Susan receives a Certificate of Educational Achievement from the State
of California for completion of training in Bourne Shell Computer Language. 3-30-90
Vocational Instructor states that Susan “is a good worker and always
pleasant to those around her.” 3-30-90
Received an A grade in Vocational Data Processing. 4-28-90
Susan receives a Certificate of Appreciation for participating in
Victim’s Services’ Children-At-Risk Walk-A-Thon. 4-28-90
Susan receives a Certificate of Appreciation from Victim’s Services for
raising the second highest amount of contributions in the Children at Risk
1990 Walk-A-Thon. 6-29-90
Susan received a Certificate of Educational Achievement from the State of
California for completion of training in introduction to COBOL. 6-29-90
Vocational Instructor states that Susan “has been impressive in her
diligence, perseverance, and knowledge of the material learned. An excellent
student and a pleasure to have in class.” 6-29-90
Received an A grade in Vocational Data Processing. 7-26-90
Susan received an Award from CIW’s Recreation Department for
Outstanding Participation. 7-26-90
Susan received an Award from CIW’s Recreation Department for
Outstanding Participation in Weight Class. 9-22-90
Susan was awarded a Certificate of Participation in the Building a New You
seminar. 9-28-90
Vocational Instructor states that Susan “is hard working, intelligent
and picks up new concepts rapidly.” 9-28-90
Received an A grade in Vocational Data Processing. 10-1-90
Susan received a Certificate of Educational Achievement from the State of
California for completion of training in Advanced COBOL. 10-19-90
Counselor acknowledges Susan for successfully completing 40 hours of Training
for Trainers in order to become a facilitator for Breaking Barriers. 10-22-90 Vocational
Instructor states that Susan “is always hard working, intelligent, and
a pleasure to have in the class.” 10-22-90 Received
an A grade in Vocational Data Processing. 10-31-90 Susan
received an Award from CIW’s Recreation Department for three months of
Outstanding Participation in Weight Class (a class Susan set up). 10-31-90 Susan
received a Certificate of Educational Achievement from the State of
California for completion of training in Vocational Data Processing and
Computer Programming. 10-31-90 Susan
received a Certificate of Educational Achievement from the State of
California for completion of training in Micro Software. 12-7-90
Susan received a Certificate of Accomplishment for Facilitating a Breaking
Barriers Seminar. 12-10-90
Susan received a Laudatory Chrono from Reverend Johnson for helping to move
the church into the new Chapel. “She has worked tirelessly and with a
spirit of cooperation and enthusiasm for the two weeks that it took to make the
move. She often worked twelve hours a day as well as on her days off. Her
efforts went far beyond the call of duty...” 12-20-90 Program
Administrator and two Correctional Counselors state that Susan “has
done an excellent job on Data Processing and [is] doing a very good job on
her new assignment, working for Reverend Johnson.” 1991 1-30-91 Psychiatrist Dr. Armstrong stated that
“Ms. Atkins appears to be well aware of her high-profile and
potentially controversial status, yet she has made a deliberate and concerted
effort not to refrain from undertaking a worthwhile role in the prison
community.” “In other words, it is my opinion that her desire to
be available to her peers in this manner constitutes evidence of her
potential as a social and spiritual leader of significant merit.” 2-28-91 Work Supervisor states that “Susan
has gained my trust by her actions. She is growing at a steady pace, she uses
her skills well.” “She carries a tremendous work load without
complaining and is a credit to the Interfaith Chapel.” He reports her
attitude, interest in assigned work, effort and teamwork all as exceptional. 3-8-91 Susan received a Certificate of
Accomplishment for Facilitating a Breaking Barriers Seminar. 3-18-91
Susan received commendations from staff for volunteering her services on a
weekly basis for assisting in the maintenance and upkeep of the facilities. 6-19-91
Counselor acknowledges Susan’s participation in the Lifer’s
Orientation meeting. 6-21-91
Susan received a Certificate of Accomplishment for Facilitating a Breaking
Barriers Seminar. 7-31-91
Work Supervisor Reverend Johnson states that “Susan continues to be an
asset and a credit to Interfaith Chapel. Her work is always done on time. She
continues to grow at a steady pace and gets along well with peers and
staff.” He reported her skill and knowledge as exceptional, as
well as her attitude toward staff. 8-1-91 Susan received a Certificate for
completion of part of the Ed Steinkamp Ministries’ Bible Study Course. 8-9-91 Susan received commendations from staff
for her “dedication and hard work in maintaining the high level of
cleanliness...” “Each Thursday she volunteers two hours of her time...”
“Susan demonstrates a high degree of reliability and responsibility.
Her efforts are appreciated by this writer...” 8-9-91 Susan received a Certificate of
Accomplishment for Facilitating a Breaking Barriers Seminar. 8-28-91
Susan received a Laudatory Chrono from Chaplain Johnson stating that she
“is to be commended for her time, energy, initiative, and labor in the
Beautification of C.I.W. Project.” “Your efforts are appreciated
Susan and are to be commended.” 10-9-91
Susan received a Certificate of Participation from Alcoholics and Narcotics Anonymous. 12-91 Work Supervisor states that “Susan
does the bulk of the institutional typing [for the chapel] and assembles the
Bible studies that are given out at a rate of 500 per week...” Her work
habits, attitude toward peers and job, as well as her quality of work are all
described as above average. He also notes that Susan’s attitude toward
the State is above average. Her alertness, perseverance, and care are all
reported as being exceptional. 12-23-91
Psychologist, Dr. Grimes stated that Susan’s participation in her
psychotherapy group was “active” and that Susan had matured
emotionally. 1992 3-25-92
Susan received a Certificate of Participation from Alcoholics and Narcotics
Anonymous, Codependency and Al-non. 3-28-92 Susan received an Award from CIW Recreation
Department for Outstanding Participation in Weight Class (a class which Susan
set up). 6-16-92 Psychologist, Dr. Grimes stated that Susan
“Has actively participated in this group and has matured emotionally...” 6-30-92
Susan received an Award from the CIW Recreation Department for Outstanding
Participation in three months of Conditioning Class (a class which Susan set
up). 7-19-92
Susan received a Certificate of Participation from Alcoholics and Narcotics
Anonymous. 9-10-92
Susan is awarded a Certificate for successfully completing the three month
AA/NA 12 Step Study Group. 11-5-92
Susan received a Certificate of Completion for successfully completing New
Beginnings Victims Impact Orientation. 11-12-92
The Victim’s Services Representative acknowledges Susan for her
participation in a four hour Victim’s Impact-New Beginnings
Orientation. (chrono) Susan went on to become a facilitator in Victim’s
Services’ New beginnings, going over to the Reception Center to meet
with newly arrived inmates to give them orientation on the “effects of
crime on victims.” And to “raise the awareness level of the
criminal [to] the cost of crime to the victims.” 12-1-92
Vocational Instructor states that Susan “is an excellent
student.” “She applies herself well to accomplish her
tasks.” 12-7-92 Psychologist Dr. Klebel states that Susan
“has made substantial progress during her more than 20 years of
incarceration.” “The interview resulted in the conclusion that
inmate Atkins has made progress in accepting her part in the perpetration of
the crime, in her guilt and remorse about her crimes and in trying to
understand what got her into the life style that resulted in the horrendous
events of her crimes.” MMPI reflects “striving for
perfection,” “test was taken in a normal fashion, there are no
signs of dissimulation or defensiveness... As a matter of fact, the validity
scales indicate that the tested person can be described as a “usually
candid and adaptable individual...” “No deficits in judgment and
insight were noted.” His conclusions were that “during
observation in the institution she has significantly psychologically
improved. In a less controlled environment this inmate is expected to improve
further.” 12-17-92
Susan’s Counselor states that ...”Ms. Atkins has made a positive
adjustment during her (23) twenty-three years and 4 months of incarceration,
and has demonstrated her efforts to improve herself and meeting the Board of
Prison Terms recommendations by attending self-help groups, remaining
disciplinary free and working towards becoming responsible for her actions
through personal growth, self-accountability, gaining insight of her
self-image and those contributing factors which led her to prison.” “This
writer has been Ms. Atkins’ assigned counselor sporadically for the
last (3) three years and consistently for the past two (2) years.” 12-31-92 Vocational
Instructor states that Susan “is an excellent student.”
“... She applies herself well...” 1993 1-20-93 1993 Board Hearing - (Institutional behavior) Faulted for - 1)
Trying to satisfy BPT demands to be perfect. - Demands - 1) Remain disciplinary free. 1-20-93
BPT states that Susan is doing a good job as far as her behavior in prison.
The Board states that Susan "should be commended for being disciplinary
free since 1982, for your work record, for earning vocational certificates,
and for your improvement in substance abuse programming." They find no
post-conviction behavior to fault her for. 1-29-93
Breaking Barriers Coordinator states that Susan “is to be commended for
her follow-up participation as a co-facilitator for the Breaking Barriers
Program...” “The Breaking Barriers Department looks forward to
her continued participation.” 4-17-93
Participated as one of the coordinators for the Children at Risk Walk-A-Thon,
to raise money for underprivileged children. 4-19-93
Victim Services Representative states that Susan’s participation in
Victim Services “has been both positive and inspirational to other
inmates.” This program includes “facilitation of victim impact
orientations, providing input for community projects and serving as a
“positive role model” for other inmates.” 5-93 Dr. Grimes states that Susan
“has been attending a Group Therapy for Lifers meeting,” and that
Susan “has attended and actively participated in achieving the
group’s goals.” “Progress towards these goals has been
significant.” 6-22-93
Victim Services Representative stated that Susan “is acknowledged for
her recent participation as one of the coordinator’s [sic] for the
Children-At-Risk Walk-A-Thon...” “As a result of her commitment
and enthusiasm towards this special fund-raiser, the institution raised more
than $8,500.00.” 7-93 Dr. Grimes states that
Susan “has been attending Group Psychotherapy for Lifers...” She
has “attended and actively participated in the group psychotherapy
process. Inmate Atkins understands the nature of her instant offense...
Positive progress has been noted.” 7-26-93 AA/NA Sponsor commended Susan for her
participation as “an active member of AA/NA...”
“Susan’s participation in sharing and reading has helped to make
this program successful.” 7-30-93
“The Executive Body and Group Sponsor for the Long Termers’
Organization, wish to thank Susan for her support and participation in the
LTO...” “Your enthusiasm and team effort are appreciated. We look
forward to your continued participation.” 8-2-93 Prison Fellowship Sponsor states
“Susan has been an active participant in the Christian 12-Steps
Chemical Dependency Program...” This program “included in-depth
analysis of ...dependencies and related patterns which brought her to prison.
Through this study, Susan has gained insight... sharing her life experiences
with her peers and community volunteers.” 8-9-93 Executive Body and Group Sponsor for
LTO “wish to thank Susan for her work at LTO” fund-raiser.
“Your enthusiasm and team effort are appreciated.” 9-14-93 Program Administrator and two Correctional
Counselors commend Susan for participation in “group Psychotherapy,
LTO, AA/NA, and Victims Services...” 9-24-93
Vocational Instructor states that Susan “has acquired excellent word
processing skills. The quality of her work has been excellent.” 11-93 Staff Sponsor for the Chapel Choir stated
that Susan “has given 100% emotionally as well as spiritually. She has
been a great asset to the Spiritualette Choir.” “She is to be
commended for all her efforts in accomplishing her personal goals in growing
and development of personal growth.” 12-6-93
Prison Fellowship Sponsor states “Susan has been an active participant
in the Christian 12-Steps Codependency Program...” This program
“included in-depth analysis of ... codependent behavior and related
patterns which influenced her development. Through this study, Susan has
gained insight... sharing her life experiences with her peers and community
volunteers.” 12-6-93
Susan is acknowledged for her participation in Building a New You, by Chuck
Colson’s prison fellowship. A two day seminar. 12-31-93
Work Supervisor states that Susan is “very efficient,” and that
she has a “very well adjusted attitude. Good at any operation.” 1994 2-24-94
The Sponsor for the African American Women Prisoners Association “is
proud to acknowledge inmate Atkins for her participation in AAWPA’s
first “Black History” program...” “Thank you, S.
Atkins for contributing to keeping the dream alive!” 4-18-94
Catholic Chaplain acknowledges Susan for acting as a facilitator for the
Christian 12-Steps Chemical Dependency Program. He states that Susan gained
insight and shared her experiences not only with her peers, but with the
community volunteers as well. 6-30-94
LTO Sponsor states that she wishes “to thank Susan for her support and
participation in the LTO...” “We look forward to your continued
participation.” 7-20-94
Work Supervisor states that Susan “needs little or no supervision. She
shows pride in her work.” Susan is “a very neat and dedicated
worker...” He also reported her attitude towards staff and supervisors
as exceptional. Effort and quantity of work are also reported as exceptional. 8-1-94 Susan received a Commendation Chrono from
the Long Termers Organization Sponsor stating that “Susan, your
teamwork, enthusiasm and reliability are appreciated by the sponsor and
members of the Long Termers Organization.” 8-31-94
Catholic Chaplain Fuller commended Susan for 4 months work as a facilitator
in the Christian 12-Steps Codependency Program. The Chaplain noted that the
goal of this program was to encourage participants to assess their
codependent behavior and the patterns which influenced their development so
as to gain insight and work on growth issues concerning appropriate
relationships. 9-2-94 Susan agreed to participate with the
Department of the Treasury, Federal Law Enforcement Training Center, and the
International Association of Chiefs of Police colloquy for Federal, State,
and local law enforcement personnel on the subject of cults, after the Waco
incident. 10-1-94
Work Supervisor states that Susan “needs no supervision. She has taken
time and initiative to create and landscape new gardens and flower beds for
[her housing unit] in addition to her regular duties...” He reports
Susan’s attitude towards supervisors as exceptional as well as her
interest in her assigned work and the effort she displays. 10-10-94
“The African American Women Prisoners Association is very proud to
commend Susan Atkins for her outstanding participation as a Team
Player...” “Thank you for a job well done.” 12-31-94 Work
Supervisor states that Susan “needs no supervision. She has taken time
to study horticulture to enable her to maintain the gardens she created in
addition to her regular duties.” Susan’s effort, interest, teamwork
and quality of work are all reported as exceptional. 1995 Opposed Manson’s parole. 4-22-95
Participated in and assisted Children at Risk Walk-A-Thon. 6-6-95 Sergeant acknowledged Susan for her
“participation and assistance for the Children-At-Risk
Walk-A-Thon.” “As a result of her commitment and enthusiasm
towards this special fund-raiser, the institution raised thousands of dollars
for the Children’s Fund.” 6-24-95
Work Supervisor states that Susan “needs little or no supervision. She
shows pride in her work... [and] is a conscientious and dedicated
worker...” Demonstrated skill, attitude toward peers, and attitude
toward staff are all reported as exceptional. 9-95 SOS Sponsor commends Susan for her
participation, stating that “during this three month period, SOS completed
eight quilts for the homeless, several baby quilts were donated to an AIDS
hospice, and work continues on the “Precious Pals” for the Chino
Police Department. SOS is proud of its accomplishments and it is a success
because of members like Susan.” 10-24-95
Work Supervisor states that Susan “needs little or no supervision. She
shows pride in her work and is concerned about the appearance of [her work
area]. She also volunteers her services in other areas...” Quality and
quantity of work, as well as learning ability, are all reported as
exceptional. 1996 2-96 Work Supervisor states that Susan
“shows pride in her work. She is a conscientious and dedicated worker.
She needs little or no supervision. She also volunteers her services in other
areas in improving the appearance of the institution.” 2-9-96 Breaking Barriers Coordinator commends
Susan for her participation as a co-facilitator for Breaking Barriers.
“The Breaking Barriers Department looks forward to her continued
participation.” 3-31-96
Work Supervisor states that Susan “continues to keep grounds around
[her housing unit] well maintained and needs little supervision.” He
also reports Susan’s attitude towards supervisors, attitude towards
fellow workers, interest in assigned work, effort displayed in assigned work,
and her teamwork and participation all as exceptional. 5-2-96 Psychiatrist Dr. McDaniel states that
after her arrest, Susan showed “a degree of dramatic, almost hysterical
behavior, and initially she was described as close to being psychotic. ...
Over the years she has matured considerably and is a far different person now
when her initial reports are used for comparison.” 5-3-96 Dr. Ponath acknowledged Susan’s
participation in Group Therapy, stating that Susan “was active during
group” and that Susan’s participation was showing progress in her
understanding. 5-29-96
Two Correctional Counselors state that “Since her last Subsequent Hearing
on 01/29/93, Ms. Atkins has continued to display laudatory behavior.”
“Despite the high notoriety of Ms. Atkins’ case, she has endured
many adverse conditions and continued to exercise efforts necessary for
parole consideration. In summation, Ms. Atkins has made substantial progress
during her 27 years of incarceration.” 6-8-96 Susan Served as a facilitator for the
Chemical Dependency 12 Steps program for three months. "Through this
study, Ms. Atkins gained insight and work[ed] on growth issues concerning
appropriate relationships..." 6-25-96 1996 Board Hearing - (Institutional behavior) Faulted for - 1)
Getting a non-serious disciplinary chrono. (Which is illegal to use against
an inmate at a parole hearing.) - Demands - 1) Remain disciplinary free. 6-30-96
Work Supervisor states that “the skill and attention [Susan] gives to
[her work area] shows.” He reports her efforts, the quality of her work
and her skill and knowledge as exceptional, and encourages her to “keep
up the good work.” 7-3-96 Facility Captain and Correctional
Counselor report that Susan receives “excellent evaluations” for
work. 7-8-96 Protestant Chaplain Deshores acknowledged
Susan for her participation as a facilitator for the Chemical Dependency
12-Steps Group. This group is meant to allow inmates to assess their chemical
dependent behavior and the related patterns which influence their
development. “Through this study, Susan has gained insight and worked
on growth issues concerning appropriate relationships...” 7-12-96 Susan receives recognition for
co-facilitating Prison Fellowship’s Christian 12-step for Overcoming
Chemical Dependency. 7-22-96 LTO Sponsor commended Susan for her
volunteer work in single-handedly restoring the gardens and lawns around the
visiting facilities. He states that Susan “spent many hours of her free
time in this effort and made a significant change by beautifying the
appearance of the area, which now has flower beds and green grass, thereby,
making it a pleasant experience for visitors. Thank you, Susan, for all the
time and care you have devoted to this project.” 9-30-96
Work Supervisor states that Susan continues “to do good work and have a
positive attitude.” Her participation, teamwork, quality of work,
attitude towards staff, supervisors, and fellow workers are all described as
exceptional. 11-19-96 Protestant
Chaplain Deshores acknowledged Susan for acting as a Facilitator in the
Codependency 12-Steps Group. This group helped inmates to re-assess their
behaviors and gain insight. 12-96 Prison Fellowship Ministries
International commended Susan for her personal contribution to developing a
series of questions to go along with their 12-step programs. The PFMI Class
Instructor, Area Director, and Area Council state that “Susan Atkins has
been the principle author and composer of these questions for each of the 14
sessions of the co-dependency program and has now started the 12 step drug
dependency program. ...she has spent about 2 1/2 months so far in the
development of these questions. She is to be commended for her willingness,
ability and insightfulness into the dynamics of what can help a person deal
with their co-dependency problems and overcome their dependency upon drugs in
order to produce these questions that can be used with the workbook provided
by Prison Fellowship.” 12-4-96
Susan receives a Certificate of Participation for her work with the AA/NA
Banquet entertainment. 12-13-96 Dr.
Ponath states that during her lifers general process group sessions, Susan
“maintained an active role throughout... She not only provided her
peers with feedback, but also shared very personal, intimate experiences in
order to help others and to work through them. Overall, she maintained a
positive attitude and expressed a strong desire for change and personal
growth. She was assertive and appropriately confrontive.” 12-26-96 SOS
Sponsor commends Susan for her participation, stating that Susan
“continues to be an active member of “Sharing Our
Stitches”...” “During this time period, SOS completed 23
adult and baby quilts which were donated to the homeless and AIDS
hospice.” Susan’s “reliable attendance and team spirit
helps make this group all that it has become.” 12-30-96 Susan
is awarded a Certificate of Achievement in recognition of distinguished
achievement and satisfactory participation in Arts in Corrections/ UCLA Arts
Reach. 1997 1-1-97 Work Supervisor states Susan has a good
attitude and rates her attitude toward staff and fellow inmates and workers
as exceptional. Demonstrated skill and effort displayed in assigned work are
also reported as exceptional. 3-1-97 LTO Executive Body and Group Sponsor
for the Long Termers’ Organization “wish to thank Susan for her
support and participation in the LTO.” “Your enthusiasm and team
effort is appreciated.” 3-31-97 Work Supervisor states that Susan takes pride in her job assignment, “you are a very hard and conscientious worker.” She reports Susan’s work as being exceptional in quality, exceptional in quantity, exceptional in effort, and exceptional in skill. 3-31-97
Susan is awarded a Certificate of Achievement by the Imperial County Arts
Council in recognition of distinguished achievement and satisfactory
participation in Arts in Corrections. 4-15-97
Protestant Chaplain acknowledged Susan for facilitating Chemical Dependency
12-Steps Group sponsored by Prison Fellowship. 6-30-97
Work Supervisor reports Susan’s attitude toward supervisors and fellow
inmates and workers as exceptional. Her work is reported as exceptional in
quantity and quality. She states that Susan is a “conscientious and
hard worker.” 6-30-97
Susan is awarded a Certificate of Achievement by the Imperial County Arts
Council "in recognition of distinguished achievement and satisfactorily
participating in Arts in Corrections." 7-97 The Mexican American Resource
Association Sponsor states that Susan “has been an active member of
MARA” and has “contributed generously of her time, talent, ideas
and efforts. Susan Atkins has made a substantial contribution to the growth
and viability of MARA, and is a valued member of our organization.” 8-6-97 SOS Sponsor commended Susan for her
participation, stating that Susan “contributed her time and creative
effort in making quilts for the Los Angeles Women’s Foundation, who in
turn distributes the quilts to shelters and aids the homeless in the local
communities.” “...Susan has shown herself to be dependable,
trustworthy and productive with an excellent team spirit resulting in the
success of the program.” 10-1-97
Work Supervisor states that Susan is simply an “exceptional
worker.” Exceptional in skill, interest in work, effort in work,
quantity of work and quality of work. 10-22-97 Susan
receives an award from the Warden and the Community Resources Manager for her
contributions and participation in one if the Community Services Projects. 11-19-97 Susan
is awarded a Certificate of Achievement "in recognition of distinguished
achievement and satisfactorily participating in Arts in Corrections/UCLA Arts
Reach." 11-24-97 Work
Supervisor states that Susan “an exceptional, conscientious
worker.” He reports Susan’s attitude and work quality as both
being exceptional. undated Susan receives a Certificate of
Appreciation "for outstanding and dedicated service to the CIW Christ
Crusaders." 1998 1-6-98 SOS Sponsor states that “Susan
Atkins is to be commended for her voluntary participation in the Sharing Our
Stitches program. Her talent, effort, and dedication... is an act of
caring and compassion for those in the surrounding communities who are
experiencing times of great need.” “...quilts have been donated
to St. Joseph Church for the homeless in Ontario, Valley View Continuation
School for teen parents and to the Buena Vista Teen Mother program in
Chino.” 1-22-98
The CRM states that “Susan Atkins is to be commended for volunteering
her time and help with the preparations for the Community Resources
Banquet... Susan used her creative ability ... to set up for the banquet in
an efficient manner, making the evening a great success. Thank you
Susan.” 4-29-98 Work Supervisor states that Susan
“demonstrates a great deal of knowledge and interest in her assigned
work. Her interest in her work has prompted her to learn about various
species of plants and flowers, among other things. It is obvious that she has
applied what she has learned towards her work. Inmate Atkins displays a
personal interest in her housing unit and goes out of her way to make [her
housing unit] a beautiful and... a more peaceful and nicer place to live. The
appearance of the Miller housing unit is exceptional.” 5-20-98
Susan is recognized for three months participation in AA/NA. 6-30-98
Sharing our Stitches sponsor commends Susan for her voluntary participation,
thanking her for her "talent, effort, and dedication." 7-11-98 Reverend Woodard states that “Ms.
Susan Atkins ... is to be commended for her participation in the Interfaith
Chapel In-House Ministry as a Moderator. Her sincere dedication and
availability has been a valuable asset to the Ministry, Chaplains, Volunteers
and peers. She also assisted in making the T.D. Jakes Ministry Conference...
a blessing to the population as a whole. Keep up the good work!!” 12-7-98 Susan is awarded a Certificate of
Achievement from the Imperial County Arts Council in recognition of
distinguished achievement and participation in the Arts in Corrections
program. 12-31-98
SOS Sponsor commends Susan, stating that “Susan’s act of caring
and compassion has benefited those who are experiencing times of great need
in the surrounding communities.” “Quilts have been donated to the
Salem Christian Homes (a residential care and training for adults who have
developed disabilities in Ontario), Horizon House (a battered women’s
shelter that advocates against domestic violence), and Hillside High School
(teen moms).” “SOS deeply appreciates your contributions to the
success of this community services program.” 12-31-98
Susan received a Laudatory Chrono from the AA/NA Sponsor stating that she
“was an active participant [in the Narcotics Anonymous study group] and
shared her experiences openly and freely. She contributed in discussions
regarding the 12-step program, helping to make the group interesting,
informative, and inspirational. Susan shared her understanding of the 12-step
process with the newer members... It is said that all that is required to
allow the 12-steps to work in one’s life is open-mindedness, honesty,
and willingness. Susan demonstrated all these qualities.” 1999 1-12-99 Susan completed a three month NA 12-step
Study Group. Susan "was an active participant and shared her experiences
openly and freely. Ms. Atkins contributed... to make the group interesting,
informative, and inspirational." 4-14-99
MARA (Mexican American Resource Association) Sponsor states “Susan,
MARA would like to take this opportunity to express their appreciation for
your participation in the annual banquet...” “... your hard work
is an example of true volunteer service...” 4-27-99
AA/NA Sponsor states that “Susan has attended a 12-step study
group...” she “listened attentively to the lectures and
participated in the discussions that followed.” “Susan was an
asset to this group and her input was greatly appreciated.” 6-30-99
Susan received a Laudatory Chrono from the SOS Sponsor, which states that
“Susan is to be commended for her voluntary participation in the
Sharing Our Stitches Program...” “...quilts have been donated to
the surrounding areas of CIW as a community service. Susan, SOS deeply
appreciates your contributions to this program.” 6-30-99
SOS Sponsor commends Susan for her volunteer participation in Sharing Our
Stitches. “Her talents, effort and dedication which she has applied into
the construction of handmade quilts has been an act of Susan’s caring
and compassion for those in the surrounding communities, who are experiencing
times of great need.” “Susan, SOS deeply appreciates your
contributions to this program.” 10-18-99 Lieutenant, Sergeant, and Correctional Counselor acknowledge Susan’s volunteer work in 12-step Bible Study. 10-26-99 Susan receives a Certificate of Achievement "in recognition of distinguished achievement and satisfactory participation" in a 12 week Arts in Corrections/UCLA Arts Reach program. 12-16-99 The Unit Classification Committee notes Susan's positive institutional adjustment. 12-20-99 Warden Poole documents her opinion that Susan has shown “positive institutional adjustment,” that at her job Susan has “received exceptional evaluations,” and that Susan “has exhibited exemplary behavior” within her institution. 12-27-99 Susan is recognized by the African American Women Prisoners Association for her contribution to their Kwanzaa event, celebrating African American Heritage. 12-31-99 Susan is commended for six months participation as Chairperson of Sharing Our Stitches. “Susan’s leadership and act of compassion for those in the surrounding communities, who are experiencing times of great need has made this program a success.” “...quilts have been donated from the Sharing Our Stitches Program to the various encompassing cities of C.I.W. in the performance of community service. |