Calhoun County Correctional Facility Celebrates GED Graduate

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Friday, October 2, 2026

The Calhoun County Sheriff’s Office is recognizing an individual incarcerated at the Calhoun County Correctional Facility for reaching an important educational milestone while also highlighting the programming and opportunities available to individuals during their time in custody.

At age 66, Judge Tucker successfully completed the General Educational Development (GED) program and earned his GED certificate while incarcerated at the Calhoun County Correctional Facility.

Tucker’s achievement represents a significant personal milestone and demonstrates the value of providing educational opportunities within a correctional setting. Completing a GED requires commitment, perseverance and a willingness to invest in personal growth, and Tucker took advantage of the resources available to work toward that goal while in custody.

“Achievements like this are exactly why these programs matter,” Sheriff Steve Hinkley said. “Time spent in our facility can be an opportunity for individuals to make positive changes and prepare themselves for what comes next. Mr. Tucker made the decision to put in the work and earn his GED at 66 years old, and that is something worth recognizing.”

The GED program is one of several opportunities available to individuals incarcerated at the Calhoun County Correctional Facility. Through correctional programming and partnerships with community organizations, the Sheriff’s Office works to connect participants with education, skills and resources that can support personal development and help prepare them for a successful return to the community.

Successful correctional programming requires commitment from participants as well as support from correctional staff and community partners. The Sheriff’s Office works with outside organizations to make programming available within the facility and connect individuals with resources that can continue to benefit them following release.

Tucker completed his GED with support from the Battle Creek Public Schools Adult Education Department, which partners with the Calhoun County Correctional Facility to provide educational opportunities to individuals in custody.

“We are grateful for the partnership of Battle Creek Public Schools Adult Education and the people who work directly with participants to make accomplishments like this possible,” Hinkley said. “Providing someone with an opportunity is only the first step. Mr. Tucker deserves the credit for choosing to take advantage of it and following through.”

The Calhoun County Sheriff’s Office congratulates Tucker on earning his GED and thanks Battle Creek Public Schools Adult Education for its continued partnership and commitment to helping individuals pursue their educational goals while incarcerated.

The Sheriff’s Office remains committed to providing meaningful programming within the Calhoun County Correctional Facility that encourages education, personal responsibility, and preparation for successful reentry into the community.

For media inquiries, contact

Amber Coco, Calhoun County Communications Director

acoco@calhouncountymi.gov