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National Correctional Officers and Employees Week
May 2 – 8, 2027
Honors correctional officers. Every year: First full Sunday–Saturday week of May.
Share a story with someone you love
Make an illustrated story about their work, starring your family, and send it on the day.
Make a story about a correctional officerWays to celebrate with your kids
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Make a card for your local fire station, police station or dispatch center.
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Talk about who to call in an emergency, and who answers.
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Read a story about a day spent keeping people safe.
Thank-you wall
Leave a note for correctional officers. Notes are public, so anyone can read them.
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Questions
- When is National Correctional Officers and Employees Week in 2027?
- In 2027, National Correctional Officers and Employees Week is May 2 – 8, 2027.
- When is National Correctional Officers and Employees Week in 2028?
- In 2028, National Correctional Officers and Employees Week is May 7 – 13, 2028.
- Who does National Correctional Officers and Employees Week honor?
- National Correctional Officers and Employees Week honors correctional officers. It comes around every year: First full Sunday–Saturday week of May.
Most of these days are set by professional associations, not by law. Dates follow each organizer's usual rule, and a few move in some years, so check with the organizer before planning something big.