College of The Albemarle Modernized Prison Classrooms
The Pasquotank Correctional Institution is the first facility in North Carolina to install Hi-Flex classroom technology.
Updated on Sept. 24, 2026 in Distance Learning
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The College of The Albemarle completed the Hi-Flex Classroom Digital Modernization Project at the Pasquotank Correctional Institution. This facility is now the first in North Carolina to feature advanced digital tools to support incarcerated students.
Why it matters
The integration of this technology aims to expand educational access and engagement for incarcerated learners. By providing modern digital tools, the institution hopes to better prepare students for future employment and successful community reintegration.
The classrooms feature an 86-inch interactive touchscreen display and an integrated camera, video, and sound bar system. This equipment was funded through the Digital Champions Grant to support Hi-Flex learning models.
The players
College of The Albemarle
This educational institution serves as the primary provider of academic and vocational training for students in the region.
Pasquotank Correctional Institution
This facility is a state correctional center that provides housing and programs for incarcerated individuals.
North Carolina Department of Adult Correction
This state agency oversees the operations of correctional facilities and rehabilitation programs throughout North Carolina.
North Carolina Department of Information Technology
This agency manages the state government's technology infrastructure and digital transformation projects.
The details
The project involved installing a digital instructor lectern, an Extron digital touchpad, and audiovisual hardware. These updates allow for flexible instructional delivery that supports both in-person and remote learning methods within the institution.
Timeline
September 24, 2026: The College of The Albemarle announced the project completion.
Culture Shift
The project extends the North Carolina Department of Adult Correction's digital rehabilitation initiatives by introducing remote learning capabilities to a high-security setting. This move signals a broader transition toward utilizing digital infrastructure to bridge gaps in inmate education.
This modernization offers incarcerated individuals access to contemporary learning tools that mirror those used in traditional college settings. The improved instructional delivery aims to increase long-term success rates for those returning to the North Carolina workforce.
The takeaway
Digital modernization in correctional facilities is becoming an essential component of rehabilitation strategies. Implementing these tools helps ensure that incarcerated individuals have parity in educational opportunities, facilitating a smoother transition back into society.
Further reading
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Source note: This article includes information reported by The Coastland Times.
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