Karen Gavin-McCarthy – Director of Special Programs, Jessica Pompey – Alternative/Adult Education Teacher, Sandy Fleming – Alternative/Adult Education Tutor (Not in pictures)

(6-1-24) Cass County Sheriff Richard J Behnke announces two graduations from his jail. In association with Cassopolis Public School District two inmates in the Cass County Jail have recently completed their High School Equivalency (HSE).

On Wednesday May 15, 2024 Anthony Sove received his High School Equivalency from Cassopolis Schools and on May 30, 2024 Jacob Miller received his HSE.


First graduates of the jail’s new High School Equivalency Certificate program. It’s similar to the well-known GED, but with more rigorous completion requirements. The Sheriff’s Office and Cassopolis Schools have had a High School Diploma Program as well.

Cassopolis School staff worked very hard to get the jail approved as a testing site.