As Archbishop Riordan High School kicks off the new school year, there have been many changes, including new classrooms, desks, and even new jerseys for the football team. However, the most important and thrilling change was the addition of the new security team. Last year we only had security guards at special events but this year the school added a new team.
According to students, the new additions make Riordan feel so much safer and protected. The staff play a very important role in the school by making sure kids get home safely, don’t get into altercations, and stay on top of their work. They play a major factor in our Riordan community with not just the students, but also with family members.
Jasir Rencher ’25 said, “They have been nothing less than amazing. Their supportiveness and their presence makes me feel so much safer.”
Coach Alfonso Miranda, a returning security guard this year, said, “Being an alumnus, coming back to Riordan was definitely a change. But the community felt larger and more together than ever, with the addition to the young ladies,”
Coach Mike Mikovich, a new security guard this year, said, “As a student at Riordan I’ve felt like the addition of women was a huge step in the right direction for us. The security team has welcomed everyone with open arms and treated them like family.”
He added, “Our job duties entail, just being there for the kids. At the end of the day, we are here for you guys, the students.”
Another new member of the security team, Emily Ino, said, “One message I would like to send out to students as the year continues is to make smart decisions inside and outside of school because at the end of the day, you guys are representatives of Riordan.”
