Erick Kidd, who looks to ensure that safety is a top priority and hopes to form strong connections with all, entered SCHS as the new campus supervisor.
“As lead campus supervisor, (I) create appropriate intervention strategies to ensure students are treated with respect and appropriate guidance,” Kidd said in an email. “(I) intervene appropriately to deter and modify inappropriate student behaviors (and) assist administration with the implementation of lockdown training, fire and earthquake drills.”
After earning his bachelor’s degree in sports and recreation management from the University of Arizona, Kidd spent over twenty five years in the security field. Now at SCHS, Kidd strives to create an uplifting environment for students and staff. He finds great fulfillment in being able to assist students who are struggling.
“(I help) students become better students by encouragement, support and realistic expectations for their future,” Kidd said. “(I lead) by example with how I treat others with respect, love and kindness, continuing to be a giver of my time, wisdom and experience in the development of community.”
Kidd strives to work together with students to come to a place of understanding. His past serves to teach him the importance of lending an ear.
“(I provide) a safe place for expression, frustration and a space to be heard. Giving respect to earn respect. Letting my ear have more power than my words,” Kidd said. “Having the awareness of hurting or disturbed students and doing my best to just bring a smile, some joy and direction to a better day. Every moment of the day that the community I lead is safe, is fulfilling.
Outside of work, Kidd enjoys spending “time with family and friends, church and working out.”
Kidd said he views all students to be endowed with unique qualities that are specific to themselves, and he wishes they are able to embrace their individuality rather than falsely compare themselves to others.
“Love yourself and your uniqueness before you expect someone else to. This is four years of your life that should be enjoyed and embraced,” Kidd said. “The challenges you face in these years are meant to polish your outward shown abilities as well as the hidden talents and gifts you already possess. Embrace the season you are in.”