From Valleynewslive · · 40s
Security Dads mentor high school students
Old men guide teens after campus shooting.
In brief
Old men guide teens after campus shooting. Security Dads, formed after 1993 campus shooting, mentor Glen Oaks High students with decades of support. Originally reported by Valleynewslive.
Who are Security Dads
Men in red uniforms support students at Glen Oaks High.
“A lot of kids here don’t have dads in the homes”
Why they started
1993 campus shooting led to their formation.
“We grew up through the Little League”
Eric Randall's story
Principal remembers friend killed in 1993 shooting.
“That morning, I still can remember it”
Current role
73-year-old Tommie Stout leads the group.
“They walk by. Sometime that’s all they need is a hug”
Recruiting challenge
Men in late 60s and 70s seek younger participants.
“This might be the last generation if we don’t get new members”
What happens next
Security Dads aim to recruit two or three new members yearly.
“If I can recruit maybe two or three per year, we’ll be able to keep this program going”
What to remember
Security Dads, formed after 1993 campus shooting, mentor Glen Oaks High students with decades of support.
