When you enter The Children School, the first face you see probably belongs to either Collins or Crandell, our two female school safety agents. (Pictured: Collins on right and Crandell on left)

These women are the first line of defense for our kids. They monitor the school doors, controlling and recording who comes in and out of the buildings. By the way, it’s customary to call safety agents by their last names. So, you can call these ladies, “Agent Collins and Agent Crandell” or just “Collins and Crandell.”

We asked them a few questions so we could get to know them a little better!

Collins:

How long have you had this job at The Children’s School?

6 years

What is your favorite thing about the job?

I like the responsibility of keeping people safe.

What is the most challenging thing about the job for you?

The days when I can’t patrol. I like to move around to know what is going on all sides of the building.

What’s your favorite thing to do when you aren’t working?

I like peace and quiet. I like to be with family and friends.

Where are you from?

Brooklyn!

Crandell:

How long have you had this job at The Children’s School?

Just since mid March, but I’ve been a school safety officer for 16 years. Before that I was a paraprofessional here at The Children’s School for 10 years.

What is your favorite thing about the job?

I love the kids.

What is the most challenging thing about the job for you?

When I have to communicate something difficult to a parent.

What’s your favorite thing to do when you aren’t working?

Hanging out with family.

Where are you from?

Brooklyn!