By Ben S., 7th Grade Student, Krieger Schechter Day School of Chizuk Amuno Congregation
Chad Wells, a security guard at Krieger Schechter Day School of Chizuk Amuno Congregation (KSDS), is a new sensation for students and teachers alike. He does exceptional work as a guard, while also finding time to have a fun and interactive presence in the building.
Wells hails from Prince George County, MD, which is also where he currently resides. He attended grade school there and also played football through high school. After his high school graduation, Wells had an interesting assortment of jobs. However, most of his jobs were in security. “I’ve been in the security field for a while, doing both personal security or private security for organizations,” Wells explains. His most recent job before KSDS was as a security system installer.
At recess every day, Wells spends time outside with KSDS’s 7th graders. He not only serves as a chaperone and guard, but also as a football referee for the students’ touch football games. KSDS student Andrew Fribush explains that “Wells is a great presence during our time at recess and always lightens the mood and improves the atmosphere.”
“My favorite parts of the job are working with all the kids and seeing their excitement to hang out with me,” Wells states. He enjoys being able to socialize with the students while also keeping their learning environment safe.
On the other hand, there are some challenges that come with being a security guard. “The hardest part of the job is dealing with all 450+ students at KSDS, but also trying to remain an important figure.” Also keeping the building safe is a challenge. While not at recess, Wells has to patrol the premises and receives many calls on the walkie-talkie when he is needed somewhere in the building.
Despite his intimidating, guard-like appearance, Wells definitely has a soft side. He even shared a special childhood memory when he and his grandmother used to watch the Washington Redskins (now Washington Commanders) football games together every Sunday. His grandmother was a big fan. Even now, Wells supports the team and watches all its games.
Watching the games with his grandmother piqued his interest and Wells started playing Pee Wee football and developed a passion for it. “I played from the year I turned six to my senior year of high school,” Wells recalls.
In his senior year of high school, Wells even earned a football college scholarship, which would allow him to play football at the next level. Sadly, in the final game of his senior season, Wells tore both his ACL and MCL, very serious injuries that required a long-term recovery process. After this devastating injury, other college scouts that showed interest in Wells canceled their visits to future games.
According to Wells, “My biggest role model was probably my grandfather. He not only taught me a lot about life but also how to deal with unexpected situations that come up in our lives.”
Wells says that his grandfather was always there for him and pushed him to do better.
KSDS is very lucky to welcome Wells to our building. He keeps KSDS safe while also being friendly and engaging.
Ben S. is a seventh grade student at the Krieger Schechter Day School of Chizuk Amuno Congregation.
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