In today’s world, schools and campuses face increasing challenges to maintain a safe, secure, and welcoming environment. From everyday activity to large-scale events, the stakes are high: students, staff, faculty, and parents all expect, and deserve, the highest level of protection. Providence delivers that peace of mind through experienced, professional Security Specialists, not just “guards.”

 

Our team includes current and retired law enforcement professionals with decades of frontline experience, military, and high-risk security environments. This real-world experience with over 500 years combined provides the judgment, discipline, and adaptability that simply cannot be replicated through minimum training.

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Providence is also personal: our Founder & CEO, Jeff Cragg, a retired Saint Paul Police Officer, raised three children and now has grandchildren who all attended or attend private, faith-based schools. We understand firsthand the expectations of parents, school leaders, and communities when it comes to keeping campuses & church services safe.

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Tailored Campus & Faith-Based Security

Providence has direct experience serving private schools, local parishes, and multi-building campuses throughout Minnesota. Our Specialists serve not only as a deterrent but as ambassadors of safety, creating an environment where staff and students feel supported, and parents and community members feel reassured.

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We provide coverage for:

• Daily school and campus operations

• Church services and school Masses

• Sporting events, assemblies, and performances

• Special events and holiday gatherings

Benefits of Armed or Unarmed Campus Security

• Visible deterrence and rapid first-line response

• Protection against external threats and on-campus incidents

• Enhanced sense of comfort and safety for students, parents, staff, and guests

• Flexible coverage available daily, per-event, or as-needed

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How Providence Supports Schools & Campuses

• Mitigating Threats & Emergency Response
  Our Specialists act as a visible deterrent to violence, vandalism, and intrusions. Trained in crisis management, active threat response, and de-escalation, they are prepared to act swiftly in emergencies ranging from medical crises to security incidents.

• Event & Church Services Coverage
  From school Masses and church services to sporting events, assemblies, and performances, we provide scalable staffing, detailed pre-planning, and crowd control that ensures safe, smooth operations for students and guests alike.

• Maintaining Order & Discipline
  Security isn’t only about threats, it’s about fostering a respectful learning environment. Our Specialists help enforce school policies, manage disruptions, and ensure a safe space where students can focus on their education.

• Building Trust & Community
  Our Specialists aren’t just a deterrent, they’re approachable, professional, and service-oriented. They build rapport with students, staff, parents, and congregants, becoming familiar faces who provide safety, support, and confidence.

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Customized Security Assessments

• Every school and campus is unique. That’s why we offer customized security assessments, led by our executive leadership team with 82+ years of command-level law enforcement experience. These assessments identify vulnerabilities and create tailored strategies for daily, special or athletic events, church services, high-attendance events, and long-term risk management.

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The Providence Standard

• At Providence Security Services, we are proud to serve schools, universities, and faith-based institutions across Minnesota with premium, relationship-driven protection. Whether armed or unarmed, our Security Specialists deliver the professionalism, reliability, and customer service that parents and administrators expect.

• With Providence, your campus gains more than a security presence, you gain a trusted partner in safety.​​

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Ready for the next level of security? Contact us today and we will respond the same day (likely within a couple of hours).

 

Or speak directly with our Founder, Jeff Cragg, and discover how Providence can protect what matters most. You can email, call, or text him to talk to immediately.