CANYON COUNTY, Idaho — School resource officers serve as more than just law enforcement — they're integral members of the campus community who support students and staff in multiple ways.

Officer Randall exemplifies this approach as he walks through school hallways, monitoring safety while building relationships with students. His presence during passing periods helps ensure exterior doors remain secure and tracks who's in the hallways when students move between classes.

"So just safety wise, are we keeping the doors closed, what kids are out in the halls, who's in the hall, because during a passing period, all the exterior doors are open, so people can come and go real easy," he said.

Safety represents just one aspect of his daily responsibilities. Officer Randall also handles conflict

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