Rick Kirby

Rick Kirby joined the Columbus Academy Safety and Security staff in the spring of 2022 as its campus safety resource manager. He brings eight years of experience as a police officer and over 18 years as security manager for the U.S. Department of Homeland Security. He holds an associate's degree in electronic engineering. Rick and his wife Sherry have two adult children and three dogs.

Rick's favorite thing about Columbus Academy
"Unity -- we are one large family."

Favorite sports teams
Ohio State Buckeyes and Cincinnati Bengals

Little-known fact
"I love to cook!"

• Associate's Degree , Electronic Engineering