Let The New School Year Begin
The Partner Alliance of Safer Schools says K-12 schools nationwide need more processes and tools to ensure safer campuses. For example, Baltimore County Public Schools and Alexandria City Public Schools have turned to high-tech systems to enhance school safety and security. In May 2023, Alexandria City middle and high schools launched a Weapons Abatement Pilot program using sensors to identify and detect weapons, and this year, the majority voted to make it a permanent initiative. In Baltimore County, Superintendent Myriam Rogers announced that the new gun detection system was running, hoping to deter weapons on school property.
These technologies, such as the ones adopted by Baltimore County Public Schools and Alexandria City Public Schools, represent a new approach to weapons detection and screening. They are just a few examples of the many technologies that are revolutionizing school safety and security. As technology continues to evolve, it is crucial for K-12 schools to stay informed about the available options, empowering them to make informed decisions about their safety measures.
This issue of Security Technology Executive examines the trends and the technologies driving K-12 school security initiatives. We'd like to invite you to click on the array of features here and read more.
Steve Lasky, Editorial Director/Editor-in-Chief
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