Peter Smith

1 week ago | securitysales.com | Amy Rock |Peter Smith

UNIVERSITY PARK, Texas — A Texas school district is considering integrating drones into its active shooter prevention plans. Campus Guardian Angels, an Austin-based startup, recently demonstrated its drone technology at a Highland Park ISD elementary school, Houston Public Media reports. The drones can navigate stairs and hallways, drop pepper spray or flashbangs, or collide with an attacker if necessary, says company CEO Justin Marston.

2 weeks ago | securitysales.com | Amy Rock |Peter Smith

Graduation season is upon us and droves of people will descend upon educational campuses to celebrate the achievements of their loved ones. While it is a time for celebration, it is also a time that leaves campuses vulnerable to security threats – and that means more campuses are considering weapons detection systems. Over the years, more and more schools, particularly colleges and universities, have turned to technology to enhance their graduation safety and security plans.

1 month ago | securitysales.com | Amy Rock |Peter Smith

ATLANTA — Georgia Governor Brian Kemp recently signed Senate Bill 268 into law, making the Peachtree State the eighth in the nation to pass Alyssa’s Law, a bill requiring panic buttons in all schools across the state. The new law, which unanimously passed the state Senate in March, will take effect on July 1. It requires both public and private schools to implement mobile panic alert systems, Online Athens reports. It would also provide first responders with digital mapping data of schools.

1 month ago | securitysales.com | Amy Rock |Peter Smith

A recent survey found the large majority of K-12 staff believe school safety has a direct impact on student achievement. CENTEGIX’s 2024 National Educator Survey Report surveyed 530 K-12 educators, school administrators, and district administrators on various school safety topics. It found 84% of respondents affirm school safety directly impacts student achievement and 83% feel their students are concerned for their safety while at school.

1 month ago | securitysales.com | Amy Rock |Peter Smith

Schools across the United States are continuously evaluating their safety and security policies and procedures. Changes made to those policies and procedures are often influenced by school incidents, both those that directly and indirectly impact them. For some, that means enhancing security technology, such as doors and locks and video surveillance. For others, that means increased security personnel or investments in student well-being initiatives.