School Security vs. Privacy: A Balancing Act
More and more schools are installing security cameras in halls, classrooms and buses. Administrators say it helps protect students and staff, but some argue the practice is invasive. Many school…
National School Safety Group Publishes New Guidelines
Layered Security Strategy Includes Best Practices The Partner Alliance for Safer Schools (PASS) has released the fourth edition of its Safety and Security Guidelines for K-12 Schools. It provides school…
School Security Awareness Not Always Convenient, But Vital
“The only person who likes change is a wet baby.” – Mark Twain Twain knew a lot about human nature; and he pulled no punches when he wrote about the…
Lessons Learned from Deadly Florida School Shooting
School security experts agree that creating and following safety and security protocols are looming problems facing the educational community today. “Despite having the most advanced security hardware money can buy,…
Beat the Summer Rush for School Security Upgrades
The summer vacation months in many school districts signifies construction season. Buildings are expanded and remodeled, plumbing and electrical systems are upgraded, and security technology improvements are often on the…
Classroom Door Security Devices — Select Carefully
Some may violate ADA, fire prevention codes Ever since Sandy Hook and other school shooting tragedies, entrepreneurs have introduced a variety of after-market devices designed to secure classroom doors. That’s…
Florida School Shooting Report Cites Security Protocol Deficiencies
Study shows critical need for security planning, reviews The Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School Public Safety Commission in Broward County, Florida, presented its final report to state officials Wednesday, Jan.…
Security Promotes Growth and Development
The staff at the Boys & Girls Club of Greater Flint are fully committed to the mission of providing an environment which is safe, fun and nurtures the dreams of…
Electronic Access Gains Ground as School Security Standard
Most effective systems combine cards, cameras, databases Today, locks and keys alone aren't enough to keep a school's perimeter secure against unwanted or uncontrolled visitors. From problems with non-custodial parents…
Sonitrol Great Lakes & Detroit Public Library Observe 46 Years of Protection & Customer Service
In December 1972, Sonitrol Great Lakes began providing electronic security services to the Detroit Public Library system. Now, 46 years later, the relationship endures like a well-read novel. The Detroit…