Articles Tagged with ''school security''

PASS updated its Safety and Security Guidelines for K-12 Schools, which offers securing school facilities best practices from subject matter experts.

Lighting choices are critical for parking safety best practices, but choosing appropriate lighting means juggling ROI, energy savings & reliability.

Take a look at two schools that have installed shooter detection systems for early warning and threat detection.

K-12 school safety leaders can use cyber education initiatives to train students and staff to avoid cybersecurity risks.

The 2021-2022 school year saw the highest number of gunfire incidents at preschools and k–12 schools since Everytown began tracking in 2013.

The nationwide cybersecurity partnership will offer free cyber curriculum and development support to help train volunteers and teachers.

It's time for leaders to stand up and start to make positive changes as it pertains to school security and safety. Consider 11 best practices to build a comprehensive foundation for school security and safety. 

Technology alone will not solve school attacks — it should be used as a tool to enhance school security programs, along with security by design changes, which can be highly effective and more affordable than state-of-the-art security solutions.

Due to recent mass shootings and other tragic events, DHS has issued a national terrorism alert and expects the threat environment to become more dynamic. 

School administrators, staff, and local emergency responders must complete a thorough risk assessment and all-hazards assessment of schools and their campuses.