Articles Tagged with ''school safety''

A viral warning based on non-credible threats of school violence caused real-world security responses after a video went viral on TikTok. The phenomenon raises questions about the effects of mis- and disinformation.

School liaison officers will replace the school resource officer (SRO) model at four Massachusetts high schools after a safety review.

The Department of Homeland Security has awarded Rutgers University a grant to conduct research into threat detection and mitigation at "soft targets" like schools, stadiums and other public venues.

Hear from Security’s Editorial Advisory Board members on their top-of-mind critical issues facing the industry right now.

By installing or updating access control and emergency management technology, schools can fight the spread of COVID-19 and keep their students safe.

Safety and security leaders across school districts can’t overlook bus transportation when it comes to keeping students healthy, safe and secure.

New research finds that police deployed in schools, commonly called school resource officers (SROs), do not reduce school shootings, but do increase suspensions, expulsions and arrests of students.

The Coconut Creek Police Department has installed Active Law Enforcement Response Technology (ALERT), which connects police to surveillance feeds and security systems in participating local organizations in the event of an emergency.

The city purchased the kits to improve their security protocols in the event of school violence or a lockdown situation.

Many schools that are looking to in-person learning in the fall are deciding whether to select cloud-based, off-prem solutions or on-premises infrastructure. While there can undoubtedly be pros and cons for each, it ultimately depends on your organization’s needs.