School Security

The SecurityInfoWatch.com School Security category is a collection of news, analysis, and other information relevant to security professionals who work in or provide services to the K-12 and Higher Education markets. It covers issues pertaining to security management as well as security technology deployments in school environments.
Navigate360 deepens partnership with CRG & 911C to offer dependable emergency management
March 24, 2025
The partnership provides actionable information, shortened response times, and enhanced coordination between staff and first responders.
SARA implementation boosts safety in all Pulaski County schools
March 19, 2025
The Status Solutions Network, a digital marketing venture aimed at financing safety initiatives in schools, will be instrumental in this initiative.
Raptor Technologies redefines school safety with Raptor Badge Alert
March 19, 2025
Raptor Emergency Management includes an integrated suite of products, including Drill Manager, advanced incident mapping, Raptor Alert, and more.
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March 17, 2025
Driven by a shared vision, this collaboration establishes a joint dedication to innovation as higher education institutions increasingly adopt a mobile first approach.
New KnowBe4 report finds education sector unprepared for escalating cyberattacks
March 17, 2025
Most educational institutions lack the resources for robust and comprehensive cybersecurity programs.
Flagstaff K-12 schools continue developing measures to secure their campuses
March 14, 2025
Every Flagstaff school has a basic plan in place to keep students safe and prevent school violence as well as respond to other hazards, such as natural disasters.
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March 13, 2025
What video surveillance can provide to schools and campuses today may surprise you. The traffic is exponential when you consider how many students, faculty, and staff call a school...
Eastern DataComm acquires Symbrant Technologies to expand solutions and reach across New York
March 5, 2025
Eastern DataComm plans to build upon Symbrant's established relationships with their loyal customers, particularly in the K-12 sector.
Brigham Young University strengthens campus security with Genetec Operations Center
March 5, 2025
The implementation of the Operations Center platform has significantly improved BYU's ability to coordinate security efforts.
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Members of the House of Representatives welcome Rep. Holt Persinger, R- Winder, on his first day of the legislative session on March 6, 2023. Persinger is the sponsor of House Bill 268, a hefty piece of legislation that seeks to keep schools safe, in part, by sharing some students behavioral health information.
March 5, 2025
In a heartfelt session, the Georgia House passed a comprehensive school safety bill inspired by the tragic shooting at Apalachee High School.
VIVOTEK’s advanced AI security solutions helped the renowned sports school KA Beveren in Belgium ensure robust monitoring of critical areas, detect security threats in real time, and create a secure and supportive learning environment for both students and staff.
Feb. 28, 2025
KA Beveren faced the challenge of achieving comprehensive coverage across both indoor and outdoor spaces, eliminating blind spots, and ensuring continuous security.
Annual Zero Eyes Gun Violence Report Examines Gun Related Incident Patterns In The Us
Feb. 17, 2025
This analysis extends beyond mass fatality events, providing a more nuanced understanding of when, where, and why shootings occur.
i-PRO secures E&I Cooperative Services Contract to deliver security to schools
Feb. 4, 2025
Educational institutions can now simplify their acquisition of mission-critical security solutions without the need for additional RFPs.
PowerSchool data breach endangers the personal information of millions of students
Jan. 31, 2025
Student and faculty names, birthdates, contact information—and in some cases, medical data and Social Security Numbers—were compromised in the breach.
ZeroEyes and Metrasens partner to enhance layered security approach in hospitals and schools
Jan. 28, 2025
The partnership seeks to integrate ZeroEyes' AI-powered gun detection with Metrasens' concealed weapons detection.