School Security


Mobile-enabled Communications help Mitigate Crisis

Mobile-enabled Communications help Mitigate Crisis

Emergencies that compromise safety on college campuses and universities are an unfortunate reality today.

Looking at Campus Security this Year

Looking at Campus Security this Year

In the past year, we’ve seen a number of trends emerge in campus security at both the higher education and K-12 level, as U.S. school districts and universities enhance their security measures.

Featuring Bluetooth

Featuring Bluetooth

In an effort to serve its students, the university recently conducted a pilot program with HID Global of Austin, Texas in which approximately 15 participants used their smartphones to open doors at one or more of six possible campus entry points, including one parking garage.

Protecting Yourself

Protecting Yourself

Today, traditional alarm and security monitoring services protect roughly 15 percent of American homes and a handful of rental units.

Another School Shooting

Another School Shooting

Pakistani militant group stormed military-operated school in Peshawar, opened fire, mostly killing students. (WARNING: Disturbing recollection from 16-year-old student included.)

About 100 Brains Missing from University of Texas

About 100 Brains Missing from University of Texas

This is roughly half of the specimens the university had in a collection.

Three Students Injured after Gunman Opens Fire in Florida State Library

Three Students Injured after Gunman Opens Fire in Florida State Library

Florida State University police killed the shooter.

911 Tapes Reveal Teacher Tried to Stop Gunman

911 Tapes Reveal Teacher Tried to Stop Gunman

A teacher tried to stop a teen gunman from shooting himself.



Author Cancels College Visit over Gun Policy and Security

Author Cancels College Visit over Gun Policy and Security

Dana Loesch was scheduled to speak about her new book ‘Hands Off My Gun’

It’s Electrifying

A few years ago, Tarrant County College knew its growth had outpaced its existing key system. The key manufacturer advised that an entirely new system was needed to handle the college’s more than 10,000 doors. This led to a broader investigation of solutions.

Covering All Layers of Security

Each year, college campuses across the country are faced with new security and safety challenges. Campus police and security departments need to adapt to these challenges by implementing new strategies and/or infrastructure.

Improving Security

An independent, nationwide survey in October 2013 sponsored by United Technologies Corp. and the U.S. Green Building Council’s Center for Green Schools revealed that nine out of 10 Americans believe it’s time for the nation to invest in transforming aging school facilities into 21st century learning environments.

Organizing the Surveillance

The security industry is huge, and I often depend upon others to send me leads and tips about possible stories. This is the case with education and security, as the two go hand-in-hand.

The Highest Quality

The educational community of Garfield Public Schools (GPS) in New Jersey believes that the ultimate goal of each school is to provide intellectual experiences within the context of a multicultural setting.

A Successful ID Credential Program

Securing schools and campuses across our nation has become top-of-mind over the last few years. From lockdowns to campus shootings, no school can avoid the threat of violence that can take place on school grounds without the proper security in place.

Enhancing Security

Located in Maryville, Tenn., the Clayton Bradley Academy first opened its doors as a yearround K-6 school in July of 2013. Now, in its second year, the school has expanded to Pre-K through 9th grade.

Pennsylvania School Boosts Security after Reported Sighting of Alleged Killer

Pennsylvania School Boosts Security after Reported Sighting of Alleged Killer

Eric Frein, the suspect of a deadly police ambush, was allegedly spotted near his old school

School Security Gets its Head in the Cloud

School Security Gets its Head in the Cloud

Deploying modern video surveillance in educational institutions to maximize risk management, increase student and faculty protection and enhance overall campus safety.

Atlanta Metro Area School District Migrates to High-definition, IP Surveillance System

Cherokee County School District chooses American Dynamics’ integrated security solutions to secure its public schools and facilities.

Back-to-School Basics

Back-to-School Basics

Three key components to ensure a safe and secure campus by dissecting the core fundamental DETER.

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