Leveraging Smart Sensors

The integration of smart sensors with data-driven video technology provides schools with a comprehensive solution to enhance safety and security. This combination offers advanced capabilities such as environmental monitoring, audio analytics, vape detection and unified data management, empowering schools to create a secure and healthy learning environment for students and staff. more

4 Killed, 9 Injured at Georgia High School Shooting

Four people were killed and nine were hospitalized after a shooting at Apalachee High School in Winder, Georgia on Wednesday. That’s according to CNN. more

Convergint Gives Back Globally, Celebrates 23rd Annual Social Responsibility Day

Today, Convergint celebrates its 23rd Annual Convergint Social Responsibility Day, as nearly 10,000 colleagues across 220 global locations have the opportunity to spend the workday giving back to their local communities. This year’s efforts have resulted in a total payroll donation of more than $3 million and more than $500,000 in labor and equipment donations from Convergint colleagues, partners, and families. Additionally, 400 colleagues and partners will help complete the company’s largest STEP Up project to-date for the Douglas County School District in Castle Rock, Colorado. more

2024 Secure Campus Award Winners Announced

Making Safety and Security Intrinsic to School Design

The Power of a Layered Approach to Safety

English Boarding School Upgrades Security With Paxton Technology

GSX Education Session Shows the Importance of a Student’s Online Footprint to Assess School Security

Evolv Integrates Omnilert's AI Gun Detection Technology into Evolv Extend

HD2055 Modular Barricade

Delta Scientific’s electric HD2055 modular shallow foundation barricade is tested to ASTM M50/P1 with negative penetration from the vehicle upon impact. With a shallow foundation of only 24 inches, the HD2055 can be installed without worrying about buried power lines and other below grade obstructions. The modular make-up of the barrier also allows you to cover wider roadways by adding additional modules to the system. The HD2055 boasts an Emergency Fast Operation of 1.5 seconds giving the guard ample time to deploy under a high threat situation. more

ArchiTech Wireless Access Locks

The Alarm Lock Division of Napco Security Technologies, Inc. introduced a new, easily deployed, keyless school security measure for controlling access to classrooms, or any doors, in an emergency, with its ArchiTech Wireless Access Locks with remote key fob-activated lockdown, securing one lock or a global lock group, in seconds, at the first hint of trouble. Once lockdown is activated, a bright red strobe light is illuminated on the inner door to give occupants, i.e., sheltering in place, greater peace of mind that the door is securely locked down. Retrofit any standard door lock, with the ArchiTech cylindrical locks that provide keyless access for up to 5000 users, plus 500 auto lock/ unlock event schedule. more

Purple microSD card

As the adoption of 4K Ultra HD video, emerging artificial intelligence (AI) applications and analytics drive the rapid growth and evolution of data in surveillance, Western Digital Corp unveiled the Western Digital Purple microSD card, purpose-built for the complex and dynamic data demands of modern surveillance cameras and edge systems. Whether it’s a business employing surveillance video to keep their assets secure or a retailer utilizing surveillance to accurately analyze shopping behavior through video facial recognition, capturing and assessing every moment is critical. Optimized for 24/7 surveillance video capture, surveillance system operators can count on Western Digital Purple microSD card to support continuous surveillance. more

COSEC Facial Recognition

CX-LRS Series Latching Relays

Enhancing Campus Safety and Student Success: Practical Solutions for Threat Mitigation and Performance Improvement

In this free Campus Security 3-hour Summit webinar, you will learn about practical protection solutions, community readiness, supportive campuses, partnerships, leadership development, and innovative technology to enhance student performance. more

Podcast: School Security

An interview with Dr. Ray Lauk of GE Security about school security. more

New York School District Delpoys SituCon 'Eyelid' Cameras

ADT Security Services

Patrick Fiel, public safety advisor for ADT Security Services, talks with Security Products' Laura Swift about some of the new technology and trends in school security. more

Salient Systems

Brian Carle, product manager at Salient Systems, talks with Security Products Editor-In-Chief Ralph C. Jensen about the company's CompleteView ONE IP video management software. more

The Critical Need for Naloxone on School Campuses

The opioid crisis is escalating, increasingly affecting all segments of the population, including students on K-12 and college campuses. As the threat from opioids, becomes more widespread, it's critical for schools to have naloxone available—an antidote for opioid overdoses. more

Adaptive Malware Defense: Leveraging Threat Actor Intelligence and Protective DNS

Effective malware defense requires a multi-faceted approach with insights into threat actor infrastructure. This paper examines modern malware architecture, proactive combat techniques, and a detailed analysis of tracking an active Remcos remote access trojan campaign. more

Virginia School Security Grants

As much as $12 million have been set aside for K-12 schools in Virginia to help offset related local costs for purchasing qualifying security equipment to improve and ensure the safety of students attending schools in that state. The most grant money allowed by school is $250,000 for related purchases. more