Balancing Technology and Behavioral Elements and How to Improve School Safety

Nov 04, 2024

In this episode, Security Today and Campus Security Today Editor Brent Dirks sits down with Ryan Petty, a dedicated school safety advocate, to explore the multifaceted landscape of student security. Ryan shares his insights on creating safer environments for students both during school hours and at extracurricular events, highlighting the critical balance between technology and human oversight. We dive into pressing issues like vaping and other on-campus challenges, discuss how schools can make the most of limited budgets for safety, and examine how law enforcement and school communities can work together to prevent and respond to potential threats. Ryan also emphasizes that while technology plays a vital role, it should enhance—never replace—the human element in security efforts. Join us for an essential conversation on evolving strategies to keep schools safe in today's complex world.

Duration: 38:07


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