Minot Police and school officials moved quickly Tuesday night to calm fears after reports of threats against Minot North High School. Police said their investigation found no evidence of an active or ongoing danger but promised an increased presence at the school[...]
Tag: School Safety
The school shooting ‘safety’ industry is worth billions – and it keeps growing
At a school safety conference in Texas, drones armed with pepper balls flew toward a test dummy—one of many high-tech tools pitched as answers to America’s school shooting crisis. The industry has grown into a $4 billion market, offering everything from bulletproof[...]
How one school system is turning to AI to boost safety
In Loudoun County, Virginia, schools are taking a high-tech step to enhance campus safety. This fall, an AI system will begin scanning security camera footage in real time, flagging unusual activity like fights or medical emergencies. It’s not replacing people—it’s meant to[...]
Commentary on Keeping Schools Safe
A few bills on school safety are working through the legislature. One bill would provide funding for school resource officers, another would allow for specially permitted concealed weapons. For more details and some valuable commentary check out Rob Port’s thoughts at Say[...]
School Resource Officer Pilot Program Floated
Lawmakers are considering a bill that would provide funding for school resource officers in rural districts. In Committee, testimony on the bill by education officials was favorable. [...]Read More... from School Resource Officer Pilot Program Floated
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City of Grand Forks Looks to Adjust Funding for School Resource Officers
School Resource Officers are just a part of modern day education, but who should pay for them?. The City of Grand Forks is hoping the school district takes a bigger role in financing the positions. [...]Read More... from City of Grand Forks[...]