Building a School Safety Plan

Creating a safe and welcoming learning environment is a priority shared by every school community. With ongoing concerns around school violence and increasing numbers of firearms in circulation across the United States, school districts are placing more emphasis on thoughtful, proactive planning that supports both student well-being and faculty readiness. While no single measure can […]

How Can Schools Improve Security and Safety?

Teachers setting up OPENGATE at school entrance.

Ensuring the safety of students, staff, and visitors in schools has become a top priority for K-12 school administrators, teachers, and students. Given the rising safety concerns in educational facilities across the country, it has become even more important for administrations to address issues such as mental health, a supportive school climate, and reliable physical […]

How Weapons Detectors are Reducing Violence and Building Safer Communities

Teacher monitoring students as they pass through a weapon detection system at school entrance

The demand for safer school environments continues to grow across the United States. Families, educators, and administrators are looking for ways to strengthen security while protecting the welcoming spirit of the school day. In response, some districts are turning to weapons detection tools as part of a broader, layered safety approach. These tools are helping […]

Types of Gun Detection Systems

Busy High School Corridor During Recess With Blurred Students And Staff

The need for effective gun detection systems in schools has never been more urgent. Since the Columbine Massacre in 1999, gun production in the U.S. has surged by 317%​, leading to a dramatic increase in the number of firearms in households across the country. Among these, compact and subcompact handguns are more accessible than ever—often […]