The school district delayed its first day of school as a precaution.
- By Sherelle Black
- September 06, 2019
Several new safety measures such as metal detectors, a clear plastic bag policy and strict entry and exit rules have now been put in place.
- By Sherelle Black
- September 06, 2019
The gun laws, which went into effect just hours after a shooting left five dead in Midland and Odessa, further loosen gun restrictions.
- By Sherelle Black
- September 05, 2019
A new law allows school districts to install cameras on buses to catch drivers who do not stop when buses have red stop lights flashing.
- By Sherelle Black
- September 05, 2019
Kentucky law now requires schools to have certain safety measures in place such as cameras and electric locks. However, the state is not fully funding this initiative causing some school districts to consider raising taxes.
- By Sherelle Black
- September 04, 2019
Fulton County Schools Superintendent Mike Looney said the express lanes will increase noise and make schools more susceptible to a shooting. He is estimating that if the plans progress, it will cost taxpayers as much as $10 million to keep students safe.
- By Sherelle Black
- September 04, 2019
The shooting, which occurred Friday night, left five teenagers in critical condition.
- By Sherelle Black
- September 02, 2019
The app allows students to walk with a friend, family member or student virtually until they reach their destination safely.
- By Sherelle Black
- September 02, 2019
A private security guard accidentally shot a student while trying to stop a mass shooting in May at a Colorado STEM school. The school requested that the guard be unarmed, however, he may have concealed his weapon which would violate district policy.
- By Sherelle Black
- August 30, 2019
At $2,500 per door, the 150-pound, bullet-resistant doors can prevent any threat from the outside from entering the classroom.
- By Sherelle Black
- August 30, 2019