March / April 2025

  • Fort Worth ISD Strengthens Event Safety
  • When K-12 Campus Gets an Access Control Upgrade
  • From Safety to Strategy: How to Leverage Data Security in Higher Education
  • AI-Based Risk Mitigation: The Next Advancement in Surveillance and Public Safety
  • Door Hardware and Campus Security: Enhancing Safety in Schools


Cover Story

Fort Worth ISD Strengthens Event Safety

By Todd Hokunson

The issue of concealed weapons being introduced into school extracurricular activities, including sporting events and graduations, became a growing concern in communities across the nation. According to the K-12 School Shooting Database, there were at least 202 incidents of gunfire on school grounds in 2024 across the United States, resulting in 56 deaths and 147 injuries, underscoring the urgent need for enhanced safety protocols.


Features

The Future of Campus Security and the Role of Telepresence Officers

By Chris Ciabarra

The security landscape is undergoing a transformative shift as innovative technologies redefine how we safeguard public spaces, schools, hospitals, and other critical environments. AI-powered solutions are revolutionizing safety by enhancing detection accuracy, streamlining operations, and optimizing resource allocation.


From Safety to Strategy: How to Leverage Data Security In Higher Education

By Bruce Canal

Today’s higher education campuses function much like small cities. Each department works autonomously yet relies on shared resources to operate effectively. Since these departments often work independently, collaboration can be difficult, leading to inefficiencies.


When a K-12 Campus Gets an Access Control Upgrade

By Jill Renihan

Schools sometimes need guidance to determine where to start with a security system upgrade, given the vast number of solutions available today. Funding can be a complicated piece of the puzzle to work out, so schools want to ensure that they’re making informed decisions about their security investments.


Cybersecurity is An Overlooked Threat on K-12 Campuses

By Brent Dirks

Improving physical security on K-12 campuses is always at the top of mind for decision makers like principals, superintendents, and many others with a focus on surveillance cameras, access control, and emergency drills. But cybersecurity something that needs as much scrutiny as in today’s digital landscape.