Policies & Procedures


New Jersey District Cybersecurity Incident Affects 800 Employees

New Jersey District Cybersecurity Incident Affects 800 Employees

Galloway Township Public Schools was hit by a cyber attack last month that included teacher credentials and fraudulent wire transfers.

Privacy by Design: Best Practices for Using Facial Recognition to Support Safer K-12 Campuses

Privacy by Design: Best Practices for Using Facial Recognition to Support Safer K-12 Campuses

Selecting the right facial recognition software is an important first step in developing an effective campus security system.



Grambling State Makes Security Upgrades

Grambling State Makes Security Upgrades

Following an on-campus shooting involving two non-students, Grambling State University in Louisiana has made changes to its security and safety policies.

Nebraska Schools Create Assessment for SROs

Nebraska Schools Create Assessment for SROs

City and school officials in Lincoln, Nebraska, have proposed and drafted a new evaluation process for the school resource officer program in Lincoln’s middle and high schools. The evaluation process would involve five-year data trends and surveys of parents, staff and students.

Wisconsin Schools Improve Security with Federal Funding

Wisconsin Schools Improve Security with Federal Funding

La Crosse School District is improving safety and security on campus thanks to a grant.

Austin Schools to Implement Guardian Program

Austin Schools to Implement Guardian Program

Austin-area schools have moved forward with a guardian program which allows unidentified employees to carry on campus at all times.

Iowa State to Appeal Big 12 Fine after Fans Rush Field

Iowa State to Appeal Big 12 Fine after Fans Rush Field

ISU was fined by the Big 12 after students and fans rushed the field after winning against WVU, making it unsafe for the apposing team to leave the field.

Indiana Schools Routinely Review School Security

Indiana Schools Routinely Review School Security

MSDWT submits its school safety plan yearly to the state of Indiana, as required by Indiana Administrative Code in order to receive accreditation. According to the district, its security procedures and plans “meet all legal requirements of the state of Indiana and take a multi-hazard approach to school safety.”

Security Changes Following Death of an Officer at Texas Tech

Security Changes Following Death of an Officer at Texas Tech

In the aftermath of the shooting, Texas Tech University president Lawrence Schovanec called on the Texas Department of Public Safety to conduct a review of campus security and safety procedures and policies.

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