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Drone-defense technology tested in Florida schools promises quick response to active shooters
Read full article: Drone-defense technology tested in Florida schools promises quick response to active shootersA new drone-based school defense system developed by a team including former Navy SEALs and top drone pilots can respond to active shooter situations within seconds, featuring drones capable of breaking through windows and tracking targets, with plans to deploy across several Florida counties.
Volusia County among 3 Florida districts that will test drone response program for school safety
Read full article: Volusia County among 3 Florida districts that will test drone response program for school safetyFlorida education officials announced Monday the three school districts that will be part of a pilot program to explore the use of drones for school safety and security.
Could drone response teams protect students from active shooters? Three Florida schools test the idea
Read full article: Could drone response teams protect students from active shooters? Three Florida schools test the ideaFlorida schools are piloting a program using drones to rapidly respond to active shooter situations with nonlethal deterrents.
New Columbia County K-9 serving school district makes debut by doing demo with handler at School Board meeting
Read full article: New Columbia County K-9 serving school district makes debut by doing demo with handler at School Board meetingColumbia County Sheriff’s Office K-9 Jade and her handler, Deputy Kevin Bailey, made their debut at the most recent School Board meeting on Tuesday with a demonstration of their skills.
‘Zero tolerance’: Clay County superintendent, sheriff release videos talking about school threats
Read full article: ‘Zero tolerance’: Clay County superintendent, sheriff release videos talking about school threatsThe Clay County sheriff and the Clay County District Schools superintendent recently released three videos on social media, addressing school threats, talking to children about them and explaining how they investigate tips.
Heightened security at Fletcher High following online threat
Read full article: Heightened security at Fletcher High following online threatFletcher High School students in Neptune Beach will notice extra security on Thursday after police were notified about a threat made toward the school on social media.
Keeping your kids safe on the way to school: Clay County practices worst-case scenario with school bus
Read full article: Keeping your kids safe on the way to school: Clay County practices worst-case scenario with school busWith thousands of students getting ready for the school year, the transportation department in Clay County is working to make sure your kids are safe on the ride to school.
DCPS amps up security at schools with addition of new high-tech detectors
Read full article: DCPS amps up security at schools with addition of new high-tech detectorsLeaders at Duval County Public Schools (DCPS) are ramping up efforts to keep students and staff safe with the installation of new high-tech detectors designed to flag guns, knives, and bombs.
Locking in safety: This product aims to keep students safe in the classroom
Read full article: Locking in safety: This product aims to keep students safe in the classroomA quarter of Nightlock annual sales were shipped just in June, and the owners believe the tragic shootings in Uvalde and Oxford and school districts wanting to prepare for the upcoming school year contributed to the dramatic increase in sales.
‘It’s everybody’s responsibility.’ Why security experts, educators say safer schools means going beyond the classroom
Read full article: ‘It’s everybody’s responsibility.’ Why security experts, educators say safer schools means going beyond the classroomThe debate over school safety has reignited talks on everything from bulletproof shields to more funding for mental health services.