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In a school emergency, 911 is still flying blind

August 12, 2026August 5, 2026 by Dean Drako, Brivo

Cameras are ubiquitous on public school campuses, so why are 911 dispatchers still operating in the dark in a school emergency?

School safety emergencies are inherently chaotic, frightening, and made even more perilous by a lack of real-time visibility once an emergency is underway. In an active shooter incident,…

Emergency Planning & Response

How comprehensive school safety planning protected our teachers and students

May 19, 2026 by Gregory Vaughn, S.L. Mason Elementary School, Valdosta City Schools

Why in-building coverage is a lifeline for school safety

When people outside of education talk about comprehensive school safety planning, it can sometimes sound theoretical: a checklist of protocols or a compliance exercise.

Emergency Planning & Response

How location precision enhances safety and reduces response times in emergencies

February 24, 2026 by Peter Crosbie, CENTEGIX

Effective responses during school emergencies depend on knowing how to get to the right place at the right time and with the right resources.

In emergencies, time is the most valuable resource--and it’s often the one in shortest supply. Whether a medical crisis, fire, or security threat, the difference between a quick…

District Management

A smarter way to modernize aging school facilities

February 20, 2026 by Brett Taylor, Mooring USA

A practical framework for education leaders to prioritize safety, resilience, and continuity when upgrading aging school facilities.

School buildings quietly shape everything that happens inside them. When systems work as intended, learning moves forward uninterrupted. When they fail, instruction, safety, and trust can unravel quickly.

Emergency Planning & Response

When seconds matter: Why in-building coverage is a lifeline for school safety

January 28, 2026 by Payam Maveddat, Wilson Connectivity

Every student, teacher, and responder deserves the same chance to communicate in an emergency, and school communications coverage is critical

During a school emergency, every minute that passes is crucial, but in those moments, a reliable connection can mean the difference between confusion and coordinated response.

IT Innovations

Connected campuses: Modernizing education communications for safety and simplicity

January 12, 2026 by Damon Covey, GoTo

Modernized education communication isn't just convenient, but functions to bolster safety and responsiveness.

Schools, colleges, and universities face growing challenges in keeping their communities informed, connected, and engaged.

District Management

What K-20 leaders should know about building resilient campuses

January 5, 2026 by John Scott Mooring, Mooring USA

From smarter materials to proactive planning, these strategies help create resilient schools that stay open and prepared for what comes next.

When a school building fails, everything it supports comes to a halt. Learning stops. Families scramble. Community stability is shaken. And while fire drills and lockdown procedures prepare…

K-12 Cybersecurity

AI vs. identity fraud: 3 threats putting student safety at risk

December 17, 2025 by Ashwin Sugavanam, Jumio Corporation

As digital learning becomes the norm and AI accelerates, identity fraud will only get more sophisticated and schools must protect students.

In today’s schools, whether K-12 or higher education, AI is powering smarter classrooms. There’s more personalized learning and faster administrative tasks. And students themselves are engaging with AI…

Emergency Planning & Response

Preventing harm by connecting the dots in school safety

August 22, 2025 by Amanda Lewis, Versaterm

Swatting is just one example of how fragmented behavioral data can contribute to high-risk outcomes in school safety scenarios.

Swatting--false reports of school violence intended to trigger a police response--continues to increase across the country. During the 2022–2023 school year, nearly 64 percent of reported violent incidents…

AI in Education

Data, privacy, and cybersecurity in schools: A 2025 wake-up call

July 30, 2025 by Rishi Raj Gera, Magic Edtech

In the rush to embrace AI, schools must not lose sight of their responsibility to protect students' data and privacy from shadow AI tools.

In 2025, schools are sitting on more data than ever before. Student records, attendance, health information, behavioral logs, and digital footprints generated by edtech tools have turned K-12…

Newsline

Savvy Cyber Kids Appoints New Members to Board of Directors

July 23, 2025July 16, 2025 by ESchool News Staff

Atlanta, Georgia,(GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Savvy Cyber Kids, a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, appointed new members to the Board of Directors starting ... Read more

Live @ ISTE 2025

Linewize prioritizes digital safety and well-being

July 1, 2025 by Laura Ascione

Adam Lee, VP of Sales at Linewize, examines the necessity of ensuring student safety and well-being in a digital world. ... Read more

Innovation Insights

Parental Controls for Online Safety are Underutilized, New Study Finds

June 4, 2025 by Kevin Hogan

The Family Online Safety Institute (FOSI) last week released a landmark study examining how parents and children perceive and manage online safety. Despite the ... Read more

Innovation Insights

Trigg County Public Schools Deploys ZeroEyes’ AI Gun Detection and Intelligent Situational Awareness Technology

May 19, 2025 by Kevin Hogan

ZeroEyes, the creators of the first AI-based gun detection video analytics platform to earn the full U.S. Department of Homeland ... Read more

Emergency Planning & Response

Empowering school staff with emergency response protocols

May 16, 2025 by Laura Ascione

The right safety platform can help schools plan for emergencies, respond to crises, and accelerate emergency response protocols.

Safety response protocols are foundational to creating a culture of safety in schools. District leaders should adopt and implement response protocols that cover all types of emergencies.

Remember Nextel? Learn about today’s Push-to-Talk over Cellular

July 22, 2025May 13, 2025 by Jeff Festa

Today’s Push-to-Talk over Cellular (PoC) provides reliable nationwide calling and dispatching with fast and low-cost deployment. Learn how modern ... Read more

College and Career Readiness

Career-connected learning builds a more employable, future-ready generation

May 2, 2025 by Edson Barton, YouScience

If we pair students’ strengths with in-demand careers through career-connected learning, we are ensuring the success of our students.

Abraham Maslow’s Hierarchy of Needs is a fundamental psychological theory that explains human motivation. At its base are physiological and safety needs, followed by love and belonging, esteem,…

Innovation Insights

Kenston Local School District (OH)Deploys AI Gun Detection Platform

March 4, 2025 by Kevin Hogan

ZeroEyes, the creators of the only AI-based gun detection video analytics platform that holds the full U.S. Department of Homeland ... Read more

Innovation in Education

Navigating Special Education with Open Communication

February 20, 2025 by Laura Ascione

Expert IEP founder Antoinette Banks outlines how special education has been chronically underfunded for decades—and how the potential dismantling of the Department of Education adds new complications.

Building & Campus Security

Putting school safety measures at the forefront of district budgets

February 20, 2025 by Dr. Roderick Sams, CENTEGIX

Combining robust school safety plans and proven safety solutions can bolster teacher confidence, satisfaction, and retention.

School safety is a priority for educators, district administrators, parents, and students, making safety technology solutions essential for protecting school environments and the people within them during significant…

The Crucial Role Digital Signage plays in Emergency Management

April 23, 2025February 7, 2025 by Jeff Festa

Digital signage enhances all four phases of emergency management—Prevent, Prepare, Response, and Recovery—by delivering real-time alerts, safety info, and ... Read more

Newsline

Linewize Empowers Districts with New Analytics Tool

January 29, 2025 by ESchool News Staff

Charlotte, NC. – Linewize, the North American division of global safety and student wellbeing leader Qoria, today announced the launch ... Read more

The Safety Response Protocols All School Leaders Should Know (eBook)

July 31, 2025January 28, 2025 by Jeff Festa

Equip your schools with life-saving safety response protocols. This eBook provides a clear framework for emergency preparedness, staff training, ... Read more

Showfloor News—New Data Options

January 16, 2025 by Kevin Hogan

Linewize, the North American division of global safety and student wellbeing leader Qoria, announced the launch of EdTech Insights, a new ... Read more

Newsline

Versaterm Launches the Florida Safety and Threat Management Portal

December 13, 2024 by ESchool News Staff

MESA and TALLAHASSEE, Fla. (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Versaterm, a global public safety solutions leader, today announced a partnership to support Florida’s ... Read more

Free Web Filter Buyer’s Guide for K-12 Schools

May 28, 2025December 13, 2024 by Jeff Festa

Are you evaluating your district’s web filtering options? Learn how new web filters help improve cybersecurity, safety, and compliance ... Read more

Newsline

BusPatrol Recognized Among Fastest-Growing Companies in North America on the 2024 Deloitte Technology Fast 500™

November 21, 2024 by ESchool News Staff

Lorton VA (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — BusPatrol, the nation’s most deployed school bus stop-arm safety solution, announced its recognition on the ... Read more

Innovation Insights

Big Deals—School Security, Combating Teacher Turnover, and New Dyslexia Tools

November 18, 2024 by Kevin Hogan

Lamar Consolidated Independent School District (LCISD) recently updated its security with a new hi-tech addition: Weapons Detection Systems from Athena ... Read more

District Management

Shaping the future of K-12 student transportation

October 1, 2024 by Ted Thien, Tyler Technologies

Revolutionizing K-12 student transportation is about envisioning an ecosystem that enhances every aspect of service.

Since 1869, when Massachusetts pioneered the integration of transportation into public education, school transportation has evolved to continuously enhance the practicality and safety of how children are transported…

Building & Campus Security

School safety impacts achievement, instructional time, educator retention

September 12, 2024 by ESchool News Staff

A majority of K-12 educators regularly think of their own physical safety at work and say school safety directly impacts student achievement

Although 77 percent of educators and administrators say they believe school safety significantly impacts staff retention and recruitment, only 33 percent feel that their school or district highly…

Starter Strategies to Improve School Climate and Student Well-Being

October 16, 2024September 6, 2024 by Jeff Festa

By prioritizing safety, nurturing community, and empowering academics, we not only improve the lives of our students but also lay ... Read more

Student Well-Being

10 tips to protect youth well-being online

August 28, 2024 by Laura Ascione

Federal recommendations underscore the Biden-Harris Administration’s efforts to address the ongoing youth well-being and mental health crisis.

A report from the Biden-Harris Administration’s Kids Online Health and Safety Task Force offers recommendations and best practices for safer social media and online platform use for youth.

Newsline

Metrasens Entrusted by Public Schools Nationwide as Strategic Partner in Extracurricular Event Safety

July 31, 2024 by ESchool News Staff

NAPERVILLE, Ill. /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — Metrasens, a leading provider of advanced detection systems for security and safety applications, today announced its ongoing ... Read more

CENTEGIX 2024 School Safety Trends: Saving Seconds Saves Lives

October 30, 2024June 26, 2024 by Jeff Festa

Protecting schools is an investment in your community. When schools feel safe, we can focus on teaching and learning. Our ... Read more

Live @ ISTE 2024

ISTELive news: SmartPass highlights link between attendance, student outcomes

June 25, 2024 by Laura Ascione

SmartPass, a digital hall pass solution for K-12 schools, has announced an update to its Schedules capabilities, enabling schools to gain a ... Read more

Newsline

Fort Worth Independent School District Selects Metrasens as Weapons Detection Solution for Graduations and Extracurricular Events

June 25, 2024 by ESchool News Staff

NAPERVILLE, Illinois, (PRNewswire-PRWeb) – Metrasens, a recognized leader in advanced detection systems for security and safety applications, today announced its ... Read more

Building & Campus Security

Wearable panic buttons help us better protect students and educators

June 17, 2024 by Ron Self, Little Rock School District

In a boost to school safety, a wearable panic button lets staff members quickly and discreetly send a signal that instantly reaches administrators and responders.

One of the issues that is top of mind for our district is how we can create and implement the best school safety practices to protect our students,…

Student Digital Wellbeing: State of the Nation Report 2024

August 6, 2024June 14, 2024 by Jeff Festa

Download the report, “Student Digital Wellbeing: State of the Nation Report 2024” to learn more about student safety and wellbeing ... Read more

Building & Campus Security

Collaborating with law enforcement to strengthen school safety

June 14, 2024 by Mike Lahiff, ZeroEyes and Robert Kavals, South Side Area School District

Fostering collaboration between schools and law enforcement represents an ongoing commitment to school safety & secure learning environments.

Collaboration between educational institutions and local law enforcement has never been more crucial as parents, students, and staff seek peace of mind amidst rising school safety concerns.

In a school emergency, 911 is still flying blind

How comprehensive school safety planning protected our teachers and students

How location precision enhances safety and reduces response times in emergencies

A smarter way to modernize aging school facilities

When seconds matter: Why in-building coverage is a lifeline for school safety

Connected campuses: Modernizing education communications for safety and simplicity

What K-20 leaders should know about building resilient campuses

AI vs. identity fraud: 3 threats putting student safety at risk

Preventing harm by connecting the dots in school safety

Data, privacy, and cybersecurity in schools: A 2025 wake-up call

Savvy Cyber Kids Appoints New Members to Board of Directors

Linewize prioritizes digital safety and well-being

Parental Controls for Online Safety are Underutilized, New Study Finds

Trigg County Public Schools Deploys ZeroEyes’ AI Gun Detection and Intelligent Situational Awareness Technology

Empowering school staff with emergency response protocols

Career-connected learning builds a more employable, future-ready generation

Kenston Local School District (OH)Deploys AI Gun Detection Platform

Navigating Special Education with Open Communication

Putting school safety measures at the forefront of district budgets

Linewize Empowers Districts with New Analytics Tool

Showfloor News—New Data Options

Versaterm Launches the Florida Safety and Threat Management Portal

BusPatrol Recognized Among Fastest-Growing Companies in North America on the 2024 Deloitte Technology Fast 500™

Big Deals—School Security, Combating Teacher Turnover, and New Dyslexia Tools

Shaping the future of K-12 student transportation

School safety impacts achievement, instructional time, educator retention

Metrasens Entrusted by Public Schools Nationwide as Strategic Partner in Extracurricular Event Safety

ISTELive news: SmartPass highlights link between attendance, student outcomes

Fort Worth Independent School District Selects Metrasens as Weapons Detection Solution for Graduations and Extracurricular Events

Wearable panic buttons help us better protect students and educators

Collaborating with law enforcement to strengthen school safety

Why interactive solutions are a smarter investment for schools

ClassMate by World Book Recognized with Prestigious ISTE Seal

School Specialty Honors Top Educators with 12th Annual Crystal Apple Awards

Follett Content Accelerates Public Library Strategy

Celebrating Teachers: Nominate Outstanding Educators for Crystal Apple Awards

School Specialty Expands Learning Beyond the Screen with New Outdoor Furniture Line

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